Opinion
In the Middle of Policy Debates
In debating issues from the Iraq War to local school construction, it is wise to choose the middle course — which does not mean a moderate course.
Opinion
On Priorities, Public & Private
There is a big difference between public priorities and private priorities. Case in point is local-government expenditure on parks and recreation.
Opinion
What the State Budget Teaches
The state legislature passed a budget that raised spending 10 percent and set the state up for another fiscal fall. But many North Carolinians will learn little more about it than the fact that it contained a big pay raise for teachers.
Opinion
New approach to early school success
CHAPEL HILL — A report by the University of North Carolina’s FPG Child Development Institute advocates for a new approach that can help early educators and parents ensure early school success for all children, including those at risk for learning difficulties.
Opinion
No. 901: Why Don’t the Media Investigate Terrorists?
Rather than hindering the U.S. war effort, the media should investigate terrorists' infiltration of our homeland.
Opinion
No. 902: Sales Ratios a Moving Target
An accurate accounting of sales ratios and timely collections of property taxes are vital to maintaining localities' revenues.
Opinion
Your Tax Dollars Go To The Dogs
Thank Fido and Spot for adding to your local tax burden, if your city sponsors dog parks.
Opinion
Lindalyn’s Journal
The staccato pops of Independence Day fireworks have come and gone for yet another year. But for most of us, they served their patriotic purpose, calling to mind the “shot heard round the world” – the gunfire launching the American Revolution on April 19, 1775 at the battle of Old North Bridge.
Opinion
Act Now, But Act Wisely
Yes, the United States Congress should renew the federal Voting Rights Act. But no, it should not be renewed without some significant reforms.
Opinion
On the Dewey Decimate System
The subtitle of a new book on John Dewey reads: “How the patron saint of schools has corrupted teaching and learning.” It’s all too true.
Opinion
Three for the Holiday
July 4th is a celebration of William Hooper, Joseph Hewes, and John Penn. Well, it's not just a celebration of these three men's accomplishment.
Opinion
Easing up, or moving out?
A loosening of restrictions on Raleigh landlords could open the door to increased threats of eminent domain takings.
