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
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
The commission, created by Governor Cooper, is hearing ideas for improving university governance. But will it matter? Read More
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
Tricia Cotham joins a list of prominent Democrats who have switched parties. Some rise above principles. Read More
Cheers are what matters these days? But does that make them truth? Read More
Democrats power to sustain Governor Cooper's vetos was weak; now it non-existent. Read More
In the past half-century our state has re-made its economy. Read More
Is America a bright shining city on a hill or a bright shining lie? Read More
