By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League March 18, 2020 Two significant actions involving alcohol policy in North Carolina took place last week. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians passed their own version of the Brunch Bill, and North Carolina’s ABC Commission moved forward on rules for liquor tastings in local ABC stores. “We are living […]
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2019 Legislative Wrap-Up
By Rev. Mark Creech, Executive Director Christian Action League December 12, 2019 The long session of the North Carolina General Assembly traditionally runs from January to the middle of July. The 2019 Long Session, however, was extended well into November. The delay was mainly the result of a stalemate between Republican lawmakers, who possess the […]
Gov. Perdue Open to Expanding Gaming on Cherokee Lands
By L.A. Williams, CorrespondentChristian Action LeagueSeptember 3, 2009 CHEROKEE — Gov. Bev Perdue may be ready to roll out the red carpet to expanded gaming on Cherokee lands, but it would pay North Carolina’s highest official to take a close look at the effects of gambling and the legal intricacies involved before trying to negotiate […]