History repeats itself
An all-white body punishing two Black men for relatively minor offenses brings back visions of our troubled past. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Sweat the details on teacher pay.
In times of soaring prices, strong revenue collections, tight labor markets, and persistent vacancies in key teaching positions, North Carolina ought to enact big teacher pay increases. Read More
Tricia Cotham then and now
Cotham's party affiliation switch now gives Republicans veto-proof majorities in both houses of our legislature. Read More
NC ranks 2nd best in economic outlook, 10th best in economic performance in national report
Our state moved from 12th to 10th best in economic performance ranking. Read More
Loss of the innocents
Our reluctance to find solutions for the gun violence among us is robbing us of a future with hope. I will not stop calling for gun control until I see some action that makes a difference. Read More
Blue Cross bill makes good sense
Blue Cross is the dominant player in North Carolina’s market for private health plans. Indeed, it’s the only insurer selling policies in all 100 counties. House Bill 346 would permit it to reorganize as a nonprofit holding company. Read More
The game just changed...or did it?
Rep. Tricia Cotham’s switch from Democrat to Republican this week rocked Raleigh and gave Republicans the 72 votes they need, assuming all House Republicans vote as a bloc. Read More
"Real dialogue" at university commission listening session
The commission, created by Governor Cooper, is hearing ideas for improving university governance. But will it matter? Read More
Two questions about election reforms in the House budget
Including policy not authorizing the expenditure of state funds distorts the true purpose of the state budget and reduces government transparency and accountability. Read More
