Opinion
Looking back while looking toward new year’s political battles
A 70-year-old text on political philosophy still teaches valuable lessons.
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NC poll reveals partisan split on health of democracy
A recent Catawba College-YouGov survey reveals a significant divide in how North Carolinians perceive the health of American democracy, with partisan swings playing a major role
Opinion
Democracy is not a virtue
Unchecked majority rule in a democracy can erode liberty just as surely as a tyrant.
Opinion
Is Democracy on the ballot in 2024?
It appears that the "democracy is at risk" message was projection, as the Democrat elite bided their time until after the primaries to replace President Biden in the November race.
Opinion
Deja vu all over again for NC’s 3rd parties
An ugly tactic — that of a major party trying to bully third-party candidates off the ballot to improve their own chances — has returned in North Carolina.
News
Friday Interview: Democracy and Political Ignorance
RALEIGH — If you’ve ever questioned the quality of our politicians and their policies, you might want to consult the work of Ilya Somin, professor of law at George Mason University. During a recent speech at Campbell University, Somin offered highlights from his forthcoming book Democracy and Political Ignorance. Somin discussed the book with Mitch Kokai for Carolina Journal Radio.
Opinion
To Vote — or Not to Vote
That's the question in many North Carolina communities: whether big construction projects should require a public referendum.
Opinion
America’s Greatest Democracy
While some focus on bringing electoral processes to Iraq, the greatest democratic gift to the country would be American capitalism.
