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During this campaign season, I'm seeing a lot of North Carolina politicians promise to address the state's economic woes by helping more young people receive university degrees. In my view, this is not a serious policy proposal. It is just political pandering.
During this campaign season, I'm seeing a lot of North Carolina politicians promise to address the state's economic woes by helping more young people receive university degrees. In my view, this is not a serious policy proposal. It is just political pandering.
 
North Carolina's lopsided vote backing a constitutional amendment to limit marriage to one man and one woman is a national body blow to Democrats and signals that social issues are very much part of the political landscape this year, supporters of Amendment One say.
North Carolina's lopsided vote backing a constitutional amendment to limit marriage to one man and one woman is a national body blow to Democrats and signals that social issues are very much part of the political landscape this year, supporters of Amendment One say.
 
The debate over the State budget's impact on public education has generated much heat and little light in the last few weeks. Democrats point to large budget reductions, personnel losses and talk of the devastating long-term consequences on students and the public schools.
The debate over the State budget's impact on public education has generated much heat and little light in the last few weeks. Democrats point to large budget reductions, personnel losses and talk of the devastating long-term consequences on students and the public schools.
 
In this season of political claims, counterclaims, and calling of names, separating truth from error or falsehood can be a challenge. When in doubt, apply the Bacon Test.
In this season of political claims, counterclaims, and calling of names, separating truth from error or falsehood can be a challenge. When in doubt, apply the Bacon Test.
 
Medicaid services not required by the federal government but approved by the state legislature in years past cost $4.4 billion in 2010-2011.
Medicaid services not required by the federal government but approved by the state legislature in years past cost $4.4 billion in 2010-2011.
 
The North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition has closed an investigation of a blogger it had accused of "practicing nutrition" without a license. The April 9 decision came five days after Carolina Journal inquired about the complaint.
The North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition has closed an investigation of a blogger it had accused of "practicing nutrition" without a license. The April 9 decision came five days after Carolina Journal inquired about the complaint.
 
Those who know me know that I am inclined towards spicy food. When at the sub shop, I order the spiciest deli meats and plenty of jalapenos.
Those who know me know that I am inclined towards spicy food. When at the sub shop, I order the spiciest deli meats and plenty of jalapenos.
 
With a controversial ballot question looming, some on the right have raised the plaintive cry that conservatives should shun "social issues."
With a controversial ballot question looming, some on the right have raised the plaintive cry that conservatives should shun "social issues."
 
Am I the only one wondering why Randy Ramsey is willing to spend so much money for a State Senate seat that only pays $13,000/year?
Am I the only one wondering why Randy Ramsey is willing to spend so much money for a State Senate seat that only pays $13,000/year?
 
When you go to the polls Tuesday (and if you have already voted) you will be voting on whether to raise property taxes in Beaufort County.
When you go to the polls Tuesday (and if you have already voted) you will be voting on whether to raise property taxes in Beaufort County.
 
The Reps. have managed to allow themselves to be out foxed at every turn when it comes to taxes.
Published: Sunday, May 6th, 2012 @ 11:23 am By: Jim Bispo
The Reps. have managed to allow themselves to be out foxed at every turn when it comes to taxes.
 
For the past several weeks, Republican primary voters have been overwhelmed with glossy mailers (last count was 15), slick TV commercials and ominous radio ads, all paid for by the Ramsey for Senate campaign.
For the past several weeks, Republican primary voters have been overwhelmed with glossy mailers (last count was 15), slick TV commercials and ominous radio ads, all paid for by the Ramsey for Senate campaign.
 
These higher-ups include Sen. (publisher's note: actually NC Rep., Speaker of the House) Thom Tillis, Sen. Phil Berger, and Sen. Harry Brown. We know this because we have the entire invitation list for the meeting they had in New Bern. Some were local businessmen and a former State legislator.
These higher-ups include Sen. (publisher's note: actually NC Rep., Speaker of the House) Thom Tillis, Sen. Phil Berger, and Sen. Harry Brown. We know this because we have the entire invitation list for the meeting they had in New Bern. Some were local businessmen and a former State legislator.
 
"With my old man I got no respect. I asked him, 'How can I get my kite in the air?' He told me to run off a cliff." - Rodney Dangerfield
"With my old man I got no respect. I asked him, 'How can I get my kite in the air?' He told me to run off a cliff." - Rodney Dangerfield
 
It appears that Williams was a partner in a company that owned land and a building occupied by a company that makes plastic medical implements, doing business as Coeur, Inc.
It appears that Williams was a partner in a company that owned land and a building occupied by a company that makes plastic medical implements, doing business as Coeur, Inc.
 
