This week on Flashpoint, WCNC Charlotte's Ben Thompson talks with former North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue on how both political parties are failing to mentor young women in politics.
"We haven't done a real good job across the state, Republicans or Democrats, of growing our bench," Former North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue said.
Later, Ben talks with State Rep. Zack Hawkins about sports betting, Medicaid expansion and more. A bill filed last week in Raleigh legalizing online sports betting looks to have bipartisan support in General Assembly.
"There's no reason for North Carolina to be sitting on the sidelines, especially in such a sports-rich state and a growing state," said bill sponsor Zach Hawkins, state representative from Durham.
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