WRAL's climate change
Greg Fishel says he took a while to change his mind on climate change. Then he got a quick lesson in politics. Richard Stradling wrote in the N&O (“Climate change reversal puts brighter spotlight... Read More
NC Spin Articles
The lost decade
North Carolina Democrats have a lot riding on their shoulders this election cycle. Next year, they need to do at least one of the following: either elect Roy Cooper governor, knock off Richard Burr in... Read More
Time to pay N.C. teachers the market rate
Editorial by Charlotte Observer, December 14, 2015. Since we have small-government conservatives running Raleigh these days, you’d think all public-sector employees’ paychecks would be feeling the... Read More
Six strikes for Brockman
In the following paragraphs, I’m going to give you many reasons why state Rep. Cecil Brockman of High Point should resign from the General Assembly, or at the very least be shown the door after the... Read More
Obamacare success still elusive
Editorial by Fayetteville Observer, December 15, 2015. Time's up, Obamacare participants. If you're signing up or switching plans, today's the last day to enroll in next year's policies. Paying... Read More
Company gets economic development dollars to move from one NC to another
Earlier this week, the McCrory administration announced what seemed to be a big win for the state – Corning Optical Communications is moving its headquarters to Charlotte, bringing 650 people to... Read More
Trump support is about defeat
As I argue with Trump supporters — or at least watch as they stamp around like Rumpelstiltskins when the real identity of their hero is revealed — something about the Donald’s following is... Read More
Lawmakers examine insurers' effort to control drug prices
A new state House committee on Monday began considering whether North Carolina should regulate how insurance companies restrict the use of expensive drugs to save money. Step therapy, also known as... Read More
Burr: Banning Muslim immigration a huge mistake
North Carolina Sen. Richard Burr said on CBS’ “Face the Nation” program Sunday that a ban on Muslim immigration into the United States would be a “huge mistake” in the global fight against... Read More
Uncomfortable questions about Eden's brewery closure
State Senate Leader Phil Berger has some questions about the news that MillerCoors is going to close its long-time facility in Eden, Rockingham County, laying off 520 people in the process. Last... Read More
