As host Tim Boyum continues to look at the results of the 2024 election, longtime Republican Jim Blaine joins him to offer his perspective on why President-elect Donald Trump won.

Despite Trump’s more than 3 percentage-point victory in North Carolina, Democrats celebrated Election Day victories in races for governor, attorney general and the legislature.

With the 2026 and 2028 elections in sight, both parties are already maneuvering for position. Blaine breaks down those moving pieces.

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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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