For more than a decade, Dana Cope grew the State Employees Association’s political power at the state legislature, representing 60,000+ state employees. So much so, a national union joined forces, and he ended up at the White House and exotic locations around the world.

Then, it all came to a screeching halt. In 2015, he pleaded guilty to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from the same organization. After serving four years in prison, Cope is sharing his story for the first time in great detail.

From behind the scenes of the association’s growing power, to the details of his crime, his time in prison, and now his apology to everyone that used to work for him. 

It’s episode you do not want to miss.

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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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