Have cities reacher their peak?
Since 2020, more people in the nation have been moving out of urban regions than have been moving into those regions. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Michael Walden
What's the biggest issue facing the country?
The question is always asked each time Walden speaks. His answer might surprise you. Read More
Should we worry about the declining birth rate?
Individualism, fear of the future, and costs of raising children are among some of the reasons why the birth rate has fallen. Read More
Will we soon have a four day workweek?
The debate over the workweek is heating up and the power between employers and employees seems to have shifted to the employees. Read More
Is "greedflation" keeping prices high?
"Greedflation" is when businesses purposely keep prices high to boost profits. Does this explain why prices remain high? Read More
Upsides and downsides of international investments
There are pluses and minuses to foreign investments but the states seem eager lure them. Read More
Why are jobs increasing?
The March report indicating 300,000 new jobs was significantly above expectations for a number of reasons. But can this continue? Read More
Will energy mandates work?
The last great energy transformation, from horse power to vehicle power, occurred with very little governmental guidance or support. Are they necessary for our shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy? Read More
Can home ownership be made more affordable?
Home ownership has two purposes. First, it provides shelter for the family, but is also accumulates wealth. Read More
Is it time to pop the economic champagne cork?
While consumer confidence is still well below pre-pandemic levels, it has steadily risen for almost a year. Often the unexpected has a way of impacting us when we least expect it. Read More
