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The author states that North Carolina politics used to be more civil, with politicians from different parties finding common ground.

The author believes partisanship has increased over time, leading to a more hostile and toxic political climate.

A recent budget vote in the North Carolina House showed a glimmer of bipartisanship, with some Democrats supporting the Republican budget.

Restoring civility and bipartisan cooperation requires open communication and a willingness to listen to opposing viewpoints.

Two political junkies struck up a conversation. Jane, a staunch Republican well known in state politics, told me she had enjoyed watching NC SPIN on television for many years.

“I liked the way you had people expressing different opinions without getting ugly or d

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