Court keeps governor in his lane
The tug-of-war between Governor Cooper and the legislature over the separation of powers sometimes ends in court and it keeps them in their respective lanes. Read More
NC Spin Articles
The Board of Governors' odd foil
Thomas Mills says this Durham attorney is quirky and funny but has started a campaign to redirect the $2.5 million given the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Read More
Leandro recommendations: more plans, more money and more confusion
Bob Luebke says that while the report from the consultant WestEd has some laudable suggestions the bad far outweighs the good. Read More
Attention last minute shoppers. Here are great books to add to your list.
Authors with close connections to North Carolina give added interest to holiday shopping this year Read More
Reviewing the legislative session that was
Becki Gray has three takeaways from the legislative session that are well worth reading. Read More
UNC TV renews NC SPIN contract for 2020
Thanks to all who have called, written, texted and mailed in support of NC SPIN remaining on the air. NC SPIN will not miss a week as we begin our 22nd season Your friendship and support has been very gratifying and helpful in our renewal. . Read More
Face of healthcare is changing
State regulators should focus their attention on ensuring that providers are fully transparent about their training and capabilities, Read More
NC Justice Center continues to ignore vital facts on poverty
Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger wrote an op-ed piece touting the state's economy. A Justice Center response calls it a "compelling yarn, even when he doesn't tell the whole story." Read More
Here's how many in NC could lose SNAP benefits under new plan
Charlotte's Patch reports that as many as 79,000 households in our state could be affected by the reductions in SNAP. Read More
A new-schoola strategy to fix higher education
Andy Smarick writes in the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal that there is a systemic approach that could drive down costs and make higher education more dynamic and responsive. Read More
