Trump’s economy has now hit back-to-school shopping, which is costing families nearly 11% more this year. Tariffs, war, and more– swipe on to learn how we got here. #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #WorkingFamiliesFirst #ProtectPublicSchools
August 29, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Trump’s economy has now hit back-to-school shopping, which is costing families nearly 11% more this year. Tariffs, war, and more– swipe on to learn how we got here. #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #WorkingFamiliesFirst #ProtectPublicSchools
The cost of back-to-school shopping skyrocketed this year, leaving too many students with lighter backpacks and smaller lunches. Children shouldn’t be left paying the price for politicians who have failed to address the cost of living crisis. #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #ProtectPublicSchools
August 31, 2026 at 9:03 PM
The cost of back-to-school shopping skyrocketed this year, leaving too many students with lighter backpacks and smaller lunches. Children shouldn’t be left paying the price for politicians who have failed to address the cost of living crisis. #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #ProtectPublicSchools
200,000 North Carolinians opted to drop their health insurance last month because of cost increases – the most of any state in the country. No one should have to choose between maintaining their health and keeping the lights on. #carenc #costwecarry #ncpol
February 19, 2026 at 7:01 PM
200,000 North Carolinians opted to drop their health insurance last month because of cost increases – the most of any state in the country. No one should have to choose between maintaining their health and keeping the lights on. #carenc #costwecarry #ncpol
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. North Carolinians are coming together to speak out on how corporate greed and political games are hitting home.
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
“The Costs We Carry”: North Carolina Advocates Launch Report on Rising Cost of Living
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February 10, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. North Carolinians are coming together to speak out on how corporate greed and political games are hitting home.
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
"North Carolina families and educators warned Monday that rising back-to-school costs are putting additional pressure on households and public schools as students return to classrooms." #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #WorkingFamiliesFirst #ProtectPublicSchools
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NC families face higher back-to-school costs as school year begins • NC Newsline
NC families and educators warn that rising prices are putting added pressure on households, teachers and public school budgets.
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September 2, 2026 at 8:24 PM
"North Carolina families and educators warned Monday that rising back-to-school costs are putting additional pressure on households and public schools as students return to classrooms." #ncpol #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool #WorkingFamiliesFirst #ProtectPublicSchools
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DID YOU KNOW: In May, 40% of school districts reported changing bus routes because of rising fuel costs. With a new school year underway, we may see routes consolidated or completely eliminated as districts struggle with the consequences of Trump’s war with Iran. #nc #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool
August 31, 2026 at 10:10 PM
DID YOU KNOW: In May, 40% of school districts reported changing bus routes because of rising fuel costs. With a new school year underway, we may see routes consolidated or completely eliminated as districts struggle with the consequences of Trump’s war with Iran. #nc #CostWeCarry #BackToSchool
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc
Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc
February 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc
Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. It doesn’t have to be this way. Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #costwecarry #carenc
February 25, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. It doesn’t have to be this way. Visit carenc.org to learn more about how North Carolinians are coming together to demand better. #costwecarry #carenc
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Visit carenc.org to learn more about how NCians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc
February 7, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Visit carenc.org to learn more about how NCians are coming together to demand better. #ncpol #costwecarry #carenc