NC Voters concerned about election interference, post-election violence and mail-in ballot issues
The latest Elon University poll shows some concern whether the election will be fair and whether they will be intimidated at the polls. Read More
NC Spin Articles
The election might not be over election night
Caution: If a candidate declares victory on election night, that lead may evaporate as more ballots are counted. Read More
Democrats may fall just short
Out of 170 legislative seats up for election a few dozen matchups will determine the partisan control of the two houses. Read More
North Carolina leads in jobs lost
While it is possible that Governor Cooper's tighter regulations on bars, restaurants, public venues, and educational settings have reduced viral transmission enough to explain some of the difference in COVID death rates, there are clearly other variables at work. Read More
They have no plan
North Carolina conservatives flail about the way Roy Cooper has handled the COVID crisis and bash him for the slow economic recovery. But they offer no suggestions for containing the virus and keeping people safe. Read More
Funding students rather than institutions would be a school choice victory
We need to change how North Carolina finances schools. One step is to allow parents to allow families to take their children's education dollars to wherever they want their children educated. Read More
Can we agree on some tax concepts?
Often the subject of taxes is part of political debates and ads, but they don't usually teach about tax concepts and how they work. Read More
Warnings from three 21st century cases of election fraud in North Carolina
Both citizens and government officials must be vigilant to help prevent election fraud. Read More
NC should listen to the teachers and resist the urge to rush to reopen schools
North Carolina's educators are desperately looking for ways to justify reopening our schools but responsible actions are needed since the coronavirus isn't going away. Read More
An in-depth look at our 13 Congressional districts
Politica Science professionals with The Old North State Blog give one of the most insightful examinations of our congressional elections you will find. Read More
