For the past few years, North Carolina Democrats have worried every time Gov. Roy Cooper has left the state — fearful th
N.C. Governor Roy Cooper speaks at a press conference, Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Raleigh, N.C. Cooper is one of the people being considered to be likely Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate.
Meanwhile, legal analysts disagree over how the state’s gubernatorial succession laws should be applied. Critics, including those in Cooper’s office, say it’s antiquated and that in modern times, the governor can easily conduct the state’s business even if he or she is physically located in Washington, or even Japan.
Attorney General Josh Stein’s office agrees. State Department of Justice attorneys reviewed the issue years ago, according to Laura Brewer, a spokeswoman for the office. Historically, North Carolina’s statewide elections are close contests, often decided by 1 to 4 percentage points. To win, candidates typically need to appeal to unaffiliated voters — North Carolina’s largest voting bloc. So Robinson would be wise to tread carefully, some in his party say.
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