Expression at UNC
A university can’t have one set of expression rules for some groups and a different set for others, the more favored ones. Read More
NC Spin Articles
A train wreck
Things are spiraling out of control. What happens next? Read More
Politicians we like – in the other party
We favor people in the other party if they stand up to – and defy – your own party. Read More
Technology is reshaping policy and politics
There are some truly novel forces transforming our political process and policy environment. It is difficult to wrap your head around them. Read More
Community-college salaries: ‘A workforce-development, social-mobility issue’
North Carolina is a state that loves its community colleges – except at budget time. Read More
Prices: gas prices down, food prices up. Why?
Prices rise and fall for the products we use but they don't always move in tandem. Read More
Where does excellence come from anyway?
What separated our farsighted founding leaders from their peers was education, coupled with teachers, mentors and parents who demand excellence. Read More
The moving goalposts
Who knows whether Trump will seek a third term, but the conservatives saying he won't will fall in line if he does. Read More
Locke’s lessons for a government in gridlock
When a government fails in its duty to protect the natural rights to life, liberty, and property for its citizens the citizens must demand reform. Read More
Release the Epstein files
What punishment will be imposed on those who have sexually abused, manipulated, and think they can get away with any sexual exploitation? Read More
