At Carolina Journal we have been covering N.C. news for more than 20 years. More than ever, we see the blurring lines between strategic messaging and healthy debate, individual freedom, and governmental mandates. When you dig into our work you will find compelling stories about real people fighting for their…
This summer has been one of reflection and recovery after last year’s runaway train of riots and pandemic panic. At Carolina Journal, we’re examining and debating the hard issues our nation and state have faced over the past 18 months. Whether your challenge has been a closed business, a closed…
On the cover • Four areas of focus • All gone: Pandemic, shutdowns have staggered tourism and imperiled communities across rural North Carolina News • Legislative leaders, governor announce deal on rural broadband funding, Page 2 • John Locke Foundation and Civitas Institute combine capabilities, Page 3 • Quick…
On the cover • Election 2020: It’s a wrap … mostly • Politicians aren’t born; they’re trained News • Boosting public employee unions would cost plenty, study says, Page 2 • Quick Takes, Page 3 • Gunther declared ineligible to sit as state judge, thanks to Carolina Journal, Page…
On the cover • Election 2020: They came, they voted, they won News • Quick takes, Page 3 • No thanks, governor. Local governments push back against lockdown letter, Page 4 • Election 2020: Low tide for Democrats, Page 5 • Election 2020: Republicans got out and voted on…
On the cover • Pay attention! Outcome of N.C. Supreme Court races could alter political landscape for years News • Graduation rates continue to increase, Page 2 • Quick Takes, Pages 3-5 • Governor’s lawsuit against Rules Review Commission could unleash executive power, experts say, Page 6 • Cooper’s permission…
