PBS North Carolina Presents 'State Lines Election Specials,' a Series of NC Candidate Interviews
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PBS NORTH CAROLINA PRESENTS ‘STATE LINES ELECTION SPECIALS,’ A SERIES OF NC CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS
This fall, host Kelly McCullen speaks with candidates for important NC offices, including Governor, Attorney General and more.
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, 9/4/2024 — PBS North Carolina presents State Lines Election Specials featuring interviews with candidates for NC’s Council of State. State Lines host and executive producer Kelly McCullen sits down with candidates for offices like Governor, Attorney General, Superintendent of Public Instruction and Secretary of State to hear their vision for the state’s future. All major party candidates have been invited to participate.
State Lines Election Specials will air on PBS NC beginning Wednesday, September 4, at 7 PM. Additional interviews will be broadcast through mid-October. Interviews will also be available on pbsnc.org, YouTube and the PBS app.
“State Lines Election Specials will give you a chance to hear directly from candidates as they vie for pivotal roles in the upcoming November elections,” says Kelly McCullen. “They’ll share why they’re seeking office and offer insight into their leadership style and policy priorities. These important one-on-one interviews complement the political analysis found on our weekly State Lines show and offer balanced, well-rounded information on candidates.”
Candidates are seeking election to NC’s Council of State, which includes: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Commissioner of Agriculture, Commissioner of Insurance, Commissioner of Labor and Superintendent of Public Instruction.
“PBS North Carolina strives to create a space where political discourse is civil and respectful. Our singular purpose is to serve the people of our state, and we’re steadfast in our commitment to supporting an engaged and informed public.”
Later this fall, PBS North Carolina will present interviews with judicial candidates for the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of North Carolina.
Find information about Election Day, deadlines for voter registration in North Carolina and more at pbsnc.org/vote.
Broadcast Schedule for Candidate Interviews
Visit pbsnc.org/schedule for the most up-to-date information.
NC Governor
Wednesday, September 4, 7 PM, PBS NC
Lieutenant Governor
Monday, September 9, 7 PM, PBS NC
Secretary of State
Wednesday, September 11, 7 PM, PBS NC
Treasurer
Monday, September 16, 7 PM, PBS NC
Commissioner of Labor
Wednesday, September 18, 7 PM, PBS NC
Commissioner of Agriculture
Monday, September 23, 7 PM, PBS NC
Commissioner of Insurance
Wednesday, September 25, 7 PM, PBS NC
Attorney General
Monday, September 30, 7 PM, PBS NC
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Wednesday, October 2, 7 PM, PBS NC
Auditor
Monday, October 7, 7 PM, PBS NC
About PBS North Carolina
As North Carolina’s statewide PBS network serving the country’s third largest public media market, PBS North Carolina educates, informs, entertains and inspires its audience on air, online and in person. Through its unique partnership of public investment and private support, the network includes in-person engagement, digital-first social and online content delivery and four over-the-air channels: PBS NC, the North Carolina Channel, Rootle 24/7 PBS KIDS channel and the Explorer Channel. Its transformational events and content spark curiosity and wonder for all North Carolinians. Additionally, PBS North Carolina serves as the backbone for North Carolina’s state emergency services. To learn more about PBS North Carolina, visit pbsnc.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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