UNC’s history: a minority view
How should race be considered in college acceptance? Read More
NC SPIN Posts by D. G. Martin
Following MacBeth's advice on Afghanistan
If America's quick exit from Afghanistan wasn't best done quickly remember the law of holes. Read More
Losing our grandchildren, and finding them again
What makes taking or sending a child to college such a milestone for parents? Does life have meaning without children to watch over? Read More
What do we say now?
As we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11 it is helpful to remember our resolve and efforts. Read More
Our most popular columnist
What makes a good column? And who is North Carolina's most popular columnist? Read More
The ugliest word, or the sweetest
In politics, candidates are sometimes motivated by revenge. Read More
Lessons from famous and ordinary people
Is there a North Carolinian you would like to be the subject of a new biography? Read More
Reckoning with our history
A new book by a Davidson graduate says a good way to learn about the impact of slavery and racism is to visit those places where significant events occurred or people lived and worked. Read More
A North Carolinian in Afghanistan to "the bitter end"
More than 18,000 Afghans who helped America are waiting to get asylum or Special Immigration Visas. Read More
Whirlagigs to the rescue
Wilson is known for barbecue and antiques. But there's something else worth seeing. Read More
