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How North Carolina politicians handle climate talk in the 2026 midterms
Original: In the 2026 midterms, here’s how NC politicians do — or don’t — talk about climate change
Ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, North Carolina politicians are taking notably different approaches to discussing climate change, with some candidates addressing it directly and others avoiding the topic altogether. Blue Ridge Public Radio examined how candidates across the state frame, downplay or omit climate issues on the campaign trail, offering a snapshot of how the politically charged subject is shaping messaging in a key swing state.
Why now: Voters and reporters are watching whether climate policy features in campaign messaging ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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