The U.S. Constitution delegates to the "legislature" the job of redistricting. Most significantly the State Constitution gives our courts the job of examining the work of the legislature. Read More
Democrats have a two-pronged problem: How to break the GOP's strength in rural counties, while advocating more to their political base. Can they achieve them both? Read More
Fully implementing the Leandro Plan requires a political movement to ensure that lawmakers continue to do their job of providing all students with access to a sound basic education. Is there such a movement? Read More
In October 2019 61.6% of working-aged North Carolinians were either employed or looking for a job. During COVID the rate fell to as low as 58.2%. but has stayed around 60.5% since the summer. Read More
It is increasingly evident that our energy infrastructure is vulnerable to attacks. Read More
Many have speculated on the reasons for the attack on power substations in Moore County. We hope to learn the real reasons and soon. Read More
Thanks to pathetic funding and maddening systemic inertia, more than 16,000 people in immediate need of direct services are stuck on a waiting list that can take years to traverse. Read More
Fear mongering and misinformation being peddled by people with no scientific training about COVID vaccines is creating problems for all. Read More
The two former UNC Presidents point out strengths but also weaknesses of the current governance system and suggest how it can be improved. Read More
