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SUMMARY:IOPL Hometown Forum- Pharmaceuticals\, PBMs & Pricing
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Public Leadership invites you to join us for the 2025 Hometown Forum Series\, a nonpartisan public discussion bringing together policymakers\, experts\, and community members. \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nThis forum is titled “Pharmaceuticals – Prices\, PBMs\, and Access.” The discussion will focus on\ncritical areas of health care policy\, including pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) regulation\, price controls\, and the challenges of pharmacy deserts in rural and underserved communities. \nConfirmed panelists include: \n\nSen. Benton Sawrey\nRep. Maria Cervania\nDavid Smith\, Senior VP\, eBen\nBrent Talley\, PharmD\n\nSpectrum News 1 Anchor and host of InFocus\, Sarah Rudlang\, joins us as moderator of the 2025 Series. \n \n 
URL:https://iopl.org/event/iopl-hometown-forum-pharmaceuticals-pbms-pricing/
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
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SUMMARY:IOPL Hometown Forum- Medicaid\, Medicare and the Private Insurance Market
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Public Leadership invites you to join us for the 2025 Hometown Forum Series\, a nonpartisan public discussion bringing together policymakers\, experts\, and community members. \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nThis forum is titled “Medicaid\, Medicare\, and the Private Insurance Market.” It will explore key questions in areas of healthcare policy\, including Medicaid expansion\, the Affordable Care Act\, clawbacks\, and the rising costs of insurance. \nConfirmed panelists include: \n\nRep. Tim Reeder\nRep. Carla Cunningham\nPeter Daniel\, NC Association of Health Plans\nRebecca Cerese\, NC Justice Center\n\nSpectrum News 1 Anchor and host of InFocus\, Sarah Rudlang\, joins us as moderator of the 2025 Series.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/iopl-hometown-forum-medicaid-medicare-and-the-private-insurance-market/
LOCATION:Meredith College- Kresge Auditorium\, 3800 Hillsborough St\, Raleigh\, NC 27607\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Brad Young":MAILTO:byoung@iopl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
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SUMMARY:IOPL Hometown Forum- Is Free Health Care Really Free?
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Public Leadership invites you to join us for the 2025 Hometown Forum Series\, a nonpartisan public discussion bringing together policymakers\, experts\, and community members. \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nThis forum is titled “Is Free Health Care Really Free? (Single-Payer Debate)” and will explore key questions around single-payer systems\, public options\, employer-based insurance\, and the true costs of health care reform. \nConfirmed panelists include: \n\nRep. Grant Campbell\, MD\nRep. Sarah Crawford\nDavid Larson\, Carolina Journal\nDr. Nathan Boucher\n\nSpectrum News 1 Anchor and host of InFocus\, Sarah Rudlang\, joins us as moderator of the 2025 Series. \n(Any updates to the panel will be posted.) \nThe 2025 Hometown Forum Series is Presented by
URL:https://iopl.org/event/iopl-hometown-forum-is-free-health-care-really-free/
LOCATION:Duke University
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Brad Young":MAILTO:byoung@iopl.org
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DTSTAMP:20250916T215032Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T215032Z
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SUMMARY:Hometown Forum Series- The Healthcare Regulatory Environment in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Public Leadership invites you to join us for the 2025 Hometown Forum Series\, a nonpartisan public discussion bringing together policymakers\, experts\, and community members. \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nThis forum will focus on the Healthcare Regulatory Environment in North Carolina\, covering timely topics such as Certificate of Need reform\, scope of practice\, surprise billing\, mergers and acquisitions\, mental health\, and the role of private equity in healthcare. \nPanelists:\n\nSen. Jim Burgin (R-Harnett)\nSen. Gale Adcock (D-Wake)\nDr. Devdutta Sangvai\, Secretary\, NC DHHS\nJosh Dobson\, NC Healthcare Association\n\nSpectrum News 1 Anchor and host of InFocus\, Sarah Rudlang\, joins us as moderator of the 2025 Series. \n(Any updates to the panel will be posted.) \nThe 2025 Hometown Forum Series is Presented by
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-forum-series-the-healthcare-regulatory-environment-in-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Johnston Community College- Paul A. Johnston Auditorium\, 245 College Road\, Smithfield\, NC\, 27577\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Brad Young":MAILTO:byoung@iopl.org
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debate Series 2024- State Superintendent Debate
