The district is seeking $28.5 million more in funding than last year. County officials warn their ability to fund DPS’s needs without tax increases “has all but dissipated.”
Chase Pellegrini de Paur
Chase Pellegrini de Paur is a reporter for INDY, covering politics, education, and the delightful characters who make the Triangle special. He joined the staff in 2023 and previously wrote for The Ninth Street Journal.
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Talking With Rep. Foushee After a Close Primary Win
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Allam Concedes to Foushee After Tight Primary
Rep. Valerie Foushee led challenger Nida Allam by about 1,200 votes in the 4th Congressional District Democratic primary. On Wednesday night, Allam announced she was conceding the race.
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Tracking Outside Spending in the 4th Congressional District Primary
The 2022 contest between Rep. Valerie Foushee and Nida Allam was the most expensive congressional primary in state history. PAC spending on their 2026 rematch is rivaling that record. Here’s a running tab.
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The Road to Victory in NC-04 Runs Through Western Wake County
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Outside Money Flows into 4th Congressional District Primary, Again
In the race between U.S. Rep. Valerie Foushee and Nida Allam, outside PACs have spent more than $1 million, mostly benefiting the challenger in an election dominated by the issue of campaign finance.
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We Talked to All 12 Durham School Board Candidates So You Don’t Have To
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A House District Divided
Incumbent Valerie Foushee and challenger Nida Allam present starkly different approaches to politics. Could it be a bellwether for Democrats?