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Legislators and policy advocates debated Tuesday in Gastonia over a proposed constitutional amendment which would lower the cap on state income tax rates from 10 to 7 percent
Legislators and policy advocates debated Tuesday in Gastonia over a proposed constitutional amendment which would lower the cap on state income tax rates from 10 to 7 percent
 
Carver Heights Elementary in Goldsboro might be the next school to join the Innovative School District if the State Board of Education approves the recommendation
Carver Heights Elementary in Goldsboro might be the next school to join the Innovative School District if the State Board of Education approves the recommendation
 
Politicians and newsmakers have lately developed a penchant for the words “libel,” “slander,” and “defamation.” Oftentimes these words, salient and distinct, are used carelessly and ignorantly
Politicians and newsmakers have lately developed a penchant for the words “libel,” “slander,” and “defamation.” Oftentimes these words, salient and distinct, are used carelessly and ignorantly
 
On Wednesday, Yascha Mounk, lecturer on government at Harvard University, wrote a fascinating piece for The Atlantic regarding a new study from Stephen Hawkins, Daniel Yudkin, Miriam Juan-Torres and Tim Dixon, titled Hidden Tribes: A Study of America's Polarized Landscape.
On Wednesday, Yascha Mounk, lecturer on government at Harvard University, wrote a fascinating piece for The Atlantic regarding a new study from Stephen Hawkins, Daniel Yudkin, Miriam Juan-Torres and Tim Dixon, titled Hidden Tribes: A Study of America's Polarized Landscape.
 
It's nearly impossible to discuss the cost, access, or quality of the U.S. health care system without circling back to Medicaid - the joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to those with low incomes
It's nearly impossible to discuss the cost, access, or quality of the U.S. health care system without circling back to Medicaid - the joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to those with low incomes
 
"Hillary Clinton went out the other day in an interview with Christiane Amanpour and pretty much admitted everything I have been trying to warn people of about the American left and the Democrat Party," said Limbaugh.
"Hillary Clinton went out the other day in an interview with Christiane Amanpour and pretty much admitted everything I have been trying to warn people of about the American left and the Democrat Party," said Limbaugh.
 
On June 28, almost exactly a month after the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia convened, the 81-year-old Benjamin Franklin rose to address his fellow members.
On June 28, almost exactly a month after the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia convened, the 81-year-old Benjamin Franklin rose to address his fellow members.
 
President Trump has a superpower. His superpower is that he can irritate people into doing the dumbest things imaginable.
President Trump has a superpower. His superpower is that he can irritate people into doing the dumbest things imaginable.
 
Walmart has low prices for all kinds of products, from clothing to shoes to groceries and almost everything in between
Walmart has low prices for all kinds of products, from clothing to shoes to groceries and almost everything in between
 
N.C. Democrats have traditionally used courts as political chess pieces, but Republicans are trying - mistakenly - to turn the game in their favor by making institutional changes to boost party power, experts say
N.C. Democrats have traditionally used courts as political chess pieces, but Republicans are trying - mistakenly - to turn the game in their favor by making institutional changes to boost party power, experts say
 
Over the past few days, President Trump has rightly singled out high-ranking Democratic support for a mob mentality.
Over the past few days, President Trump has rightly singled out high-ranking Democratic support for a mob mentality.
 
Taylor Swift did something that she's never done before: she used her popstar platform to promote a political candidate, specifically the Democrat running for the U.S. Senate in Tennessee, Phil Bredesen, who could use the help after falling behind in the polls and angering his fellow left-wingers.
Taylor Swift did something that she's never done before: she used her popstar platform to promote a political candidate, specifically the Democrat running for the U.S. Senate in Tennessee, Phil Bredesen, who could use the help after falling behind in the polls and angering his fellow left-wingers.
 
Recently, the Beaufort County GOP elected to support the candidacy of Frankie Waters even though he has publicly professed an alliance with Liberals in support of Liberal issues for Beaufort County; raging, rampant tax escalations all in support of a "progressive Beaufort County".
Recently, the Beaufort County GOP elected to support the candidacy of Frankie Waters even though he has publicly professed an alliance with Liberals in support of Liberal issues for Beaufort County; raging, rampant tax escalations all in support of a "progressive Beaufort County".
 
