Opinion
Cooper’s tax hikes hide beneath the surface
Changing state law to raise future tax rates amounts to a tax increase. That's true, regardless of the governor's spin.
Opinion
It’s Tax Day in North Carolina
As taxpayers rush to meet the income-tax deadline, and many in North Carolina convene at the General Assembly, state lawmakers are preparing a "gift" for them.
Opinion
They Raised Our Taxes, Again
The new 7 percent sales tax starts December 1, just in time for holiday shopping. I am sure it will help us all get into the Christmas spirit – of giving, and giving, and giving. . .
Opinion
Fleeting Thoughts on the Budget
A few random musings on the just-passed House budget plan, including the definition of a tax increase, the three Republican yes-votes, and the wrongheaded ban on UNC's Qur'an reading.
Opinion
Welcome to the Real World
Look out: Democrats have let it slip that a tax increase is on the way — again.
Opinion
Throw Taxpayers from the Train
While the state faces a budget crunch and Congress considers cutting off subsidies, Amtrak boosters in NC are pushing for two new inter-city rail routes to Asheville and Wilmington. What's next, stagecoach rides?
Opinion
Does Easley Favor More Taxes?
At a recent speech in Greensboro, the governor seemed to suggest giving localities the ability to raise sales taxes by $400 million starting in July — imposing yet more of a burden on a state economy already in serious trouble.
Opinion
Diversifying NC’s Portfolio
A major factor explaining why North Carolina’s economy has been so hard hit by the recent recession is a lack of diversity in our manufacturing base. While other states have fostered broad entrepreneurial growth, NC has bet on a few industries.