The days of cordial campaigns where worthy opponents debate the issues instead of sling mud haven't gone away completely. Take a look at the GOP primary for N.C. House District 3 as an example.
The days of cordial campaigns where worthy opponents debate the issues instead of sling mud haven't gone away completely. Take a look at the GOP primary for N.C. House District 3 as an example.
 
The majority of the Beaufort County Commissioners have indicated they will raise taxes and borrow the money to build a new jail.
The majority of the Beaufort County Commissioners have indicated they will raise taxes and borrow the money to build a new jail.
 
Campaign finance disclosures made available this week show that Randy Ramsey has outraised and outspent his chief rival, Norm Sanderson, significantly in the Republican primary in N.C. Senate District 2.
Campaign finance disclosures made available this week show that Randy Ramsey has outraised and outspent his chief rival, Norm Sanderson, significantly in the Republican primary in N.C. Senate District 2.
 
We can't trust him. And we can't trust him not because of this fabrication but because it is just one of a long string of examples that he is untrustworthy.
We can't trust him. And we can't trust him not because of this fabrication but because it is just one of a long string of examples that he is untrustworthy.
 
Have you ever wondered whether the people who pay good money to go to professional wrestling matches also vote on election day? If not, read this and then ponder that question a bit.
Have you ever wondered whether the people who pay good money to go to professional wrestling matches also vote on election day? If not, read this and then ponder that question a bit.
 
It's the last week before North Carolina's first primary. I've put it off long enough, but now I have no real alternative but to issue some fearless predictions.
It's the last week before North Carolina's first primary. I've put it off long enough, but now I have no real alternative but to issue some fearless predictions.
 
Attorneys for two associates of Gov. Bev Perdue, above, say a "massive amount of ill will" toward the governor may threaten their clients' ability to get a fair trial.
Attorneys for two associates of Gov. Bev Perdue, above, say a "massive amount of ill will" toward the governor may threaten their clients' ability to get a fair trial.
 
If you follow state politics for any length of time, you hear some version of the following assertion: North Carolina may not rank highly in elementary and secondary education, but we make up for it by having one of the best public university systems in the United States.
If you follow state politics for any length of time, you hear some version of the following assertion: North Carolina may not rank highly in elementary and secondary education, but we make up for it by having one of the best public university systems in the United States.
 
Republicans Jack Wall and Brian Brown will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 9 seat currently held by six-term Democrat Marian McLawhorn.
Republicans Jack Wall and Brian Brown will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 9 seat currently held by six-term Democrat Marian McLawhorn.
 
The foxes seem to be massing around the hen house. According to a front page article in the 5/1 edition of the WDN, the meeting called a few days ago by the EDC chairman to announce his retirement.
The foxes seem to be massing around the hen house. According to a front page article in the 5/1 edition of the WDN, the meeting called a few days ago by the EDC chairman to announce his retirement.
 
If North Carolina were a separate country, we would not fare well in key international comparisons of economic competitiveness.
If North Carolina were a separate country, we would not fare well in key international comparisons of economic competitiveness.
 
Tenure, or whatever you want to call it, is necessary and essential until we reform the way school boards operate in this state.
Tenure, or whatever you want to call it, is necessary and essential until we reform the way school boards operate in this state.
 
Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
 
Absentee voting is well underway for North Carolina's 2012 May primaries. Keep track of who's voting and where the most votes are happening, and break them down by cross-sections with the new Civitas Vote Tracker.
Absentee voting is well underway for North Carolina's 2012 May primaries. Keep track of who's voting and where the most votes are happening, and break them down by cross-sections with the new Civitas Vote Tracker.
 
I don't understand all the fuss about the proposed Buffet Rule. I think it should be the guiding principle for government at all levels.
I don't understand all the fuss about the proposed Buffet Rule. I think it should be the guiding principle for government at all levels.
 
Years ago, and indeed, the whole of history, will show that marriage has always been intended to bind a man and woman together in a special union for the purpose of procreating and raising children.
Years ago, and indeed, the whole of history, will show that marriage has always been intended to bind a man and woman together in a special union for the purpose of procreating and raising children.
 
Civitas does their usual fine job in exposing the current political climate in North Carolina through their noteworthy delivery system - "May Primary Flash Poll".
Civitas does their usual fine job in exposing the current political climate in North Carolina through their noteworthy delivery system - "May Primary Flash Poll".
 
Primary election votes are a lot more valuable than general election votes, especially in local elections. There are several reasons. There are about one third more Democrats registered than Republicans.
Primary election votes are a lot more valuable than general election votes, especially in local elections. There are several reasons. There are about one third more Democrats registered than Republicans.
 
The chief community organizer is ready to require many lenders to "swallow" a good part of their income on loan balances on houses that are "underwater".
The chief community organizer is ready to require many lenders to "swallow" a good part of their income on loan balances on houses that are "underwater".
 
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