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In recollecting 2015, I remember legendary CBS Newsman Walter Cronkite, who closed each evening's newscast by saying,
In recollecting 2015, I remember legendary CBS Newsman Walter Cronkite, who closed each evening's newscast by saying,
 
In 1984, Jim Martin and Rufus Edmisten were opponents in our state’s gubernatorial election. As with any statewide election, it was a hard fought contest, but one that can provide lessons for today.
In 1984, Jim Martin and Rufus Edmisten were opponents in our state’s gubernatorial election. As with any statewide election, it was a hard fought contest, but one that can provide lessons for today.
 
State Treasurer Janet Cowell's surprise announcement she wouldn't seek re-election left many wondering who should be the next "keeper of the public purse."
State Treasurer Janet Cowell's surprise announcement she wouldn't seek re-election left many wondering who should be the next "keeper of the public purse."
 
Unfortunately for North Carolina, a handful of large commercial fishermen and 13 coastal legislators are blocking an honest discussion about the dwindling supplies of flounder and other fish in our waters.
Unfortunately for North Carolina, a handful of large commercial fishermen and 13 coastal legislators are blocking an honest discussion about the dwindling supplies of flounder and other fish in our waters.
 
“He that will not work shall not eat (except by sickness he be disabled),” Captain John Smith told the 1609 Jamestown colonists.
“He that will not work shall not eat (except by sickness he be disabled),” Captain John Smith told the 1609 Jamestown colonists.
 
That's the question North Carolinians should be asking our legislators concerning the budget they just passed. Lawmakers came to Raleigh in January with the primary task of setting a new two-year budget prior to the beginning of the state fiscal year July 1.
That's the question North Carolinians should be asking our legislators concerning the budget they just passed. Lawmakers came to Raleigh in January with the primary task of setting a new two-year budget prior to the beginning of the state fiscal year July 1.
 
There's something for everyone to dislike in the Medicaid Reform bill passed this week.
 
North Carolina has been talking for years about fixing failing schools, but so far it is mostly talk.
North Carolina has been talking for years about fixing failing schools, but so far it is mostly talk.
 
When I was a boy we could walk out on the shore of our Neuse River summer home, cast out a line on a rod and reel and catch enough good-sized Croakers for supper in about an hour.
When I was a boy we could walk out on the shore of our Neuse River summer home, cast out a line on a rod and reel and catch enough good-sized Croakers for supper in about an hour.
 
It has been four years since Republicans took control of our legislature. They now control all three branches of state government.
It has been four years since Republicans took control of our legislature. They now control all three branches of state government.
 
Seventy years ago on August 14, 1945, America and its Allies observed V-J Day, the end of World War II.
Seventy years ago on August 14, 1945, America and its Allies observed V-J Day, the end of World War II.
 
It is understandable how public employees may feel like punching bags. They are subject to jabs claiming there are too many of them on the public dole, that they don’t work hard, don’t get much done and are overpaid.
It is understandable how public employees may feel like punching bags. They are subject to jabs claiming there are too many of them on the public dole, that they don’t work hard, don’t get much done and are overpaid.
 
Two weeks into the hearing over North Carolina’s 2013 election laws, we have reached some conclusions.
Two weeks into the hearing over North Carolina’s 2013 election laws, we have reached some conclusions.
 
Is it just me or have we come to a time when people can say anything they want with no sense of remorse of concern for others?
Is it just me or have we come to a time when people can say anything they want with no sense of remorse of concern for others?
 
Many cheered when the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that independent redistricting commissions are Constitutional.
Many cheered when the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that independent redistricting commissions are Constitutional.
 
We expect an announcement soon that Superior Court Judge Howard “Howdy” Manning, Jr. will be retiring upon reaching the mandatory judicial retirement age.
We expect an announcement soon that Superior Court Judge Howard “Howdy” Manning, Jr. will be retiring upon reaching the mandatory judicial retirement age.
 
Few are surprised our legislature came up to the deadline to pass a new state budget and was forced to pass a continuing resolution. It’s a regular occurrence.
Few are surprised our legislature came up to the deadline to pass a new state budget and was forced to pass a continuing resolution. It’s a regular occurrence.
 
When the framers of our state’s Constitution were assigning duties and responsibilities to the various branches of government they wisely delegated to the voters decision-making responsibility for should government incurring debt.
When the framers of our state’s Constitution were assigning duties and responsibilities to the various branches of government they wisely delegated to the voters decision-making responsibility for should government incurring debt.
 
