Jessica Thompson

The NC Constitution’s 4 unique economic-liberty clauses

We need judges and justices who faithfully interpret and apply the NC Constitution based on its text and history. Our constitutional rights, especially to economic liberty, depend on it.

Farmville officials relax food-truck regulations. That’s a win for everyone

In 2019, barbeque pitmaster Mark Shirley of Walstonburg decided to test his entrepreneurial skills by launching his own food truck business, Ole Time Smokehouse. If he succeeded, he thought, he might eventually expand into a brick-and-mortar restaurant. Ole Time Smokehouse was indeed a hit, as Shirley built up a base of loyal customers in and...