Let's talk taxes - the right way
The General Assembly continues to pursue tax reform. Don’t expect those changes to be dramatic. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Been thinkin about....DMV
I have heard so many ugly stories about government inefficiency and state personnel who were bad-mannered or ill-tempered, so it was a joy to experience the other side of that coin. Read More
Should we worry about the declining birth rate?
Individualism, fear of the future, and costs of raising children are among some of the reasons why the birth rate has fallen. Read More
Paying a price either way
Are we better off electing a bumbler or someone who makes things up out of thin air? Read More
No defending Trump
None of his cult followers said Trump was an honest business man, devoted family man who wouldn't cheat on his wife, or was an honest politician. Read More
Treasurer Folwell calls on the General Assembly to help State Health Plan shortfalls
The State Treasurer gives more details on the shortfall and how it needs to be address Read More
Blaming the wife is a supremely bad idea
A three-way conversation between three wives of high-ranking officials is very revealing. Read More
To trim US debt, spread the tax pain. We must all feel it.
There is no easy way to escape our recent rash of generosity to ourselves but time may be running out. Read More
Republicans couldn't stop Mark Robinson
Republican legislators were practically giddy with Robinson at one point. Establishment Republicans are having second thoughts. Read More
Bigger ballots for NC as 3 new parties exceed requirements
North Carolina's already lengthy ballot will get longer as three new parties have been approved. Read More
