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If we can allow ourselves to tune out the many distractions coming out of Washington (and Raleigh), we might be able to tune into the number one domestic issue of our time - healthcare
If we can allow ourselves to tune out the many distractions coming out of Washington (and Raleigh), we might be able to tune into the number one domestic issue of our time - healthcare
 
When Republicans were in the minority in North Carolina's political power structure they frequently complained that Democrats were like a broken record.
When Republicans were in the minority in North Carolina's political power structure they frequently complained that Democrats were like a broken record.
 
North Carolina's Constitution is essentially a social contract between the people and its government
North Carolina's Constitution is essentially a social contract between the people and its government
 
State Treasurer Dale Folwell isn't known to mince words and in a recent NC SPIN interview he reported North Carolina has made promises to present and retired state employees we are presently unable to pay
State Treasurer Dale Folwell isn't known to mince words and in a recent NC SPIN interview he reported North Carolina has made promises to present and retired state employees we are presently unable to pay
 
The recurring HB2 nightmare will celebrate a birthday next month with no end in sight
The recurring HB2 nightmare will celebrate a birthday next month with no end in sight
 
North Carolina is failing far too many children, especially those "at-risk."
 
Trusted Trump advisor Steve Bannon fired the latest salvo in the war against the news media, calling them the "opposition party," suggesting the media should be "embarrassed and humiliated and keep its mouth shut and just listen for a while."
Trusted Trump advisor Steve Bannon fired the latest salvo in the war against the news media, calling them the "opposition party," suggesting the media should be "embarrassed and humiliated and keep its mouth shut and just listen for a while."
 
When the phone rings at 3 a.m. it's a safe bet it's not good news, especially when a police officer is on the other end of the call
When the phone rings at 3 a.m. it's a safe bet it's not good news, especially when a police officer is on the other end of the call
 
The year has just begun, yet it feels as if someone pushed a big "pause" button within state government
The year has just begun, yet it feels as if someone pushed a big "pause" button within state government
 
We have just witnessed one of the most divisive election campaigns in history, one that saw partisans on all sides spinning narratives to best benefit their candidates and positions
We have just witnessed one of the most divisive election campaigns in history, one that saw partisans on all sides spinning narratives to best benefit their candidates and positions
 
To assess Pat McCrory's four years as governor we must begin in 2012. McCrory was a popular, moderate Charlotte Mayor, leading the Queen City during a time of explosive growth
To assess Pat McCrory's four years as governor we must begin in 2012. McCrory was a popular, moderate Charlotte Mayor, leading the Queen City during a time of explosive growth
 
The best word to describe the year 2016 is unsettling. We barely had time to break our New Year's resolutions before the year crashed down on us
The best word to describe the year 2016 is unsettling. We barely had time to break our New Year's resolutions before the year crashed down on us
 
Power plays are seldom pretty. Republicans have the political power in our state, but just because you have power doesn't mean you have to use it
Power plays are seldom pretty. Republicans have the political power in our state, but just because you have power doesn't mean you have to use it
 
Once again North Carolina made national news and once again it wasn't favorable
Once again North Carolina made national news and once again it wasn't favorable
 
One cold December day a few years ago I volunteered to ring the bell to collect money for the Salvation Army
One cold December day a few years ago I volunteered to ring the bell to collect money for the Salvation Army
 
What can we expect when Roy Cooper becomes the 75th Governor of North Carolina on January 5th? Cooper is the most experienced and knowledgeable officeholder we've seen in decades, having served in leadership roles in the legislature and as our Attorney General
What can we expect when Roy Cooper becomes the 75th Governor of North Carolina on January 5th? Cooper is the most experienced and knowledgeable officeholder we've seen in decades, having served in leadership roles in the legislature and as our Attorney General
 
Four weeks following the November 8th election and just five weeks before elected officials are due to be sworn into office we still don't know the final outcomes of two statewide and several legislative races
Four weeks following the November 8th election and just five weeks before elected officials are due to be sworn into office we still don't know the final outcomes of two statewide and several legislative races
 
These limericks can be read or sung to the traditional song "Over the River."
These limericks can be read or sung to the traditional song "Over the River."
 
