Opinion
The ABCs of Privatization
There's no legitimate reason for the state to maintain a monopoly on alcohol sales and distribution.
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A guide to journalists
Opinion
Flashback: Working At Cross-Purposes
When government works at cross-purposes, it’s unlikely to achieve its purposes – and likely to make its citizens cross.
Opinion
Time to Restore Debt Limits
I’d like to see which state lawmakers come out against the right of North Carolina voters to decide the fate of bond packages.
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Fat cats
Opinion
Africa’s Lesson for NC
North Carolina won’t become a better place to live or work by trying to change the fundamental character of North Carolinians.
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You what?!
Opinion
The Most Important Stakeholders Often Have No Say
Bureaucrats seeking input from special-interest groups ignore customers, taxpayers, and others who bear the brunt of public policies.
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Playtime’s over
Opinion
No More Marc Basnights
I won’t begrudge Marc Basnight his laudatory send-off and peaceful retirement. But let’s not go through all this again, okay?
Opinion
Outdoor Smoking Bans: Personal Preferences Over Freedom
While a public health argument "reasonably" can be made for restricting smoking in enclosed spaces, so long as property rights are respected, no such argument exists in outdoor areas.
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