Lawmakers should close health plan hole
North Carolina has $7.5 billion stored in its rainy-day fund and other reserves that would be easy to access if a fiscal or natural emergency required it. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Kate Barr for the win
Kate says, "If I’m going to lose, we might as well have a little fun, raise a little hell, and shine a light on the impacts of gerrymandering." Read More
Why stop at an inflation rate target of 2%?
The Fed, or Federal Reserve, has two goals: keeping the economy growing fast enough to maintain low unemployment, while at the same time keeping a low inflation rate. Read More
The story of the Lost Colony is North Carolina's founding myth
Our founding is surrounded by mystery, making it even more intriguing. Read More
Voting rights groups file sweeping lawsuit against NC redistricting plans
Regardless of the outcome of the lawsuits North Carolina will likely elect more Republicans than Democrats. Read More
This day in 1776, NC’s first constitution was adopted
Following the Declaration of Independence in July, our first constitution was passed in December and continued (with revisions) until after the Civil War. Read More
The onus is on us
Listen closely and the bells you hear might not be Christmas bells, but alarm bells. We yearn for leaders who see the vision of justice and liberty, inclusion, kindness and love. Read More
Land-use rules cost us dearly
Both Republicans and Democrats favor relaxing parking requirements and allowing homeowners to add accessory dwelling units. Read More
Why are they running?
Candidates either run for office promising to lead in the best tradition of public service or become a tool of a powerful political force that represents anything but truth, or public service. Read More
