by Thomas Mills | May 5, 2015 | Editor's Blog, Education |
In his blog yesterday, Gary Pearce wonders why North Carolina Democrats have backed off promoting education in favor of issues like income equality. An op-ed in today’s News & Observer offers a cautionary tale about cutting taxes at the expense of public...
by Erica Smith-Ingram | Apr 29, 2015 | Ads, Economy
After graduating from NC Agricultural & Technical State University, I was fortunate to be employed by Boeing working in Seattle, Washington as a Research & Design Engineer for the Defense and Space division. My experience with a major Fortune 500 corporation...
by Art Kamm | Apr 24, 2015 | Gun Control, Issues, NC Politics, NCGA |
Arthur R. (Art) Kamm, PhD has had a diverse career in cancer research, pharmaceutical product development, founder and CEO of a North Carolina corporation, and adjunct professor. Since leaving his corporate and academic pursuits he has turned to producing...
by John Wynne | Apr 24, 2015 | Carolina Strategic Analysis, Features, Social Issues, Women's Rights |
Since the GOP took the reigns of power in Raleigh, pro-choice groups in the state have suffered indignity after indignity. The latest affront came two days ago, when the State House imposed a 72-hour waiting period on those seeking abortions. The passage of HB 465...
by Thomas Mills | Apr 24, 2015 | Editor's Blog, Gay Marriage, LGBT Rights, NC Politics |
The religious freedom bill in North Carolina is dead for this session. It’s demise is a testament to how far and how fast views have changed on LGBT rights. We also saw three trends that will play out in North Carolina in coming years. First, the LGBT community has...
by Thomas Mills | Apr 23, 2015 | Economic Development, Economy, Editor's Blog, Tax Reform |
Volvo took a pass on North Carolina. John Wynne’s smart analysis gets to the heart of the matter. Companies want certainty and the in-fighting between Pat McCrory, the Senate and the House leaves them wary of locating here. And, as John notes, McCrory needs a big...
