Merit pay boosts student success
For many years legislators and others have tried to figure out how to incentivize teachers based on student performance. Does it work? Read More
NC Spin Articles
The ugliest word, or the sweetest
In politics, candidates are sometimes motivated by revenge. Read More
Close the coverage gap--it's not rocket science; it is actuarial science
When businesses look at coming to our state they look at the cost of doing business, especially the cost of insuring workers. Read More
To do good or do better
History is full of examples of governments generating both benefits and costs for their citizens that no one intended – or even could have intended. Read More
It's time to say 'no' to the massive tax conservatives are imposing on Americans.
We are a hopeful people who like to celebrate successful people, but sometimes we set aside concerns for the broader picture. Read More
Will the 2022 midterms be like the 1994 tidal wave?
Elections are never exact reruns of the past, but there are signals of similarities. Read More
Duke expert says indoor masking is a good idea for all NC counties. NC Republicans politicize the CDC mask recommendation.
Once again we are witnessing the politicalization of a deadly disease. Read More
The swamp: alive and well
Recent actions in Congress demonstrate that it hasn't been drained....or even syphoned. Read More
For Jayden
Losing a child is something parents never get over. A senseless loss of a child's life is beyond everyone's capacity to comprehend. Read More
Should wage and price controls be brought back?
Many economists think our economy resembles that of 50 years ago, when President Nixon established wage and price controls. Read More
