Debate over protest
Editorial by Greensboro News-Record, January 28, 2016. A rude protest disrupted the start of a UNC Board of Governors meeting Tuesday and led to some arrests. That’s not how to conduct a meaningful... Read More
NC Spin Articles
House Speaker: No 10 percent pay raises for teachers
House Speaker Tim Moore said he’d like to give teachers raises this year, but rejected a proposal for a 10 percent increase, calling it unrealistic. Superintendent of Public Instruction June... Read More
Poll should have focused on Medicaid expansion facts
A new poll commissioned by NC Child and conducted by PPP polling has me scratching my head. It asked 2,000 North Carolinians if they supported using available funds to close the health insurance gap... Read More
TV cord cutters upending industry
Editorial by Jacksonville Daily News, January 28, 2016. A bunch of the most talked-about television programs aren’t on traditional TV networks or cable channels, they’re on Internet streaming... Read More
The early bird wins the election
From President to state legislature, every campaign is debating this question right now: When do we start? Specifically, when do we start attacking – or “contrasting with” – our opponent... Read More
Debt study: State can afford Connect NC Bonds
Along with other officials responsible for financial oversight, Treasurer Janet Cowell issues a "debt affordability study" every year. The study gives guidance to lawmakers and other policy makers... Read More
Legislator likens failing schools to "death traps" for minorities
State Rep. Edward Hanes, D-Forsyth, said a proposed Achievement School District that would operate with charter school flexibility is a step in the right direction to turn around low-performing... Read More
Hillary and Bernie
We’re not fighting each other like the Republicans are – yet. But insults are flying on social media. Bad feelings are growing. And the voting hasn’t even started. Bias alert: I’m for Hillary... Read More
The dealmaker?
Let’s agree (as he says about himself in his book) Donald Trump is the master of The Art of the Deal. He’s not just a billionaire with a penchant for checking out his reflection whenever he walks... Read More
The real test of McCrory's commitment to help the mentally ill
Governor Pat McCrory is garnering praise these days for the recommendations to improve mental health services being considered by a task force he created—and he deserves it. McCrory has spoken out... Read More
