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James Watson

James Watson, City & State Editor

James Watson is a sophomore from Wilmington, N.C. who plans on majoring in politics and international affairs and minoring in classical studies. Outside of OGB, James is heavily involved in state and local politics and the director of Deacs Decide on campus. A host on Wake Radio, James loves the sound of his own voice. He is also a serial tweeter.

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The General Assembly building in Raleigh was full of protestors and reporters this week as the legislature met to override Cooper's veto of the controversial bill.

NC Republicans seek to strip incoming governor of power through an aid bill that lacks aid

James Watson, City & State Editor
December 4, 2024
Deacs Decide, Wake Forest's nonpartisan civic engagement project hosted a watch party in the Zick's basement.

Election night as it happened in Winston-Salem

James Watson, Maddie Stopyra, Skyler Villamar-Jones, Maria Silveira, Ella Klein, Andrew Braun, Miriam Fabrycky, Nick Costantino, and Isabella Romine
November 6, 2024
"The Associated Press called the state, and its 16 electoral votes, at 11:18 p.m. But the story of North Carolina’s night — as has often been the case — wasn’t that straightforward."

2024 Election Results: NC Democrats score in council of state races as Trump expands statewide margins

James Watson, City & State Editor
November 6, 2024
The Old Gold & Black will provide live updates on Election Day, both online and on our social media platforms X and Instagram.

LIVE UPDATES: Election Day in Winston-Salem

Maddie Stopyra, James Watson, Ella Klein, Andrew Braun, Isabella Romine, Skyler Villamar-Jones, Maria Silveira, Miriam Fabrycky, and Nick Costantino
November 5, 2024
The Old Gold & Black presents the 2024 Election Edition

The Old Gold & Black presents the 2024 Election Edition

James Watson and Maddie Stopyra
October 23, 2024
A model generated by the website 270toWin shows the PS journal's prediction for the 2024 electoral map, showing Trump winning the residency.

[Photo] Politics faculty-edited PS journal publishes 2024 election predictions

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
October 23, 2024
"Don't use this as an opportunity to make a quick buck, because if you do, you're violating a price gouging law, and it will be enforced against you."

NCDOJ sounds alarm as price gouging schemes torment hurricane-battered communities

James Watson, City & State Editor
October 9, 2024
"The absence of an on-campus early voting site creates an obstacle for students trying to access polls, raising questions about how the change could deflate turnout."

[Photo] Wake Forest voters face new barrier ahead of November election

Isabella Romine, Senior Writer
September 16, 2024
“But as the summer drew on, that prospect of compromise dwindled. The Republican leadership clashed, and November’s looming election likely deters lawmakers from enacting any dramatic legislation that may swing voters one way or another,” writes Andrew Braun.

[Photo] North Carolina General Assembly Summer 2024

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
September 16, 2024
Wake Forest released a rendering of the new space on its Instagram page (Courtesy of @wfuniversity on Instagram).

Wake Forest & Winston-Salem Pull Back Curtain on The Grounds

James Watson, City & State Editor
September 10, 2024
Art History: Amanda Jones

Art History: Amanda Jones

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
May 2, 2024
Music: Aimee Lents

Music: Aimee Lents

James Watson, Arts & Culture
May 2, 2024
"Stein is set to face off against Republican Lt. Governor Mark Robinson, whose inflammatory rhetoric has made the race one of the most closely watched going into the fall." (Courtesy of Josh Stein for North Carolina)

Josh Stein pitches his vision for North Carolina

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
April 2, 2024
A sign posted outside Salem Chapel voting site reads "Polling Place" on Tuesday, March 5 — the day of the North Carolina primary elections. Wake Forest students registered with a South Campus address voted here.

2024 N.C. Primary results: Stein and Robinson set to face-off in November for high-profile Governor’s race, major upset in Winston-Salem city council

Maddie Stopyra and James Watson
March 7, 2024
"While we’re no Schoolhouse Rock, hopefully you have all the tools you need to head triumphantly to the ballot box this coming Tuesday, March 5." (Courtesy of MoCo360)

Candidate Roundup: a guide to 2024 municipal primary elections

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
February 27, 2024
On Feb. 19, Winston-Salem protestors held signs during the city council meeting including phrases such as “stop bombing kids”and “Your tax $$$ are dropping bombs on babies.”

Activists demand Winston-Salem city council call for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war, as renewed international pressure mounts

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
February 22, 2024
First National Bank maintained policies that incentivized discouraging loans to majority-Black communities, the DOJ said. (Courtesy of the Winston-Salem Foundation)

Investigation reveals First National Bank redlined Winston-Salem and Charlotte

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
February 8, 2024
Crystal Towers resident Michael "Mike" Douglas is the main subject of "UNITED." (Courtesy of Louie Poore)

“UNITED” pleads for solidarity amidst Crystal Towers crisis

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
February 8, 2024
The Pierce lawsuit specifically challenged districts drawn in the state's 'Black Belt' region. (Courtesy of NCLEG.org)

Ahead of North Carolina primary elections, federal judge upholds embattled senate district maps

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
January 29, 2024
Held in Benson University Center, the dinner was open to all Wake Forest community members.

