As Carolina Journal Radio marks its 300th program, we look back at some of the leading thinkers and leaders who’ve appeared on the show. You’ll hear comments about politics, policy, and history from luminaries such as Newt Gingrich, William Kristol, Walter Williams, Peggy Noonan, Fred Barnes, and P.J. O’Rourke. Then we turn to the changing media landscape. John Locke Foundation President John Hood explains the factors changing the business plan for media organizations and discusses why many publications and web sites now report the news from a specific ideological point of view. Hood says it’s not unprecedented and explains how the Carolina Journal franchise is responding to the demand for freedom-friendly news and commentary about North Carolina. Next, some state lawmakers want to spend another $20 million in taxpayer funds to help local school districts offer healthier food in their elementary school cafeterias. But one lawmaker, Rep. Rick Glazier (D-Cumberland), questioned the spending proposal in a recent public meeting. You’ll hear his concerns, along with the response of supporters such as Rep. Doug Yongue (D-Scotland). That’s followed by a look at this session’s legislative priorities as lawmakers face one of the most difficult years in terms of fiscal matters. You’ll hear the priorities of Senate President Pro Tem Marc Basnight (D-Dare) and House Speaker Joe Hackney (D-Orange). Both legislative leaders will discuss their ideas about taxes and spending. And finally, John Locke Foundation Education Policy Analyst Terry Stoops discusses President Barack Obama’s view of public education and the potential impact of the Obama administration on issues such as choice, charters, teacher unions, and the No Child Left Behind law.