Lessons from Rufus
in his book, "That's Rufus," one of North Carolina's most colorful political figures talks about the dangers of hubris, using an example from his own life. Read More
NC Spin Articles
College student-athletes can be admitted to UNC schools despite low academic success
Madeline Baker writes in the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal that about 5 percent of recruits were granted a"chancellor's exception." Read More
The real problem with teacher pay
Of the $8.7 billion our state spends on k-12 education about 25% is spent on employee benefits and risings costs of these benefits makes it difficult to offer higher salaries. Read More
Trump trails leading Democrats but NC voters are divided on impeachment
Public Policy Polling's latest survey shows that Trump trails three leading Democrats but voters are evenly split about impeachment. Read More
Representative Lewis' loan deal represents a larger problem in NC Politics
While "cashing in" from legislative service is devilishly difficult to prevent or regulate, it doesn't make them right. Read More
Can we talk ourselves into a recession?
Concerns about recessions don't just appear out of thin air. There needs to be an ignitor, then something that "fans the flames." Read More
Freedom has many meanings
Can we have personal freedom and political freedom? Read More
Don't personalize political disagreement
The Pew Research Center asked members of each political party whether they should treat members of the opposition party with respect. The results might surprise you. Read More
Who are the 1.1 million newly registered voters in North Carolina?
Rebecca Tippett of the Carolina Demography Center writes that since the 2016 elections North Carolina has gained 1.1 million registered voters. A demographic break down reveals some interesting data. Read More
UNC System grads carry less debt
David Waugh, an intern with the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal writs that North Carolina is 37th in the nation in the amount of student debt. UNC System grads have less debt than their peers. Read More
