by Walt de Vries | Mar 7, 2016 | 2016 Elections, National Politics, Predictions, Presidential race |
Ready for a “probability—not conspiracy” theory? It’s a father-like-son story about George Romney and son, Mitt. You see, in 1967-68 when George was Governor of Michigan, he wanted to become President of the United States and for a while his chances against Richard...
by Alexander H. Jones | Mar 3, 2016 | 2016 Elections, National Politics, Predictions, Presidential race |
Caught in the drama of winner-take-all states, North Carolina’s Republican primary has been relatively under-examined. But the fact that the race has been overlooked doesn’t mean it is unimportant. The ninth-largest state has a wealth of delegates to offer. For what...
by John Wynne | May 28, 2015 | Carolina Strategic Analysis, Features, NC Politics, NCGA, NCGov, Predictions |
Hoping that Governor McCrory will veto bills relating to magistrates and ag-gag? You’re likely to be disappointed. The magistrates bill, which would allow magistrates to opt-out of performing gay marriages if it violates a “sincerely-held religious...
by John Wynne | Apr 23, 2015 | 2016 Elections, Carolina Strategic Analysis, Features, Predictions |
Even though the General Assembly is currently debating contentious issues like abortion restrictions, strengthening E-verify requirements, and religious freedom bills, I thought I’d focus today on national politics. To that end, I have two predictions: 1. The...
by John Wynne | Apr 8, 2015 | 2016 Elections, Carolina Strategic Analysis, Features, National Politics, Predictions |
Even though Rand Paul got his day in the sun yesterday with his presidential announcement, his bid for the White House is a longshot. That’s because, next to Ted Cruz, he’s the guy towards which the GOP establishment has the most animus. While some suspect...
by John Wynne | Jan 2, 2015 | Carolina Strategic Analysis, Features, NC Politics, Predictions |
The year 2014 was a mixed bag when it came to my predictions. So, at the risk of looking foolish once again, here are ten predictions for 2015 – some safe, some not: 1. Governor McCrory will use the phrase “steppin’ on toes” no less than 20...