If you think our young people aren't hearing and mirroring the hatred and divisiveness of our culture, think again
If you think our young people aren't hearing and mirroring the hatred and divisiveness of our culture, think again
 
We will be dissecting Tuesday's elections for months to come but there are some immediate takeaways from the outcomes. With three notable exceptions it was a great year for Republicans in North Carolina
We will be dissecting Tuesday's elections for months to come but there are some immediate takeaways from the outcomes. With three notable exceptions it was a great year for Republicans in North Carolina
 
Come Tuesday night (or soon after) we should know the outcomes of the long and contentious 2016 elections. It has been the subject of frequent conversations, dominated our news cycles, filled both our email and snail mailboxes and loaded our voicemails
Come Tuesday night (or soon after) we should know the outcomes of the long and contentious 2016 elections. It has been the subject of frequent conversations, dominated our news cycles, filled both our email and snail mailboxes and loaded our voicemails
 
What would Thomas Jefferson and John Adams think about the 2016 elections? We had a marvelous opportunity to get insights into their views at a mock debate between two scholars portraying them this week at the NC Museum of History.
What would Thomas Jefferson and John Adams think about the 2016 elections? We had a marvelous opportunity to get insights into their views at a mock debate between two scholars portraying them this week at the NC Museum of History.
 
Wherever you go the overwhelming sentiment is that people can't wait until this election is over
Wherever you go the overwhelming sentiment is that people can't wait until this election is over
 
Momma always said, "Don't wish your life away" whenever I, as a young boy, would declare I couldn't wait until Christmas or my birthday. But even momma would agree with me that I can't wait until November 9th when this election is over.
Momma always said, "Don't wish your life away" whenever I, as a young boy, would declare I couldn't wait until Christmas or my birthday. But even momma would agree with me that I can't wait until November 9th when this election is over.
 
The first step in resolving any conflict or problem is to admit that you have one. Let's admit that we have a race problem. Not only is it divisive, but it is killing us - literally and figuratively - impeding our progress and overall welfare
The first step in resolving any conflict or problem is to admit that you have one. Let's admit that we have a race problem. Not only is it divisive, but it is killing us - literally and figuratively - impeding our progress and overall welfare
 
As a longtime critic of televised political debates I feel compelled to applaud Monday night's debate between our two presidential candidates
As a longtime critic of televised political debates I feel compelled to applaud Monday night's debate between our two presidential candidates
 
Both HB2 and the Charlotte ordinance that preceded it were solutions in search of a problem. We've yet to see certifiable evidence that Charlotte had significant or quantifiable transgender discrimination problems. It was political pandering to a liberal support base
Both HB2 and the Charlotte ordinance that preceded it were solutions in search of a problem. We've yet to see certifiable evidence that Charlotte had significant or quantifiable transgender discrimination problems. It was political pandering to a liberal support base
 
It is fascinating that foreign policy, defense, healthcare, tax reform, government gridlock, human rights, the national debt or even violence and terrorism issues have taken a back seat to the topic of immigration in this election
It is fascinating that foreign policy, defense, healthcare, tax reform, government gridlock, human rights, the national debt or even violence and terrorism issues have taken a back seat to the topic of immigration in this election
 
This strange election cycle has focused too much on personalities and too little on issues, but sooner or later we have to believe the campaigns will shift to a real discussion about issues
This strange election cycle has focused too much on personalities and too little on issues, but sooner or later we have to believe the campaigns will shift to a real discussion about issues
 
We get caught up in the personalities running for office, often losing sight of the issues that should be the focus of the campaigns.
We get caught up in the personalities running for office, often losing sight of the issues that should be the focus of the campaigns.
 
Politicians make promises. It's what they do. Candidates often promise bold and grandiose actions to get your vote and win their elections. Some sound appealing, but are they realistic and attainable?
Politicians make promises. It's what they do. Candidates often promise bold and grandiose actions to get your vote and win their elections. Some sound appealing, but are they realistic and attainable?
 
Let us settle for all time the question whether there is bias in the media.
Let us settle for all time the question whether there is bias in the media.
 
With fewer than 90 days before the November 8th elections it is fitting to consider who can and will vote and what can be done to encourage voter turnout
With fewer than 90 days before the November 8th elections it is fitting to consider who can and will vote and what can be done to encourage voter turnout
 
"America has a heart problem," proclaimed Reverend William Barber at the recent Democratic National Convention. Combining the words and style of an old-time revivalist with a modern-day prophet, Barber stirred the audience and reverberated across America
"America has a heart problem," proclaimed Reverend William Barber at the recent Democratic National Convention. Combining the words and style of an old-time revivalist with a modern-day prophet, Barber stirred the audience and reverberated across America
 
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