The lead times required to acquire, plan, permit, and build new inventory create significant risk that can itself be exacerbated by unexpected changes in such variables as interest rates, the cost of raw materials, and the availability of labor. Read More
Our Founders found ways to work together despite their many differences. We can, too — and should. Read More
Our fertility rate has fallen to 1.63 children per women of child-bearing age. Our fertility rate is well below replacement level. Read More
Even with the recent pay increase from the budget, North Carolina should re-examine and pay teachers based on performance. Read More
Because massive federal deficits will keep interest rates painfully elevated, I believe future presidents and lawmakers will be forced into serious actions. One of them will be to curtail, if not end, federal subsidies for highways. Read More
Healthcare reform needs to include four terms: choice, clarity, creativity, and commitment. Read More
If we thoughtlessly perform a constitutional appendectomy, we may rudely discover in the future that we’ve discarded something vitally important. Read More
I am still heartened that so many party leaders were willing to disavow candidates of their own party who exhibit such poor judgment, despicable character, and inadequate commitment to core American principles and basic human decency. Read More
North Carolina’s total manufacturing output was higher in inflation-adjusted terms in 2025 that it was in 1997. Read More
250 years ago this week that warriors from the Catawba nation first played a significant military role in the Revolutionary War. Read More
