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Tillis was right on process, but Trump’s pro-housing initiatives will help NC
The recent passage of Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” carries weight and opportunities for NC real estate investors and developers who are on the frontlines of this housing crisis.
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Free trade
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Three policy trends work against Democrats
On at least three sets of issues of great importance to persuadable voters, progressives have yanked Democrats far away from reality and common sense.
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Keeping our promises to refugees
I urge our nation's leaders to thoughtfully consider the moral and humanitarian importance of the refugee resettlement program and to take steps towards its reinstatement.
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Can Democrats rebrand from ‘woke’?
Democrats will have to do more than just set aside the "woke" agenda. They will also have to find some issues that the voters care about and convince those voters that they are the ones to champion them.
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Jefferson Griffin’s prospects strengthen as claims are vindicated
Griffin's political future appeared damaged beyond repair. But then a funny thing happened. All three of Griffin’s challenges were proven correct in court on their substance, if not timing; and the board has since agreed to correct all three.
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Republicans set the tone for NC’s post-Cooper era
The General Assembly’s rapid-fire overrides of Gov.Josh Stein’s recent vetoes send a clear message: The Republican-led legislature intends to lead, and lean into, the post-Cooper era.
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Bombshells
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The importance of civic engagement 250 years after the founding
What YMCA's Youth and Government program is doing is remarkable. This year’s conference garnered interest from NC state legislators, mayors, policy analysts, and state officials.
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Tax reform needs a clear goal
While the North Carolina House and Senate continue to discuss how — or whether — to resolve their budget dispute and enact a new fiscal framework for the next two fiscal years, now is an excellent time for tax reformers in both chambers to spell out precisely what they hope to accomplish. Some conservatives in...
