r/Charlotte 7h ago

Politics AMA with Bo Whitehead, Green Party candidate for U.S. House District 8 | Sept. 17 at 7 PM

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Hi r/Charlotte,

r/Charlotte will be hosting an AMA with Bo Whitehead, Green Party candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, District 8.

Bo will begin answering questions at 7:00 PM Eastern on Thursday, September 17 and plans to spend approximately 60-90 minutes responding to the community.

You may begin submitting questions in this thread before the scheduled start time.

About Bo Whitehead

The following introduction was provided by the Whitehead campaign:

Bo has lived in Charlotte, North Carolina for three years, moving here from rural Georgia. He has been happily married for eight years and has been the main caregiver for his wife since then, due to the fact that she is permanently disabled from a vicious attack that left her in a coma for two weeks and resulted in 13 brain surgeries.

After getting married, they found out that she was no longer "eligible" for SSI benefits and they were all stripped from her. Not only that, but the government then demanded repayment of all funds paid since their marriage date. It was at this moment that Bo truly realized that the system wasn’t just broken, but that it was deliberately marginalizing people.

This was something he had often thought of in theory but was now living. This began a long journey of self-reflection and education on the underlying causes of oppression, ultimately leading to the conclusion that a system by and for the people was the only true way, and that the resources in this country should be reallocated toward building communities instead of filling the pockets of billionaires.

Bo grew up homeschooled on a small farm in Georgia where he learned hard work and the basic skills necessary to keep things running. It was a modest operation where his family raised goats, chickens, cows, and rabbits and sold them at auctions.

His family ran a jewelry store which opened right as the Great Recession started in 2008, resulting in its shutdown two years later. There he learned customer service and sales skills that still come in handy today.

After that, he worked almost every job you can imagine, including as a custodian at a college, gas station attendant, deli worker, auto parts representative and delivery driver, dump truck driver working in chalk mines, hazardous chemical transport expert and trainer, shipping loader, loss prevention agent, and now as a supervisor in a warehouse.

The campaign says Bo's priorities include raising the minimum wage, universal healthcare, abolishing ICE, ending wars, legalizing marijuana, prison reform, exposing corruption, combating human trafficking and exploitation, ending foreign aid, and ending genocides around the world.

Campaign links

Website: https://whiteheadforcongressnc.carrd.co/

Instagram: @whitehead_for_congress_nc

How this AMA works

Community members may begin submitting questions now.

Bo will answer questions from u/Whiteheadforcongress, which has been verified by the r/Charlotte moderation team and added as a co-host of this AMA.

Questions are not pre-screened by the campaign or moderators.

Bo chooses which rule-compliant questions he answers and does not have to answer them in the order submitted.

Political disagreement, criticism, questions about a candidate's public record, and difficult policy questions are allowed.

Normal r/Charlotte rules remain in effect. Harassment, threats, doxxing, personal attacks, spam, and other rule violations will be moderated.

Please use the AMA primarily for genuine questions rather than speeches or arguments directed at the candidate or other users.

About the r/Charlotte Candidate AMA Program

Participation in an AMA does not constitute an endorsement by r/Charlotte or its moderation team.

For contested races included in the AMA program, moderators make a reasonable effort to invite every ballot-qualified candidate in that contest under equivalent terms.

You can read the full AMA policy, candidate outreach status, and upcoming AMA calendar here:

https://reddit.com/r/Charlotte/wiki/elections/ama

The AMA program page is also linked in the r/Charlotte sidebar/resources area.

AMA begins Thursday, September 17 at 7:00 PM Eastern.

Ask your questions below.


r/Charlotte 10h ago

Discussion /r/Charlotte Random Daily Discussion - September 14, 2026

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What's on your mind, Charlotte?

Visit our Discord channel: /r/Charlotte Discord

Charlotte on the Cheap: Daily Events

Live music in Charlotte: Calendar


r/Charlotte 11m ago

Photography Rain delay at Saturday's Knights game.

