Post Reports She couldn't win as a Democrat. Will running as a Republican work?
Nov 7, 2025
Kate Barr, a community activist and former Democrat, ran an unconventional campaign to highlight gerrymandering in North Carolina. Now shifting gears, she's vying for Congress as a Republican. She discusses the impact of redistricting on elections and why her new party affiliation could help her challenge gerrymandered seats. Barr argues for fair maps and emphasizes voter engagement while critiquing both parties' redistricting tactics. Will her authenticity resonate with GOP voters? Tune in for an insightful take on political strategy and democracy.
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Primaries Become The Real Elections
- Gerrymandering makes many general elections predetermined so the only meaningful contest is the primary.
- Kate Barr argues winning primaries, not generals, is how voters can restore accountability in gerrymandered states.
Davidson's Community Split By Lines
- Kate Barr describes living in Davidson, a blue suburb of Mecklenburg County drawn into a mostly rural, red district.
- She says that lumping diverse communities together makes it hard for any representative to serve local needs.
Allegation About Opponent's Actions
- Barr recounts that Tim Moore drew himself a congressional district and has amassed wealth in politics.
- She cites his $245,000 placement into a downturn fund as evidence his words and financial actions conflicted.