Smartphones aren't making our children smart
There is real value in using digital technology in education, but allowing students to have smartphones in the classroom is hurting, not helping, student learning. Read More
My Spin by Tom Campbell
There's hope for healthcare
A recent healthcare episode provided hope that better healthcare might be in our futures. Read More
Trump may have paved the way for a Democrat to be our next U.S. Senator
Tillis wasn't intimidated by Trump's bullying and threats. He trumped Trump! Read More
Giving in instead of digging in
North Carolina has abandoned its long-held quest for excellence in education and is now content to dumb down and give up on that dream. Read More
Growing old isn't for Ostriches
Those of us who are aging can testify things don’t work as well as they once did. Our balance, strength and overall health are constant reminders of that truth. Read More
Why can't we fix DMV?
With 10 million people and growing, problems with DMV get worse every year. Read More
In support of Roy Cooper and public education
Our legislature has essentially given up on traditional public schools. Read More
Is bipartisanship emerging in North Carolina?
Both the House and Senate budget bills have strong partisan overtones, but the House version is more sensible, responsible, and more acceptable to more North Carolinians. Read More
Beat the press
Attacking the press serves no interest other than allowing those with agendas the ability to do as they wish. Read More
Making ends meet in North Carolina
This doubting Thomas wanted to know if a family of four could really live comfortably on an income of $97,550. Read More
