More woes at DOT; and how to fix them
During the pandemic upset supply chains, raising material costs, and roiled labor markets are increasing the costs DOT expects to pay to buy property and build or widen roads. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Brian Balfour
Why North Carolina needs a Taxpayer Bill of Rights, in one chart
State spending growth should be limited to the rate of inflation and state population growth. Read More
Economic Rorschach test
Since 2009 the state budget has been below the 45 year average. Is this resulting in missed opportunities or the economy growing at a faster rate than the budget? Read More
Senate approves tax relief bill
The bill approved by the Senate this week would save taxpayers $2 billion over the next two years. Read More
Is identity politics a distraction?
It may well be that the race-centered “woke” movement is a cover, a smokescreen, prompting us to direct mistrust, anger, and blame against each other rather than the ruling elite mainly responsible for inequities and injustices the woke mob claims to care about. Read More
State debt nearly one-third lower than in 2013
This reduction in debt reduces the amount paid to reduce debt, thus freeing up more money for the General Fund. Read More
Tax revenue up, still nearly $600 million in COVID relief funds unspent
Recent data released by the State Controller shows North Carolina is well positioned for an economic downturn. Read More
A tale of two recessions: conservative budgeting has NC far better prepared to weather COVID recession
How does North Carolina stand in comparison to the Great Recession of 2008? Read More
The lockdown's devastating impact on children
Elevated stress in the home is often a predictor of abuse and there are fewer people to detect and report abuse. Read More
Fact check: Conservative tax reforms did not have 'harsh consequences' on state revenues
Are there benefits resulting from tax reforms that offset the consequences of higher taxes? Read More
