What does freedom mean to you?
My definition of freedom and yours might be quite different. Read on to see what I mean Read More
NC Spin Articles
Triangle loses out on USDA relocations
Once again we've come up a loser. An estimated 700 jobs and a boost in esteem will head to Kansas City. Read More
Sunday is Father's Day. A record number of dads are single in NC
Here's a compilation of some interesting stats about fatherhood in our state Read More
Democrats, just forget this poll
Democrats should ignore the Emerson poll released recently. Trump is stronger in North Carolina than it indicates. Read More
Boost health access by lowering costs
82 of our 100 counties, mostly rural, rate poorly in access to healthcare. But the gap doesn't have to be as big as it is now. Better access to healthcare will keep rural North Carolinians healthier and doesn't have to cost more. Read More
Refusal to close the Medicaid coverage gap recalls a dark era from the South's past
Refusing to provide safety net assistance drags up memories of The Great Depression. Read More
Nothing funny or foolish
When the legislature created the consolidated university system we have today all schools immediately wanted to expand offerings and become stronger. It took someone with discipline and planning skills to mold the new system. Ray Dawson was that person. Read More
New craft beer laws could be first of many needed alcohol reforms
It’s past time North Carolina gets out of the liquor business, opens the market to competition, and encourages opportunities for entrepreneurs. Some proposals working their way through the legislature could go a long way toward modernizing our antiquated system Read More
Don't play favorites with business taxes
Which taxes are acceptable and which aren't? Politicians tend to play favorites. Read More
Which inflation measure should we use?
The government is changing the way it measures inflation. Is it a good change? You decide. Read More
