Opinion
How the State Got Railroaded
If you want a better understanding of why politicians do what they do, you have to look underneath the surface. You can’t just accept what they say.
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RALEIGH — As county commissioners consider whether to put a “transit” tax — a half-cent sales tax increase — on this year's ballot to pay for the estimated $4.6 billion rail project, the railroad companies that must provide access to their lines haven’t signed off on the proposal.