State tax cuts are leaving counties to cover new SNAP costs
With fewer options to fund essential services, the pressure by the state to shift costs onto counties may only grow. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Most North Carolinians expect political violence before 2026 election, but reject candidates who violate democratic & electoral principles
More voters say they would punish rather than reward candidates who undermine democratic values Read More
Washington's warnings are evident in front of our eyes today
In addition to warning us about partisan politics, George Washington also cautioned us that morality can’t survive without religion. Read More
A patriot's seder
A July 4th gathering combined a script in which some parts are read by the leader, some by participants, and some together as a group with the 250th celebration. Read More
How important is income inequality?
Income inequality is the highest for the modern period since the 1960s. The question is how much income inequality a society will tolerate? Read More
Mass production can ease housing woes
Manufactured homes can be built off-site making them more economic in terms of labor costs and factories can run 24 hours a day with no delays due to bad weather. Read More
Face plant
At a time when moderate and less engaged Republicans have little reason to vote, Democratic Socialists are giving them one—or some. Read More
Connecting Solutions for a Healthier North Carolina
When state leaders are making consequential budget decisions, the way we frame healthcare challenges matters just as much as the solutions we pursue. Read More
Stocks are up, unemployment is down – so why is a leading NC economist raising a red flag?
A leading Kenan-Flagler Business School economist says a closer look at the latest economic data shows a clear disconnect in how many consumers are viewing and experiencing the American economy. Read More
Case from ’80s offers clues for voters in NC Supreme Court race
A court more than 38 years ago could play a part in deciding this November's Supreme Court election. Read More
