Let's learn Civics: North Carolina State Government Edition!⁠ ⁠ In NC, ten members of the Executive Branch are popularly elected every 4 years, including the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and State Auditor. ⁠ ⁠ Several department heads are also elected including Agriculture, Insurance, Justice, Labor, and Public Instruction. 🚌 🎒⁠ ⁠ Did you know that in North Carolina, the State Auditor appoints members to the NC State Board of Elections, as well as the Chairs of County Boards of Elections? ⁠ ⁠ Some of these elected offices may not be as well-known, but they are important to learn about to be an informed voter ready to cast well-researched votes! 🗳️⁠ ⁠ Quick Overview of NC State Government:⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The Governor is the chief executive, the Commander In Chief for state emergency responses, ensures state laws are carried out and can approve or vetoe bills passed by the General Assembly. ⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The Lieutenant Governor has power in both the legislative and executive branches, and steps in if the Governor cannot do their job.⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The Secretary of State protects consumers from fraud and handles business licensing. ⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The Superintendent of Public Instruction in NC sets policies for every school district in the state. ⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The State Treasurer runs the state's pension and healthcare plans. ⁠ ⁠ ➡️ The State Auditor appoints the NC State Board of Elections, the Chairs of County Boards of Elections, and is a 💰️💰️💰️ watchdog for government budget transparency.Strengthen and stabilize your core with this dynamic flow that blends mindful movement and breath. Ideal for building inner strength, balance, and body awareness without high intensity.