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Set clear priorities for road funding

In recent weeks, I’ve written several columns flagging areas where North Carolina lags behind other states. We don’t do a good job of providing patients access to telehealth services, for example, and our education system — previously among the best in the country in converting public investment into reading and math performance — has tumbled...

Pacesetting states offer growth lessons

High-tax, high-regulation states such as New York and California can’t outcompete Texas and Florida because the latter deliver better public services.

Disturbing threats against Tillis’ family and staff escalate

Threats against public officials are hitting an all-time high and reflect an unsettling trend in America's civil society.

National Agriculture Month: 2025 priorities

In recognition of National Agriculture month, experts discuss on key policy areas for 2025.