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Democrats won Congress, but political influence extends beyond elections.

Qnotes Democracy examines Leonard Leo's conservative networks, judicial appointments and long-term efforts to shape American institutions.

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Qnotes Democracy: Leonard Leo is playing the long game - QnotesCarolinas.com
Who is Leonard Leo, and how has his influence over the courts, conservative organizations and major institutions outlasted election cycles?
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November 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Qnotes is celebrating 40 years of LGBTQ+ journalism.

Help write our next chapter with a $40 anniversary gift or a Press Club membership starting at $5/month.

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November 10, 2026 at 1:01 AM
More than remembrance. More than a single day of recognition.

Episode 4 of “The Q” celebrates transgender lives through poetry, storytelling, music and community, featuring GraceLynn Jae’El.

Watch or listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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‘The Q’ goes beyond remembrance to celebrate transgender lives and voices - QnotesCarolinas.com
Ahead of Transgender Day of Remembrance, Episode 4 of The Q explores identity, belonging and why celebrating transgender lives matters.
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November 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A little musical nostalgia for the holidays.

Classic albums from Cat Stevens, Television, Chris Isaak, Ben Folds Five, Sheryl Crow and Kacey Musgraves are back in new editions.

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November 7, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Alanis Morissette has publicly identified as pansexual.

The “Jagged Little Pill” singer shared the news during a Nov. 3 appearance on the “Handsome” podcast, bringing renewed attention to LGBTQ+ visibility in music.

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November 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
North Carolina Democrats are preparing to take control of the state House for the first time in nearly 16 years, with Rep. Robert Reives poised to become the chamber's next speaker.

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Robert Reives secures majority support to become next NC House speaker - QnotesCarolinas.com
Robert Reives secures majority support to become NC House speaker as Democrats prepare to take control of the chamber in January 2027.
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November 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Does God have a gender?

“VeggieTales” creator Phil Vischer and Texas Senator-elect James Talarico have sparked debate over gender and Christian theology.

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Does God have a gender? - QnotesCarolinas.com
Does God have a gender? Phil Vischer and James Talarico spark debate over Christianity, gender identity and traditional religious beliefs.
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November 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM
From Hollywood's golden age to Broadway's overlooked history, five new nonfiction books take readers behind the scenes.

Terri Schlichenmeyer explores classic films, legendary performers and the stories that shaped theater.

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November 8, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Democrat Ken McCool has defeated Republican Rep. Tricia Cotham in NC House District 105.

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November 5, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Matthews, NC, celebrates its first-ever Pride in the Park on Nov. 15!

Enjoy drag performances, live music, food trucks and local vendors at Stumptown Park from 1 to 6 p.m. Admission is free.

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The town of Matthews to celebrate first-ever Pride in the Park - QnotesCarolinas.com
Matthews Pride in the Park brings drag performances, live music, food trucks and local vendors to Stumptown Park on November 15.
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November 11, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Former NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and his wife have filed for bankruptcy, reporting nearly $800,000 in debt.

The filing adds to a history of financial and legal troubles following Robinson's failed 2024 gubernatorial bid.

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Former NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and wife file for bankruptcy - QnotesCarolinas.com
Former NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and his wife file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, reporting nearly $800,000 in debt amid ongoing financial and legal troubles.
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November 13, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Democrats are preparing to take control of Congress, but Trump still has weeks to influence Republican lawmakers.

Could the lame-duck session bring new political confrontations?

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Will Trump pressure Republicans during lame-duck session as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress? - QnotesCarolinas.com
Will Trump pressure Republicans during the lame-duck Congress? An op-ed examines GOP divisions and the transition to Democratic control.
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November 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
For Native American Heritage Month, explore the Carolinas' Indigenous cultures, hear from LGBTQ+ Catawba advocate DeLesslin “Roo” George-Warren and discover upcoming celebrations.

