GOP party is fractured says local poly-sci professor Gene Marrano March 4, 2016 1 min read The problems in the Republican party are coming to a head in this year’s presidential primary. As Denise Allen Membreno reports there is no denying the party is fractured. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Whole Living Expo this weekendNext: Supreme Court arguments date set in McDonnell bribery case Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025