Opinions emerging from the new court will likely differ in style and substance, especially on high-profile cases that have divided Democratic and Republican justices in recent years. Read More
On December 7th the US Supreme Court will hear arguments on what has been touted as a major landmark case of legislative authority. Read More
The latest Leandro decision is not about North Carolina’s failure to afford its children with the opportunity to receive a sound basic education, but is all about power. Read More
For many years there have been discussions about a better way to select judges, especially on our appellate courts. Retention elections had support but was voted down. Read More
The most high-profile congressional campaign in the state shows a virtual tie between the two candidates. Read More
It is suspected that the decision will fall along party lines, however one key vote could determine the outcome. Read More
The bill Governor Cooper vetoed would remove governing structure of three schools, two for the deaf and one for the blind, to individual governing boards. Read More
The largest misconception involves the Supreme Court’s power to determine whether a woman can secure an abortion. Read More
It’s not hard to imagine abortion policy in this state following the lead of that potentially persuadable middle. Read More
The interesting Civitas poll also shows a big gap between urban and rural sections of North Carolina Read More