[Photo] Wake Forest College Democrats host friendship dinner

Skyler Villamar-Jones, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
Students, faculty and Winston-Salem community members gather in Wait Chapel for the annual Lovefeast.

[Photo] Wake Forest celebrates 58th annual Lovefeast

Alexandra Meier, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
"How do I look?" Mr. Winkler asked, staring right into the lens of Arts & Culture Editor James Watson's camera.

Henry Winkler becomes himself

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
December 6, 2023
The new maps -- the third set created by the state in three years -- were met with controversy after their passage in October (Courtesy of North Carolina General Assembly).

Lawsuit claims NC Senate maps are racially gerrymandered

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
November 30, 2023
"If you come in there lurking, you're going to end up on the floor. What I'm saying is I don't try to weigh everything against everything. I stay in the present moment."(Courtesy of Wake Forest University)

In conversation with Debbie Allen

Christa Dutton and James Watson
November 15, 2023
Scorsese effortlessly stages the vicious conspirators of the Osage murders. (Courtesy of IMDb)

‘Killers of The Flower Moon’ haunts the American West

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
November 13, 2023
“The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar” is a faithful adaptation of Roald Dahl’s original short story. (Courtesy of IMDb)

Who in the world is stopping Wes Anderson?

Adam Coil and James Watson
October 18, 2023
Wake Forest and Winston-Salem both receive money for tourism investments.

Winston-Salem and Wake Forest cash in on state budget

James Watson, Arts & Culture Editor
October 9, 2023
James Watson shares his tips for success in college (OGB Archives).

Tips and tricks to master college

James Watson and Adam Coil
August 28, 2023
Nate Amos and Rachel Brown of Water From Your Eyes pose below a sign.

The Old Gold & Black speaks to Water From Your Eyes

Maryam Khanum, James Watson, Joey De La Viesca, and Daniel Nesbit
April 28, 2023
Accountancy: Maddie Zietsman

Accountancy: Maddie Zietsman

James Watson, Life Editor
April 27, 2023
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology: Samantha Robinson

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology: Samantha Robinson

James Watson, Life Editor
April 27, 2023
The life section featured coverage on our generation's preeminent artists, like Ice Spice.

Life

James Watson and Adam Coil
April 27, 2023
Snail Mail performs at a March 2022 concert.

Talking sad girls and showbiz

James Watson, Maryam Khanum, and Daniel Nesbit
April 14, 2023
From right to left, Rob Eastman-Mullins, Lauren Gunderson and Cindy Gendrich participate in a talk-back session.

Waiting for Gunderson

James Watson, Life Editor
April 10, 2023
Encouraged to stay indoors, many turned to media to pass the time.

The media that got us through quarantine

James Watson, Life Editor
March 16, 2023
"['No Bears'] is one of the most remarkable, creative and innovative films in recent memory, and it deserves to be treated as such," writes Life Editor James Watson.

‘No Bears’ should have been nominated

James Watson, Life Editor
March 15, 2023
"Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You" still retains the impact it had at its release, writes James Watson

Believing in the dragon

James Watson, Life Editor
March 1, 2023
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Conceptualizing Indie Sleaze

James Watson, Life Editor
January 30, 2023
Every 10 years, the British Film Institute (BFI) asks directors, artists and critics around the world to submit 10 films that they would deem to be “the greatest of all time” in their “Sight and Sound Critics’ Poll.”

Examining the ‘new’ greatest films of all time

James Watson, Life Editor
January 18, 2023
In "TÁR," Lydia Tár conducts a damning portrait of abuse and power.

‘TÁR’ is virtuosic

James Watson, Staff Writer
November 11, 2022
A/perture captures its audience's imagination with their diverse lineup of films.

An Ode To A/perture, Winston-Salem’s Art-House Oasis

James Watson, Staff Writer
November 6, 2022
Arthur Russell's music is a hidden gem, writes James Watson.

Unearthing the lost art of Arthur Russell

James Watson, Staff Writer
October 19, 2022
Wake Forest was designed in the 1950s, but its design makes it feel older and grander.

Virginian Brick So Dear: Exploring the architecture of Wake Forest University and beyond

James Watson, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
A photograph of a movie playing on a drive-thru theatre screen.

‘Blue Velvet’ defines the American South

James Watson, Contributing Writer
September 7, 2022
A still from "The Rehearsal" in which two characters chat at a restaurant while a third character looks on.

The Fielder Method 101: HBO’s ‘The Rehearsal’ Reviewed

James Watson
August 25, 2022
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