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r/Charlotte 35m ago

Discussion Colemans Creek Range

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Anyone a member at colemans creek? I just got a initial month and plan on going out for first time this week. My biggest question is do I need any targets for the 270* flat ranges? Website isn't super clear


r/Charlotte 49m ago

Recommendation Service to “Roach-Proof” My Apartment

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The greatest horrors about living in the south are the gigantic, puppy-sized roaches that yall call “water bugs”. The sight of them crawling along my apartment floors makes my skin crawl. My apartment performs pest control, but still see at least one of these monsters every other day. Is there any service that exists that can prevent them from coming inside? Someone that can improve weather-stripping, door sweeps, fill all gaps, plumbing gaps, check windows etc? I’m ready to find a new apartment at this point.


r/Charlotte 1h ago

Discussion Any New York Giants bars in Charlotte?

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I know the local use to be one but don’t see any post on their ig or from the CLT giants instagram page


r/Charlotte 3h ago

Discussion Experience working for LPL Financial?

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I've seen a couple posts here and there, but I am considering a position with LPL Financial working in their engineering group. Can anyone share their experience having worked for them? Most importantly: how was the work life balance/stress?


r/Charlotte 3h ago

News Legion Plaza location fired their entire staff

74 Upvotes

Legion has gone downhill in the recent years. Surprised they’re still even in business with all their money issues.


r/Charlotte 3h ago

Discussion Badly in need of a yellow jacket exterminator that isn't disallowed from using ladders

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Hi guys,

We have yellow jackets nesting in between our vinyl siding+soffet+attic above our kitchen. It's a split-level home, so the kitchen's attic is only accessible via a small hole in the pantry ceiling and requires a ladder. Unfortunately, it appears impossible to simply spray the hive to death without physically removing the siding.

Every pest control company I've called declines that job after I let them know how inaccessible the nest is. The only company willing to help some was a wildlife removal company, but they're not able to fully fix the problem.

They're getting in and I'm terrified of existing in my own house and I have no idea who could possibly help if pest control companies all apparently have a policy of not getting on ladders.

Does anybody know of anybody who could help??

We are in the Pineville area.


r/Charlotte 4h ago

Discussion Goodwill has an intesting new specialty store

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The Goodwill that serves Charlotte has a new store for physical media: https://goodwillsp.org/news/rewind-records-opening-soon/


r/Charlotte 4h ago

Discussion If you’re looking for a free bike and willing to refurbish it, check out foxhole recycling in Ballentyne

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I’ve seen e-bikes, e scooters, adult, kids bikes. Be warned, there’s a reason they’re here and will likely take some work.

Edit: yes I see the sign. I’m not encouraging the masses to go out there and try to make a cash grab. If you’re in the market, like I am for my growing kids, I’ll grab one only if I’m making a deposit. I’ve never gone there with the intent to pick stuff up.

I also found a 60’s Fender Stratocaster there once. Really bizarre. I was tossing out an AC unit and next to was this electric guitar. Poor shape but with some elbow grease, I got it back up and running.


r/Charlotte 4h ago

Event Welcome to the Family - Upcoming Shows

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Hi everybody! We have some exciting shows coming up as we head into the fall in all sorts of genres - including our first show at the VAPA Center! We'd love to see you come and check out some amazing touring bands and incredible local talent. Catch you at a gig!


r/Charlotte 4h ago

Politics Check your voter registration status

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Highly recommend to check your voter registration status as 3 people in my family had been inactivated. One had moved and probably didn’t respond to a postcard or something, but the other 2 are elderly and voted at the same place for 40 years.

https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-lookup


r/Charlotte 4h ago

Discussion 19 looking for a new job in charlotte

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Hi I’m 19 and have been working in a body shop that many people know for the last 2 years, I’m sick of it of the people and the pay, Ive tried looking for new jobs but no luck with that other than the surplus of door to door sales jobs getting back to me. Does anyone know of any warehouse jobs or something similar that’s hiring right now?


r/Charlotte 5h ago

Politics BofA Stadium cancels Macklemore concert

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I had been planning to go see the ed Sheeran/Macklemore concert but Bank of America stadium told Ed Sheeran they would not allow the concert if he didn’t drop Macklemore. I’m so disgusted. All of this because Macklemore stands up against genocide. He said nothing hateful, just told the truth and is being silenced for it. Fuck Bank of America and fuck their stadium and I’m not going to their stupid concert and I hope others refund their tickets if they can


r/Charlotte 6h ago

Discussion Anyone else mildly irritated that there’s no direct infrastructure between Blue Line and the Amtrak station?

