Words matter: Honor and privilege
Napoleon didn't know the difference between honor and privilege. But it can be explained. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Paul Stam
The logical fallacy of WUNC’s attack on Opportunity Scholarships
When opponents like to stir up prejudice against OS, they usually name a couple of the very largest recipients of OS because they are Islamic. Read More
What process is due to whom, when, why?
King John was the worst English king ever. He kept his crown by making 63 promises to the Barons at Runnnymede. Read More
Word matter: Forgive, mandate, fascism, Marxism
The author examines how various words can be used and interpreted. Read More
Words matter: Nonprofits, bipartisanship, and democracies vs republicsWords matter: Nonprofits, bipartisanship, and democracies vs republics
Words matter. Pundits and politicians should use words that are understandable and fair. Read More
The balance of power heading into 2025
The data supports the reality that Republicans had a very strong election in '24, but lost some of the biggest prizes. Read More
Critique on Tom Campbell's column on vouchers
The author disagrees with Campbell's previous column. Read More
No tax on tips?
Both parties are advocating no tax on tips. Can anyone explain why? Read More
A rebate to taxpayers? Let’s pay down debt instead
State debt currently stands at $8 billion. Paying down state debt would reduce the temptation to spend “one time” (nonrecurring) money on low priorities. Read More