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership (IOPL) is excited to announce the next debate in its 2024 Hometown Debate Series\, featuring candidates for North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction. The debate will take place on Tuesday\, September 24\, 2024\, at the East Carolina Heart Institute (ECHI) at East Carolina University. The event is free to the public. Tickets can be reserved in advance using this link. \nThe debate will feature Democratic candidate Mo Green and Republican candidate Michele Morrow as they discuss key issues facing North Carolina’s public education system\, including funding\, teacher retention\, curriculum reform\, and student achievement. This is a pivotal race for the future of education in the state\, and the debate will give voters a valuable opportunity to hear directly from the candidates. \nAs part of IOPL’s nonpartisan Hometown Debate Series\, this event is designed to bring important political conversations to local communities and foster informed civic engagement. Spectrum News 1 Political Reporter and Anchor Loretta Boniti will serve as moderator\, guiding the conversation through critical topics of concern to voters.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debate-series-2024-state-superintendent-debate/
LOCATION:ECHI at ECU • 115 Heart Drive\, Greenville\, NC 27834\, 115 Heart Drive\, Greenville\, NC\, 27834\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Brad Young":MAILTO:byoung@iopl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T190000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debate Series: Education Finances in NC
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership (IOPL) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization charged with improving the practice of democracy in our state. Through its annual Hometown Debate Series\, IOPL raises awareness of critical issues by bringing newsmakers to communities across the state. This four-event series\, a collaboration between Spectrum News 1 North Carolina and IOPL\, brings elected officials and policy experts together for a balanced debate on some of North Carolina’s most important issues. The 2023 Debate Series focuses on four topics within education. \nThe NC Institute of Political Leadership is excited to announce the Hometown Debate Series will return this Fall. Join us on November 1st from 7-8 pm at Barefoot Auditorium at the Benson Civic Center to discuss Education Finance in NC. \nSpectrum News 1’s Loretta Boniti will return as moderator for the event. Panelists Scheduled to Appear: \nSen. Jay Chaudhuri\, NC Senate District 15 \nSen. Michael Lee\, NC Senate District 7 \nAlexandra Sirota\, NC Budget and Tax Center \nMitch Kokai\, the John Locke Foundation \nAn abbreviated debate version will air on Spectrum News on Sunday\, November 5th\, at 11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. After their initial airing\, The debates will be available in their entirety on www.spectrumlocalnews.com. \nThe Hometown Debate Series is free and open to the public! Doors Open at 6 p.m.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debate-series-education-finances-in-nc/
LOCATION:Barefoot Auditorium\, 303 E Church St\, Benson\, NC\, 27504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debate Series: Teacher Pay and Licensure
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership (IOPL) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization charged with improving the practice of democracy in our state. Through its annual Hometown Debate Series\, IOPL raises awareness of critical issues by bringing newsmakers to communities across the state. This four-event series\, a collaboration between Spectrum News 1 North Carolina and IOPL\, brings elected officials and policy experts together for a balanced debate on some of North Carolina’s most important issues. The 2023 Debate Series focuses on four topics within education. \nThe NC Institute of Political Leadership is excited to announce the Hometown Debate Series will return this Fall. The October 24th panel at Meredith College will feature a discussion on Teacher Pay and Licensure \nSpectrum News 1’s Loretta Boniti will return as moderator for the event. Panelists Scheduled to Appear: \nRep. Ashton Clemmons\, NC House District 57 \nJill Camnitz\, Member\, State Board of Education \nBrenda Berg\, BEST NC \nDr. Deanna Townsend-Smith\, The Public School Forum of North Carolina \nAn abbreviated debate version will air on Spectrum News on Sunday\, October 29th\, at 11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. After their initial airing\, The debates will be available in their entirety on www.spectrumlocalnews.com.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debate-series-teacher-pay-and-licensure/
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T190000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debate Series: School Choice In NC
