In our latest CJ Poll, one of the highest concerns among voters was Social Security and Medicare, the two behemoth entitlement programs that seniors rely on after retirement.
In 1982, 40% of homes were "starter homes," meaning homes under 1,400 square feet. Only 9% of homes built in 2023 were. And it's pricing out young buyers.
Rather than attacking grandma and grandpa, GenZ should be trying to learn from them while they can.
Whatley's fortunes will come down to a successful introduction to the voters, a real slip in Cooper's positive image, and good news on the national and international front in order to improve the economy and boost Trump's (and the overall GOP) favorability.
While NC's $35 billion budget seems large, consider that spending on the state's Medicaid program ALONE spends that much, mostly through the federal government.
Like Iryna, Dominique deserved better. Hopefully this bill bearing her name can create systems and procedures that can prevent future situations where a child suffers abuse of this magnitude.
Making this program a target would be a major political mistake that would help nobody, and far more people would be up in arms than will be seen at the NCAE event on May 1.
America is the top destination for migrants in the world because we create an environment where people can thrive. And within our nation, NC is near the top. Does that make us the greatest place to be on earth? Pretty much.
Are there issues with Medicaid reimbursement rates hurting hospital bottom lines? Sure. But these costs should be out in the open so they can be dealt with honestly, not hidden behind monopoly schemes.
America is alone among developed nations in allowing the kind of disorder being tolerated on Raleigh's Glenwood South, on the Charlotte transit system, and in countless other cities.
Voters say high prices (especially in housing and health care) are top issues. And yet... they are often skeptical that increasing supply would help.
Even if they ban devices during instructional hours, the effect of constant screen time outside of class is ruining students' ability to listen, comprehend, focus, retain information, read books at their own grade level.