North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin has been facing relentless harassment and violent threats, including death threats, for the past four months. The threats escalated even after the recent passing of his prematurely born daughter, Maggie. Griffin’s dispute over more than 65,000 ballots cast in the November election for a seat on the state Supreme Court has made him a target. Investigations are ongoing regarding the threats made against Griffin and Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs.
It was announced that a full North Carolina Court of Appeals will not hear Griffin’s dispute, but instead, a three-judge panel with two Republicans and one Democrat will consider the case on March 21. Griffin’s family is asking for peace and privacy to grieve, but the attacks from critics are relentless. Some media reports have criticized the timing of the family’s announcement about Maggie’s death, questioning their intentions.
In a similar vein, Republican lawmakers in North Carolina are facing increasingly violent outbursts and threats from passionate protesters. Rep. Chuck Edwards was shouted at and booed during a town hall meeting over job cuts recommended by Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency. Incidents like this have prompted some Republican lawmakers to avoid in-person town halls to avoid intimidation and backlash.
In a time when political discourse seems to be escalating into dangerous territory, the need for civility and respect in interactions with fellow citizens is being highlighted. Lawmakers and their families are being subjected to threats and harassment, prompting concerns over the safety and security of those in public office.
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