Will the virus keep us from voting?
Both North Carolina political parties have a sorry legacy of framing election laws and voting districts for political advantage. Read More
NC Spin Articles
Prospect of bipartisanship is welcome, but only a first step in addressing NC's needs
Talk of bipartisanship would be a darn sight better than what we’ve witnessed in recent years, it’s still vastly less than what is needed. Read More
Cooper plans reopens too slowly
The phase-in plan Cooper announced isn’t reasonable. It is too slow, rigid, and draconian. Read More
COVID-19 response boosts Cooper
In times of emergency Governors can act, can command cameras and political news gets blocked out. This is good for Roy Cooper. Read More
Leaders must offer more clarity
It would be helpful if government leaders spoke with greater clarity about when and how they plan to ease restrictions on our freedoms. We have a right to see them and we are all on the same team. Read More
An economist looks at economic cost/benefit analysis of the virus
We are accustomed to hearing health data related to COVID-19 but what do the economic data suggest? Read More
We need a Marshall plan for primary care in North Carolina
The North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians reports that the recent closure of 34 primary care practices in our state demonstrates problems with our healthcare system that need immediate attention. Read More
How to help school districts meet the coming challenges
The months ahead will be challenging and schools will be competing for scarce dollars but there are some things school districts can do. Read More
Party of personal irresponsibility
Tuesday's Reopen NC was little more than a Republican political rally Read More
The virus claims another victim
Among the many casualties are independently owned and operated restaurants in our state. Read More
