Denying The Truth

Walk through a historic story of election denialism as we tell the story of Surry County and the first removal of election deniers from public office in the country. Learn about the critical infrastructure of our election administration as we detail how the violent Jan. 6 insurrection trickles down to your local elections— and how North Carolina's robust pro-democracy community fought to keep elected officials accountable to the law and the people they are supposed to serve.

Southern Gumption is hosted by Andy Li (he/him/they/them), presented by Southern Coalition for Social Justice, and produced by Earfluence.

What is Southern Gumption?

At Southern Coalition for Social Justice, we believe the South is the most radical place in this country; it’s why so much has been done to oppress those who call it home. In this podcast, you’ll hear directly from the folks on the frontlines; community members who are living the reality of uniquely Southern struggles, as well as advocates, lawyers, lawmakers, and others who are fighting back, creating solutions, changing the narrative, and forcefully demanding equal rights for all.

Voting rights, justice system reform, and environmental justice aren't just buzzwords; they are the issues that affect real lives. We'll delve deep into these topics, exploring how they intersect, impact, and empower the stories of our Southern communities.