Opinion
Is the MSM depressing the hell out of us?
RALEIGH — Extrapolating from recent polling research, I think it’s fair to conclude that journalists are depressing the hell out of us.
Opinion
The Krugman Antidote
There is no validity to the charge that the top 20 percent of Americans are excessively paid – with the possible exception of a certain Times columnist.
Opinion
Blue Ribbon Testing Reform
There’s a growing consensus that our state testing program is due for a major overhaul. But ideas on how to fix it vary widely. Last week, the Blue Ribbon Commission on Testing and Accountability (formed in May by the State Board of Education) circulated draft proposals for change.
Opinion
Who Pays For “Consumer Protection”?
It isn't “predatory lending” when applicants overstate their incomes, understate their liabilities, and misrepresent their assets when applying for mortgage loans.
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Six Presidential Scenario Critters
The results of the Iowa caucuses on Jan. 3 set into motion two of six potential scenarios for how things will play out.
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Selective Recourse to “Consensus”
Climate-change alarmists complain when social scientists comment on earth-science matters but express no concern when earth scientists comment on social-science matters.
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Making The Sale For Tax Relief
North Carolina business groups tend to focus their critical comments primarily on corporate and personal income taxes. That’s a mistake.
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A Raw Deal On Transportation Funds
A new 24-member commission is studying North Carolina transportation needs anew. Its members would be well advised not to put the cart before the horse.
Opinion
Most Transportation Assets Are Private
Transportation in the U.S. is overwhelmingly provided and paid for by customers within private markets.
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Depending on the Man in the Mirror
Some people rise to the challenge of adversity, while others wait for a (government) solution to knock on the door.
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It’s The Principle Of The Thing
Using eminent domain for economic development under the cloak of a transportation need isn’t some new, wacky idea that no one has ever thought of or warned against.
Opinion
A CO2 Cap and Trade Program:
The state's Legislative Commission on Global Climate Change, (LCGCC) is considering a cap and trade program for carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The cap and trade program is one of many recommendations that were provided to the Commission by a North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) advisory group called the Climate Action Plan Advisory Group (CAPAG).
