After nearly a decade of playing North Carolina’s annual high stakes political poker game with the equivalent of a pair of deuces vs. opponents bearing flushes and full houses, things are suddenly different for Democrats. Read More
Consensus is not a strong suit of economists and economic models don't suggest a recession this year, but what about 2020? Read More
As voters have increasingly sorted themselves into communities and states on the basis of common values and lifestyles, the scrimmage line of politics moved away from the 50-yard marker. Read More
My definition of freedom and yours might be quite different. Read on to see what I mean Read More
Once again we've come up a loser. An estimated 700 jobs and a boost in esteem will head to Kansas City. Read More
Here's a compilation of some interesting stats about fatherhood in our state Read More
Democrats should ignore the Emerson poll released recently. Trump is stronger in North Carolina than it indicates. Read More
82 of our 100 counties, mostly rural, rate poorly in access to healthcare. But the gap doesn't have to be as big as it is now. Better access to healthcare will keep rural North Carolinians healthier and doesn't have to cost more. Read More
Refusing to provide safety net assistance drags up memories of The Great Depression. Read More
When the legislature created the consolidated university system we have today all schools immediately wanted to expand offerings and become stronger. It took someone with discipline and planning skills to mold the new system. Ray Dawson was that person. Read More
