Opinion
Wood reminded us why America is special, different
The late historian of America's revolutionary era documented the founders' commitment to liberty, equality, and constitutionalism.
News
Remembering Gordon Wood, 1933-2026
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author and American historian Gordon Wood (1933-2026) delivered a 2007 speech for the John Locke Foundation on key lessons from the American Revolution.
Opinion
A much needed Thanksgiving perspective
“Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor—and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me “to recommend to the People of the United States a...
Opinion
Free enterprise is the American Way
North Carolina is one of our country’s economic powerhouses. Blessed with a favorable business climate and a creative, hard-working population, our state is home to many thriving companies that export goods and services all over the world. Trade is integral to our economy. Most North Carolinians, like most Americans, generally favor free trade. But a...
Opinion
On becoming a political advertiser
Upset by ideas you consider objectionable? The proper remedy is neither government restrictions on political speech nor heavy-handed policies by social-media platforms.
Opinion
Moralistic Monday morning quarterbacking
The 1619 Project is not history but an assault on history, a poisoning of any historical discussions for the purpose of intimidation and power for today’s ruling class. Similarly, the violent destruction of memorials that our ancestors erected (to honor people they knew much better than we do) follows the venerable game-plan of communists and...
Opinion
North Carolinians can be proud of their history
While North Carolina suffered under slavery and segregation for far too long, the courage of students from N.C. A&T State University transformed the trajectory of our state and nation.
Opinion
Community colleges deliver great value
If the goal of raising educational attainment is to enhance human capital, then it would be a mistake to focus too narrowly on university campuses.
Podcast
Gov. Perdue Ramps Up Criticism of Legislature
John Hood on Gov. Perdue as a lame duck; David Hartgen on Wake County's transit plan; Dallas Woodhouse refutes myths about state budget; Mark McNeilly on George Washington's leadership; Terry Stoops on Superintendent of Public Instruction race
Opinion
When Washington Started a War
It was the war that made America, and George Washington was involved right from the beginning. But don’t think Trenton or Yorktown.
Opinion
No. 121: The Mysterious History of Worlds Together, Worlds Apart
• Robert L. Tignor, et al: Worlds Together, Worlds Apart; W.W. Norton & Co.; 2002; 462pp.; $62.50
