Cooper says we have enough money for 18% spending increase, but not enough for scheduled tax cuts
It's worth examining what the state budget could look like if the governor has his way. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Meredith poll explores N.C. voter opinions on the Equal Rights Amendment, perceptions of discrimination
Despite strong public support our legislature isn't willing to consider a bill to ratify this amendment. Read More
Who teaches us how to live...and die?
Killer diseases that bring about premature death never seem fair. Read More
Five letter fun
Some of the great experiences and growth come from our knowledge of words and meanings. Read More
Don't let roads become racetracks
We should all accept some responsibility for the recent increase in reckless driving and set a good example. Read More
The Medicaid expansion celebrations are premature
Republican lawmakers are setting themselves up to use Medicaid expansion as a bargaining tool – a political cudgel with which to further entrench their own power. Read More
How many wind energy manufacturing jobs does North Carolina really have?
Did wind energy manufacturing suddenly become one of North Carolina's top employers? Read More
Cooper offers the legislature a prescription it must fulfill
In his State of the State address the governor says we have the responsibility to learn from adversity and make things better. Read More
A new constitution?
One of the truly worst people in the history of American politics was in Raleigh to advocate for one of the truly worst ideas in the history of America. Read More