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
 
Facebook will do just fine without my political voice, my "extreme rhetoric"; BCN going forwards gets the exclusive screed.
Facebook will do just fine without my political voice, my "extreme rhetoric"; BCN going forwards gets the exclusive screed.
 
Brett Kavanaugh made history on Sunday with his first actions as a newly sworn-in Supreme Court justice: He appointed an all-female law clerk staff.
Brett Kavanaugh made history on Sunday with his first actions as a newly sworn-in Supreme Court justice: He appointed an all-female law clerk staff.
 
The Cato Institute gave Gov. Roy Cooper an F on its Fiscal Policy Report Card
 
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
 
The fight for gun rights on campus is often contentious and generally does not favor the Second Amendment
The fight for gun rights on campus is often contentious and generally does not favor the Second Amendment
 
The chairman of the University of North Carolina System's Board of Governors says board members are still dealing with communication challenges and "high emotions," but he didn't offer details
The chairman of the University of North Carolina System's Board of Governors says board members are still dealing with communication challenges and "high emotions," but he didn't offer details
 
After a natural disaster, most people strive to restore their normal lives. But, in some cases, the return to normal might not be the best option
After a natural disaster, most people strive to restore their normal lives. But, in some cases, the return to normal might not be the best option
 
I'm a huge fan of free markets, limited government, and the promotion of individual liberty.
I'm a huge fan of free markets, limited government, and the promotion of individual liberty.
 
Two-time failed presidential candidate Hillary Clinton made head-scratching remarks in a new interview with CNN while defending her husband against the allegations of sexual misconduct that he has faced over the years.
Two-time failed presidential candidate Hillary Clinton made head-scratching remarks in a new interview with CNN while defending her husband against the allegations of sexual misconduct that he has faced over the years.
 
State Treasurer Dale Folwell is making good on a pledge from his 2016 election campaign to cut costs and boost transparency in the State Health Plan
State Treasurer Dale Folwell is making good on a pledge from his 2016 election campaign to cut costs and boost transparency in the State Health Plan
 
Hometown children's fairs are places where you can buy paintings for $10 or rice crispy treats for $3
Hometown children's fairs are places where you can buy paintings for $10 or rice crispy treats for $3
 
The race between Republican Mark Harris and Democrat Dan McCready for the 9th U.S. Congressional District is one to watch
The race between Republican Mark Harris and Democrat Dan McCready for the 9th U.S. Congressional District is one to watch
 
It should be pretty clear that carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon are not the same things
 
Fake Frankie Waters, also known as King Frankie and Zip Code Waters was the guest speaker at the September 27 Beaufort County Republican Club meeting which was held at La Bella's Italian Restaurant.
Fake Frankie Waters, also known as King Frankie and Zip Code Waters was the guest speaker at the September 27 Beaufort County Republican Club meeting which was held at La Bella's Italian Restaurant.
 
Tax reform is always a work in progress as legislators seek to raise revenue for the government without impeding the economy
Tax reform is always a work in progress as legislators seek to raise revenue for the government without impeding the economy
 
No threat of Impeachment will rankle the wise, just offered ungraciously to buoy the stupid; it is over: 50 yays, 48 nays, and one RINO voting present; Judge Kavanaugh is now Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh.
No threat of Impeachment will rankle the wise, just offered ungraciously to buoy the stupid; it is over: 50 yays, 48 nays, and one RINO voting present; Judge Kavanaugh is now Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh.
 
Gov. Roy Cooper says the urgency of dealing with Hurricane Florence recovery led him to sign executive orders re-establishing six state agencies tied up in litigation with the General Assembly
Gov. Roy Cooper says the urgency of dealing with Hurricane Florence recovery led him to sign executive orders re-establishing six state agencies tied up in litigation with the General Assembly
 
Many rural counties in the United States-including those in North Carolina-are on life support
Many rural counties in the United States-including those in North Carolina-are on life support
 
The confirmation hearings on Brett Kavanaugh were disgusting, driven by Democrats who held a vicious 36-year-old allegation of sexual assault against the Supreme Court nominee until the 11th hour and then set about tearing down a good man who'd work his whole life to achieve his dreams of serving on
The confirmation hearings on Brett Kavanaugh were disgusting, driven by Democrats who held a vicious 36-year-old allegation of sexual assault against the Supreme Court nominee until the 11th hour and then set about tearing down a good man who'd work his whole life to achieve his dreams of serving on
 
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