Stability in today's world
A step back into a spiritual practice would calm the turbulence and settle us so we might once again find our way. Read More
NC Spin Articles
North Carolinians have liked strong legislatures
If we thoughtlessly perform a constitutional appendectomy, we may rudely discover in the future that we’ve discarded something vitally important. Read More
Not yet, Democrats. Not yet.
Folks forget it was Just two years ago when many of us felt that Vice Pres. Kamala Harris was in good shape in her bid for the White House, the Trump and MAGA found enough junk to smear her and pull out a win. Read More
The future of Research Triangle Park
Artificial intelligence may radically reshape the operations and workforces of RTP’s companies Read More
Diamond City: Shackleford Bank’s lost whaling settlement
Diamond City was named because from it you could see the bold diamond pattern of the nearby Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Read More
We’ve seen what video can do. Let’s use It for good.
In a time of deepfakes, disinformation and doubt, those who want to do good in the world — and to inspire others to do the same — have to do as much showing as telling. Read More
A bluer ballot isn’t a mandate for bigger government
The Carolina Journal poll demonstrated decisive support for limits on government taxation power but also preferred government limited in reach and spending. Read More
Thoughts on the property-tax amendment
Perhaps the biggest reason to vote against the amendment is it places local tax policies in the hands of the arrogant crew on West Jones Street. Read More
Headwinds beyond their control
Independents are the key to this Senate election. Read More
Make newspapers great again
Chains take chainsaws to newsrooms, but there's hope. Read More