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Native American Month: the tribes, the culture and the events - QnotesCarolinas.com
In the United States much of the history of indigenous tribal people has been erased. For example, when most people think of North Carolina, they think of the Cherokee or perhaps the Lumbee.  But…
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November 7, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The Lotus Project brings “Shrek the Musical” to Charlotte Nov. 19–21, with an LGBTQ+ opening-night celebration.

Learn how the nonprofit is making community theater more inclusive.

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The Lotus Project brings ‘Shrek the Musical’ to Charlotte - QnotesCarolinas.com
The Lotus Project brings Shrek the Musical to Charlotte Nov. 19–21, featuring an LGBTQ+ opening-night celebration and sensory-friendly accommodations.
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November 6, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Time Out Youth celebrated 35 years of supporting LGBTQ+ young people in Charlotte, reflecting on its beginnings in 1991 and the community it has built since.

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November 4, 2026 at 7:02 PM
A rainbow wave in the 2026 midterms.

LGBTQ+ candidates secured historic victories nationwide, including Chris Pappas in New Hampshire, Bentley Hudgins in Georgia and Allison Montgomery in Alabama.

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LGBTQ+ candidates win big - QnotesCarolinas.com
LGBTQ+ candidates won historic victories in the 2026 midterm elections, breaking barriers in Congress and state legislatures across the country.
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November 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Five crowns. Five remarkable journeys. One community.

Meet the 2026 Charlotte Pride and Charlotte Black Pride drag courts, where artistry, identity and community leadership take center stage.

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November 3, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Former Gov. Roy Cooper has won North Carolina's U.S. Senate race, defeating Republican Michael Whatley.

The victory makes Cooper the state's first Democrat elected to the Senate since 2008.

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Former Gov. Roy Cooper wins NC’s Senate race - QnotesCarolinas.com
Roy Cooper's Senate victory makes him North Carolina's first Democratic senator elected since 2008, defeating Republican Michael Whatley.
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November 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Jonathan Van Meter's Citizen Kim explores Kim Kardashian's family, fame and rise to cultural influence. But does the biography reveal enough about its subject?

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November 1, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Charlotte poet and author GraceLynn Jae’El opens up about faith, identity, her journey as a Black transgender woman and finding affirmation within herself.

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Our People: GraceLynn Jae’El - QnotesCarolinas.com
GraceLynn Jae’El shares how her faith, family and experiences growing up shaped her journey as a Black transgender woman living in Charlotte.
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November 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
What makes a family? Love, hope and the journey of finding one another.

For November, the Human Rights Campaign's Welcoming Schools program has selected "Wonderfully You: An Ode to Adoption" by Tom Tracy as its Book of the Month.

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Welcoming Schools November Book of the Month - QnotesCarolinas.com
Welcoming Schools' November Book of the Month, Wonderfully You by Tom Tracy, celebrates adoption, two-dad families and the love that brings families together.
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November 2, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Spanning three eras of Spanish history, La Bola Negra weaves together queer lives, a mysterious manuscript and the legacy of Federico García Lorca.

Does the acclaimed film live up to the hype?

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October 31, 2026 at 6:01 PM
North Carolina set a midterm early voting record with more than 2.8 million ballots cast. Democrats and unaffiliated voters accounted for about 73%.

Election Day is November 3. Polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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Democrats & unaffiliated cast about 73% of ballots in NC record-setting early turnout - QnotesCarolinas.com
North Carolina's 2026 midterm elections saw record early voting turnout, with Democrats and unaffiliated voters casting nearly 73% of ballots.
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November 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Ahead of Veterans Day, LGBTQ+ veterans reflect on military service, discrimination, acceptance and the challenges of serving openly across generations.

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Honoring the experiences of our LGBTQ+ Veterans - QnotesCarolinas.com
LGBTQ+ veterans share their experiences of military service, from discrimination and harassment to acceptance, resilience and the fight for equality.
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October 31, 2026 at 1:00 AM