Bishop Curry's message of love
In a nation torn by partisanship and a world torn by war and hate, “can we find a sensible center?” – not so much political compromise, but common ground founded on common values and a common vision. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Drug, weapon possession rose sharply in state’s public schools
The state’s high schools reported 5,991 acts of crime and violence among their students during the 2021-22 school year. That’s a 23.5% increase over the 2018-19 school year. Read More
Three ways government subsidies ruin the marketplace
Policymakers speak as if using your money to chase lofty, vague ends is morally superior to your choices with i Read More
Thank you, Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter has shown us how to live a life of service and good will, and now shows us how to die with dignity. Read More
Yes, they'll waste our money again
Essentially, politicians turned unemployment insurance into an honor system. Of course, dishonorable people pounced. Read More
An inhospitable working environment
We’re facing staff shortages for vital services in a tough labor market and the GOP has left government jobs less competitive. Read More
Wake elections bill goes too far, and not far enough
Changing from county-wide to district-wide elections is a good idea but making elections non-partisan isn't. Read More
Lawmakers have a new target in NC schools: earth science
Environmental science is on the chopping block because Republican lawmakers don’t think students need to learn about climate change. Read More
North Carolina’s chronic public employee shortage wasn’t an accident
Unless state leaders rethink the penny wise, but pound foolish path they’re currently on, the employment crisis in North Carolina government will be unsustainable. Read More
Change to 'Certificate of Need' shouldn't ignore those most in need of care
Any proposals to change or even eliminate certificate of need, should include the requirement that ALL healthcare facilities must serve a defined portion of uninsured and those on Medicaid. Read More