No one in authority has said why both houses of our legislature mysteriously, rapidly and overwhelmingly passed modifications to their 2013 election law changes or why Governor McCrory just as unceremoniously signed them into law.
No one in authority has said why both houses of our legislature mysteriously, rapidly and overwhelmingly passed modifications to their 2013 election law changes or why Governor McCrory just as unceremoniously signed them into law.
 
Just when we were beginning to trust that North Carolina's Medicaid program was better managed and actually spending within its allocated budget we learned the program hasn't been paying doctors and hospitals what they are owed.
Just when we were beginning to trust that North Carolina's Medicaid program was better managed and actually spending within its allocated budget we learned the program hasn't been paying doctors and hospitals what they are owed.
 
Yogi Berra once said, “When you come to a fork in the road, take it.”
 
They burned the American flag this week at Douglas Elementary School in Raleigh, not in any show of protest but as a symbol of patriotism and honor.
They burned the American flag this week at Douglas Elementary School in Raleigh, not in any show of protest but as a symbol of patriotism and honor.
 
After 31 years living in the same home my wife and I decided to downsize and simplify our lives. The maelstrom we got as a result was frustrating, time consuming, expensive and anything but simple.
After 31 years living in the same home my wife and I decided to downsize and simplify our lives. The maelstrom we got as a result was frustrating, time consuming, expensive and anything but simple.
 
Don’t you find it interesting the ways ideologues and politicians respond to news happenings? Interesting, but disappointing. We keep hearing the same old song repeated over and over.
Don’t you find it interesting the ways ideologues and politicians respond to news happenings? Interesting, but disappointing. We keep hearing the same old song repeated over and over.
 
Everyone can remember one or more teachers who had a significant impact on their life.
Everyone can remember one or more teachers who had a significant impact on their life.
 
When North Carolina "popped the cork" on the alcohol limit in beers sold in our state we saw an immediate increase in diversity and choices, with an explosion of some 140 breweries.
When North Carolina "popped the cork" on the alcohol limit in beers sold in our state we saw an immediate increase in diversity and choices, with an explosion of some 140 breweries.
 
In our “us-versus-them” partisan culture it is rare to find an issue on which there is unanimous consensus but Governor Pat McCrory has identified one. North Carolina has not adequately built or maintained its public infrastructure for decades.
In our “us-versus-them” partisan culture it is rare to find an issue on which there is unanimous consensus but Governor Pat McCrory has identified one. North Carolina has not adequately built or maintained its public infrastructure for decades.
 
Wouldn't it be reasonable to assume that if we discuss a problem long enough we can come up with a solution? It doesn't work that way with public policy issues, especially in the selection of judges.
Wouldn't it be reasonable to assume that if we discuss a problem long enough we can come up with a solution? It doesn't work that way with public policy issues, especially in the selection of judges.
 
North Carolina has transformed from the Pepsi Generation to the Pepto population. In 1950, the median age in our state was 26.5 years. By 1981, it was almost 30 and the N.C. Division of Aging and Adult Services reports it as 36.9 years in 2009.
North Carolina has transformed from the Pepsi Generation to the Pepto population. In 1950, the median age in our state was 26.5 years. By 1981, it was almost 30 and the N.C. Division of Aging and Adult Services reports it as 36.9 years in 2009.
 
We got a refresher lesson in civics this week; one we hope will stick in our memories for many years.
 
After this hard winter students, parents and educators were all looking forward to the traditional spring break, but instead of rest and relaxation many were upset to learn their schools scheduled make-up days during the period.
After this hard winter students, parents and educators were all looking forward to the traditional spring break, but instead of rest and relaxation many were upset to learn their schools scheduled make-up days during the period.
 
You don't have to watch House of Cards on Netflix to witness political drama, intrigue and raw power plays.
You don't have to watch House of Cards on Netflix to witness political drama, intrigue and raw power plays.
 
As Republicans begin their fourth year leading our state legislature it is fair to assess how they and we are doing under their control.
As Republicans begin their fourth year leading our state legislature it is fair to assess how they and we are doing under their control.
 
Perhaps you have been listening to the yays and nays concerning the net neutrality decision of the FCC, which also gave the City of Wilson permission to expand their Greenlight Internet service.
Perhaps you have been listening to the yays and nays concerning the net neutrality decision of the FCC, which also gave the City of Wilson permission to expand their Greenlight Internet service.
 
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