Opinion
David McCullough and the rise of popular history
McCullough is well known for his books, but his voice also helped propel history to the masses.
Opinion
What we celebrate on July 4
As we once again commemorate the formal birth of the United States, it’s important to think about what makes America exceptional — what makes it, despite evident flaws, so worthy of our loyalty and affection. American exceptionalism isn’t about our country’s vast expanse and bounty of resources. Nor do we venerate the Founding as if...
Opinion
North Carolina must do more to protect property owners
Kelo v. City of New London is one of the worst modern U.S. Supreme Court decisions. The 2005 high court case may not mean a lot to non-lawyers or to those not in a public policy field, but the 5-4 decision allowed for private property to be seized and transferred to another private party in...
Opinion
Our revolution needs constant care
Each of us has a role to play in winding, adjusting, and repairing the clockwork of constitutional government — it’s the gift we should all give our country on its birthday.
Opinion
Good citizenship requires skepticism
When trying to answer a question of fact, we tend to follow the lead of sources whose political views we share. When the “other team” offers a factual proposition, we discount it.
