North Carolina's rural anger
State politics is dominated by white, rural men. They are angry because rural areas are in decline, as is their influence. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Is it code red for the economy?
The first quarterly GDP report for the year, normally a "yawner," motivated many to declare a "code red" condition for the economy. Read More
Higher costs threaten housing affordability
Meeting the challenge of housing affordability will require all hands on deck. Companies need to keep innovating. Government needs to keep opening up the housing market. Read More
These six judges brought shame to our state in the NC Supreme Court race
Thank God for nonpartisan federal judges. Read More
North Carolina’s elected officials must protect Medicare Advantage
Medicare Advantage's future is uncertain because of cuts the Biden administration made to the program. Read More
Absolute power corrupts absolutely
The court has effectively given the GOP permanent control of the State Board of Elections. Read More
Neutrality at government sites doesn’t threaten free speech. It protects it.
Only 10 "official government flags" would be allowed at government-owned sites if a new bill passes the legislature. Read More
The mantle of justice
There are some brave enough to speak to cruelty and harm being done today. But more are needed. Read More
Trade uncertainty will hamper growth
Increases in uncertainty are followed by declines in investments, output and employment. Read More
Our first hundred days of Hell
Have you had enough or do you need to suffer more? Read More
