When history is dangerous
The founding of the United States, like the beginning of almost every major historical endeavor, was messy, complicated, and flawed. We cannot pretend that it wasn't. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Thomas Mills
Republicans cost NC State a shot at a championship
Right now we have two Americas. In the world of sports those living in vaccinated America are the teams that are winning. Read More
Reflections
The cardinal attacking my window each morning reminds me of Republicans, who are territorial and see a reflection that doesn't fit their expectations. Read More
A tale of two recoveries
If Democrats hope to hold on to Congress they need a robust recovery and hope no more pandemics hit us. Read More
Voter suppression, not Voter ID is the big problem
In the minds of too many people voter suppression bills are identified as Voter ID laws, but the two are different. Read More
It all started here
The false allegations of voter fraud are the real threat to our democracy. Read More
Speaking of qualifications
A board of politically connected white males lacking academic credentials themselves is not qualified to make decisions about tenure. Read More
To protect and serve....and elect
A new group, Democrats Serve, is trying to elect more men and women who were veterans. Read More
Consolidating support
Cheri Beasley is quickly consolidating support among the Democratic political establishment. Read More
A cultural tug-of-war
Legislative leaders shut down one controversy that threatened to divide our state but they raised another. Read More
