Reform in haste, repent in leisure
If you need a break from the constant COVID-19 discussions here's a diversion regarding the Electoral College. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Are we headed for a status quo election?
Civitas President Donald Bryson says the poll is "fairly consistent with the national trend for President Trump and governors." Read More
Presidential race a toss-up; Cooper and Cunningham lead
Governor Cooper's lead over Dan Forest is growing, while Cal Cunningham's 7 point lead over Thom Tillis is virtually the same as the February poll. Read More
Richard Burr is cashing out
The Senator has always seemed like a go-along-to-get-along guy but it appears he may be using the connections he’s made and the information he gets to leave Washington in sound financial shape. Read More
Let our people work
COVID-19 will not disappear just because we stayed home. In the 230 years of our republic we have never shut down the economy because of any real or perceived threat. Read More
Health pandemic will put democracy at risk unless we act
Americans of all parties and philosophies can and must come together to ensure a fair, high-turnout election this fall. Read More
Saving the US Postal Service
The USPS needs to understand they must change or become obsolete. It’s time to throw out the regular postal service playbook. Read More
The Great Suppression may linger
Bipartisan fiscal irresponsibility has put the federal government in a poor position to respond effectively to a genuine emergency. Read More
Weighing lives against livelihoods
If ever there was a time America needs leaders – and advocates on both sides – to rise above simplistic answers, self-righteousness and selfish partisanship, this is it. Read More
It's time to compromise on Silent Sam
A good compromise leaves both sides a wee bit happy and a wee bit sad. Here's a compromise that could solve the Silent Sam controversy. Read More