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership (IOPL) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization charged with improving the practice of democracy in our state. Through its annual Hometown Debate Series\, IOPL raises awareness of critical issues by bringing newsmakers to communities across the state. This four-event series\, a collaboration between Spectrum News 1 North Carolina and IOPL\, brings elected officials and policy experts together for a balanced debate on some of North Carolina’s most important issues. The 2023 Debate Series focuses on four topics within education. \nThe NC Institute of Political Leadership is excited to announce the Hometown Debate Series will return this Fall. Join us on October 10th from 7-8 pm at the Dennis A. Wicker Center in Sanford for a debate titled School Choice in North Carolina. \nSpectrum News 1’s Loretta Boniti will return as moderator for the event. Panelists Scheduled to Appear: \nSen. Benton Sawrey\, NC Senate District 10 \nRep. Zack Hawkins\, NC House District 31 \nMarcus Brandon\, CarolinaCAN \nDr. Lauren Fox\, The Public School Forum of North Carolina \nAn abbreviated debate version will air on Spectrum News on Sunday\, October 22nd\, at 11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. After their initial airing\, The debates will be available in their entirety on www.spectrumlocalnews.com. \nThe Hometown Debate Series is free and open to the public! Doors Open at 6 p.m.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debate-series-school-choice-in-nc/
LOCATION:Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center\, 1801 Nash St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debate Series: UNC Admissions Case
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership (IOPL) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization charged with improving the practice of democracy in our state. Through its annual Hometown Debate Series\, IOPL raises awareness of critical issues by bringing newsmakers to communities across the state. This four-event series\, a collaboration between Spectrum News 1 North Carolina and IOPL\, brings elected officials and policy experts together for a balanced debate on some of North Carolina’s most important issues. The 2023 Debate Series focuses on four topics within education. \n  \nThe NC Institute of Political Leadership is excited to announce the Hometown Debate Series will return this Fall. Join us on October 3rd from 7-8 pm at the Civic Center Auditorium of Vance-Granville Community College in Henderson for a debate titled The UNC Admissions Case: What’s Next? \n  \nPanelists will engage in a spirited debate on the Students for Fair Admissions\, Inc. v. UNC Supreme Court case regarding affirmative action. Spectrum News 1’s Loretta Boniti will return as moderator for the event.  \n\nPanelists Scheduled to Appear: \nRep. Vernetta Alston\, NC House District 29 \nKenny Xu\, President of Color Us United \nIrving Joyner\, NC Central University School of Law \nGeorge Leef\, The Martin Center for Academic Renewal \n  \nAn abbreviated debate version will air on Spectrum News on Sunday\, October 15th\, at 11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. After their initial airing\, The debates will be available in their entirety on www.spectrumlocalnews.com. \nThe Hometown Debate Series is free and open to the public! Doors Open at 6 p.m.
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debate-series-unc-admissions-case/
LOCATION:Vance-Granville Community College Civic Center\, 200 Community College Road\, Henderson\, NC\, 27536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T200000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debates: Increase legislative control over appointments to bipartisan elections and ethics board
DESCRIPTION:Our 2018 series will feature four of the proposed six amendments to the state Constitution. Once again\, the debates will be moderated by Loretta Boniti from Spectrum News. Panelists will include elected officials and public policy leaders. \nOctober 9 in Clayton at the Clayton Center – Increase legislative control over appointments to bipartisan elections and ethics board
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debabates/
LOCATION:The Clayton center\, 111 East 2nd Street\, Clayton\, NC\, 27520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T200000
DTSTAMP:20181001T150856Z
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debates: Require voters to present a picture ID before voting
DESCRIPTION:Our 2018 series will feature four of the proposed six amendments to the state Constitution. Once again\, the debates will be moderated by Loretta Boniti from Spectrum News. Panelists will include elected officials and public policy leaders. \nOctober 3 in Washington at the Arts of the Pamlico’s Historic Turnage Theatre – Require voters to present a picture ID before voting \n 
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debates-2/
LOCATION:Arts of the Pamilco Historic Turnage Theatre\, 150 West Main Street\, Washington\, NC\, 27889\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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SUMMARY:Hometown Debates: Change process to fill judiciary vacancies
DESCRIPTION:Our 2018 series will feature four of the proposed six amendments to the state Constitution. Once again\, the debates will be moderated by Loretta Boniti from Spectrum News. Panelists will include elected officials and public policy leaders. \n– September 25 in Salisbury at the Meroney Theatre – Change process to fill judiciary vacancies
URL:https://iopl.org/event/hometown-debates/
LOCATION:Meroney Theatre\, 213 S Main Street\, Salisbury\, NC\, 28144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hometown Forums
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