North Carolina graduates rally at the G.A. over economic anxiety

RALEIGH, N.C. — As college graduation season comes to a close across North Carolina, some recent graduates say the biggest challenge isn’t getting the degree. It’s thriving in life after college.

North Carolina graduates rally at the G.A. over economic anxiety. RALEIGH, N.C. — As college graduation season comes to a close across North Carolina, some recent graduates say the biggest challenge isn’t getting the degree. It’s thriving in life after college. Thursday, Progress NC and 2026 graduates gathered outside the General Assembly, urging state leaders to address rising housing costs, debt and a challenging job market. What You Need To Know Recent graduates rallied outside the general assembly Thursday during a press event organized by Progress NC Speakers raised concerns about housing affordability, immigration, childcare costs and the job market Organizers cited national data showing recent college graduates face 5.6% unemployment rate The North Carolina Republican Party blamed economic struggles on the previous presidential adm...