Key data in North Carolina's response to the 2020 census
Carolina Demography is keeping up with our state's response to the census. We rank 34th for the self-response rate to the census and the increase in the rate is growing slowly. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Glimmers of hope at a time of crisis
Despite many varying explanations from analysts and experts, three recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings had the feel of a Court that was paying attention to public opinion. Read More
2020 Legislative short session: Coronavirus and not much more
This short session was like no other in recent memory. Bipartisan cooperation that started the session quickly disappeared. Read More
Elect the president by popular vote?
A new proposal could keep the electoral college but ensure the winner of the national popular vote would become president. Read More
Hail to the Redskins, or what?
Does the nickname of teams offend Native Americans? Many worry about the negative effect of Indians nicknames and mascots. Read More
Choice should guide school reopening
Governor Cooper and education officials are grappling with the reality that one size doesn't fit all when it comes to education. Read More
The rise of the Nones
Chris Cooper and Michael Bitzer, two of North Carolina's noted political scientists, report on why voters might choose not to report demographic data when registering. Read More
Proud to be a American? I asked my family for help with an assignment and learned a few lessons myself
In 140 characters how would you explain your pride? Read More
NC Registered voters top 7 million
As we hit the half-way point of 2020 it is good to look at the demographics of those registered and where they live. Read More
State shouldn't play favorites
States should raise or lower taxes on all households and businesses in like circumstances. They should not play favorites Read More