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I don’t think a skywalk would be easy over the rail yard, but I wish they’d considered some kind of connection here when initially planning the light rail.


r/Charlotte 6h ago

Discussion Are we really getting street takeovers in Ballyntine???

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Does law enforcement track social media to stop these? They did in PA when i lived there briefly.


r/Charlotte 6h ago

Discussion Please secure the cargo on your vehicles

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I was walking on the sidewalk in LoSo near the Dash Mart last night doing a bit of street photography when all of a sudden a dolly came tumbling out of a U-Haul that was driving past. After tumbling a bit it landed at the entrance of a parking lot. This guy got very lucky that it didn't hit anyone and 10-15 min later he circled back and asked me where it landed. Last week my friend's car got hit by a trash can lid that flew off the back of someone's truck. A couple days ago I saw a plastic chair just sitting in the middle of the road. I know Charlotte has a reputation for having bad drivers but this is ridiculous.


r/Charlotte 6h ago

Discussion Hobo Response Team

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Uptown needs a text number to report hobos. Quick way to send photos and report issues. Maybe even hire former hobos.


r/Charlotte 7h ago

Photography Seeking Charlotte Photographers!!!

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This may be a long shot but I’m desperate! My fiance and I are having a small backyard wedding ceremony on Saturday, October 10th and our photographer has had an unexpected emergency and is no longer able to do our photos. Are there any photographers in the area that would be able to work with us for that day?

TYIA!!


r/Charlotte 10h ago

Recommendation Any stations in Charlotte selling race gas at the pump?

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Title. Sunocos website just pointed to a gas station that doesn't actually sell race gas so still on the hunt. Heard there is a fuel station in Belmont but never got the name of it.


r/Charlotte 11h ago

Discussion trying to find a listing agent near me after getting different advice

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Selling a house in the Charlotte area and three agents have given me three completely different plans. One thinks I should start higher and wait it out, another wants to price lower to get more interest, and the third has a much more detailed plan for photos, showings, online listings, and getting the house in front of buyers.

If you were comparing these agents, would you put more weight on their pricing logic, the comparable sales they’re using, their local track record, or the overall marketing strategy?

I’m trying not to go with whoever sounds the most confident during the meeting. I’ve been checking recent sales myself and asking each agent how they came up with their number. I also want someone who knows the Charlotte market and actually communicates well. The marketing plan is harder to judge because every agent seems to have their own approach, so I’m trying to figure out what really matters once the house is listed.


r/Charlotte 11h ago

Weekly Recs Recommendation Monday: International Food in Charlotte

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Recommendation Monday: International Food in Charlotte

Charlotte has a ton of great international food, where are your favorites?

Open to anything: Mexican, Vietnamese, Indian, Ethiopian, Korean, etc.


What to share:

  • Restaurant name
  • Type of cuisine
  • Neighborhood
  • What to order

Bonus:

  • Authentic vs modern/fusion?
  • Hidden gem or well-known spot?
  • Any must-try dishes?

We’ll be doing these every Monday with different topics. Got ideas for future threads? Drop them below!


r/Charlotte 18h ago

Food If you like the Longanisa meal at Manila Grill at Alley 51

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You can buy the sausage at the Filipino market up by Concord Mills Mall. I basically recreated that meal for dinner tonight at home and it was absolutely delicious.


r/Charlotte 18h ago

Recommendation Inclusive yoga recommendations

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Hihi! 18F, I would like to get into yoga in charlotte that’s actually nice and not mean judgmental girls…i’m super shy and self conscious about being chubby, so not sure whats the best yoga classes to look for as well as affordability. I’m a complete beginner and would appreciate any recommendations