Video: What NC’s Selma-inspired voting rights march means for the midterms

By Jessica F. Simmons

March 10, 2026

In NC, a four-day voting rights march from Wilson to Raleigh launched by Repairers of the Breach was aimed at mobilizing voters who organizers say are often left out of the political process.

The “This is Our Selma” event—part of the “Love Forward Together Tour”—was an effort founded in love, its organizers say, but also in resistance to policies that prioritize power rather than people. Cardinal & Pine’s Jessica F. Simmons explains.

Early voting for the state’s midterm elections began Feb. 12, and is set to conclude Feb. 28. Regular voting for the midterm elections is March 3. For more on the story, tap here.

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Jessica F. Simmons

Jessica F. Simmons is a Reporter & Strategic Communications Producer for COURIER, covering community stories and public policies across the country. Featured in print, broadcast, and radio journalism, her work shows her passion for local storytelling and amplifying issues that matter to communities nationwide.

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