Republicans in North Carolina are increasingly concerned about the governor's race as polls show Democrat Josh Stein leading Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, whose past controversial remarks on various social issues have drawn significant criticism. Robinson, a staunch ally of Trump, has a history of incendiary rhetoric, which some party strategists believe could jeopardize the GOP's chances in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, Democrats are experiencing heightened enthusiasm as they aim to flip North Carolina for the first time since 2008, leveraging the state's long voting period and absentee ballot options. As Election Day approaches, important voting deadlines are set to begin, with investigations into voter registration issues adding to the electoral dynamics. The political landscape is further complicated by Vice President Harris's efforts to engage voters in the state. With the election two months away, both parties are ramping up their campaigns in this critical battleground state.