Childhood then and now
Growing up prior to the turn of the century was much more relaxed, more relational and more outdoors. Read More
My Spin by Tom Campbell
ICE Capades
It didn't matter to Ice whether people were here legally or not. But it does matter. Read More
The ICE Capades
It was the ironies of ironies that the ICE actions in our state occurred in the same week as Ken Burns' wonderful series, The American Revolution reminded us of what they British did to colonists. Read More
Special sessions, politics and political pawns
It is fascinating watching Republicans fighting Republicans, unable to make decisions and making political pawns for the poor and needy. Meanwhile Governor Stein and Democrats are scoring big political points. Read More
What’s a teacher to do?
Our legislature, along with the rest of the state, expects teachers to work each day doing their jobs. Shouldn’t we also expect the legislature to do their jobs? Read More
Too many rural hospitals are threatened
At least 8 rural hospitals are under threat of closing. If Medicaid funding isn't fully restored they might fail. Read More
The six most powerful people in North Carolina
Who would you say has the power in our state? Here's our list. Read More
Should NC get out of the liquor business?
You and I are paying too much for alcohol, but our legislators refuse to take actions to reduce the costs. Read More
Will our state leadership join Trump's lapdogs
Subtracting Republican voters from one district to add to another is not without risks. Read More
What is UNC's main thing?
UNC is different things to different people but what is its real purpose? Is it really the "university of the people?" Read More
