Georgia on my mind
According to most economic indicators, North Carolina’s economy is on the upswing. Job growth exceeds the regional and national averages. The state’s recent drop in unemployment — even when you... Read More
NC Spin Articles
Economic development winners and losers
It’s the time of year that North Carolinians love with such passion — March Madness. We choose our favorite teams, follow the drama, celebrate the wins and mourn the losses. And while we each may... Read More
Senate tax-cut plan too risky for state
Editorial by Rocky Mount Telegram, March 28, 2015. While their counterparts in the N.C. House last week were sensibly working to restore the historic preservation tax credit program, Republican... Read More
Rural NC growth, economy are stalled, fading
Editorial by Fayetteville Observer, March 29, 2015. Rich state, poor state. Growing state, stagnant state, shrinking state. North Carolina is all of that, depending on where you're standing. Refreshed... Read More
Friday's follies
Rucho’s ridiculous Robin Hood in reverse redux Just when you think the leaders of the state Senate couldn’t be any more extreme or irresponsible, they come through with another absurd proposal... Read More
The Senate's punching bag
Wake County is the fastest growing county in a state where half the counties are losing population. It’s been the economic engine pulling North Carolina out of the recession. It’s attracting... Read More
Legislature's clash hurts recruiting efforts
Editorial by Rocky Mount Telegram, March 25, 2015. With the passing of each week, the hopes of landing a major automaker in Eastern North Carolina grow a little dimmer. The anguished waiting is made... Read More
Senate adds new tax cut to fiscal equation
Senate leaders punctuated a week of tax policy talk by introducing a $1 billion tax cut of their own. Earlier in the week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Brown, R-Onslow, introduced a bill changing the... Read More
The sluggish and uneven "Carolina Comeback"
Here are a few facts that Governor Pat McCrory and legislative leaders never mention when they boast of the alleged “Carolina Comeback” and that right-wing pundits always leave out when marveling... Read More
Devil's in the details of Voter ID implementation
Polls show a majority of North Carolina voters will be happy to present IDs before voting when photo identification requirements begin in 2016. The process seems simple. You show your ID, you vote. It... Read More
