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The recent skirmish between the State Board of Education and Superintendent for Public Instruction is yet another reminder of the longstanding debate about just who is in charge of public education in our state.
The recent skirmish between the State Board of Education and Superintendent for Public Instruction is yet another reminder of the longstanding debate about just who is in charge of public education in our state.
 
NBA megastar LeBron James attempted to explain his shocking remarks about free speech, Hong Kong, and China on Monday night but ended up digging himself in a deeper hole.
NBA megastar LeBron James attempted to explain his shocking remarks about free speech, Hong Kong, and China on Monday night but ended up digging himself in a deeper hole.
 
If you think very rich people pay a lower share of their income in taxes than you do, you are very likely to vote for Democrats and to support a range of government interventions in the economy.
If you think very rich people pay a lower share of their income in taxes than you do, you are very likely to vote for Democrats and to support a range of government interventions in the economy.
 
In a long-awaited decision, federal trial judge Allison Burroughs has ruled that, while Harvard does consider a student’s race in determining who gets in and who doesn’t (“the use of race in and of itself is admitted”), nonetheless Harvard is not breaking the law.
In a long-awaited decision, federal trial judge Allison Burroughs has ruled that, while Harvard does consider a student’s race in determining who gets in and who doesn’t (“the use of race in and of itself is admitted”), nonetheless Harvard is not breaking the law.
 
It makes little sense for American investors to risk their money on shadowy companies, as this op-ed points out
It makes little sense for American investors to risk their money on shadowy companies, as this op-ed points out
 
NBA megastar LeBron James cowered to the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Monday while talking to reporters about the backlash that Houston Rockets’ General Manager Daryl Morey received for advocating for Hong Kong’s freedom.
NBA megastar LeBron James cowered to the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Monday while talking to reporters about the backlash that Houston Rockets’ General Manager Daryl Morey received for advocating for Hong Kong’s freedom.
 
Within moments of arriving at the scene, a highly trained K-9 'detective' went to work — you'll never believe where the child was found
Within moments of arriving at the scene, a highly trained K-9 'detective' went to work — you'll never believe where the child was found
 
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) criticized his Democratic primary rival, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg, on Monday after Buttigieg referred to a federally mandated gun buyback program as a form of “confiscation.”
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) criticized his Democratic primary rival, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg, on Monday after Buttigieg referred to a federally mandated gun buyback program as a form of “confiscation.”
 
Coastal communities are no strangers to the heavy winds and the massive storm surges hurricanes bring.
Coastal communities are no strangers to the heavy winds and the massive storm surges hurricanes bring.
 
To create yummy meals that satisfy and nourish, here's how to work with the colors, flavors and smells of this year's autumn harvest
To create yummy meals that satisfy and nourish, here's how to work with the colors, flavors and smells of this year's autumn harvest
 
When Cheri Beasley and Paul Newby face each other in the 2020 campaign for N.C. Supreme Court chief justice, it’s unlikely that they will spend much time bashing each other’s records.
When Cheri Beasley and Paul Newby face each other in the 2020 campaign for N.C. Supreme Court chief justice, it’s unlikely that they will spend much time bashing each other’s records.
 
On Sunday, ABC’s “This Week” played a Saturday-taped interview with former Secretary of Defense General James Mattis.
On Sunday, ABC’s “This Week” played a Saturday-taped interview with former Secretary of Defense General James Mattis.
 
An 84-year-old Korean War-era vet was reinstated to his position on Columbus Day after he'd been dismissed and had his guns taken away due to a misunderstanding
An 84-year-old Korean War-era vet was reinstated to his position on Columbus Day after he'd been dismissed and had his guns taken away due to a misunderstanding
 
The N.C. Department of Transportation is running out of gas.
 
On Sunday, CBS’ “Face the Nation” host Margaret Brennan played a Saturday-taped interview with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX).
On Sunday, CBS’ “Face the Nation” host Margaret Brennan played a Saturday-taped interview with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX).
 
A new poll from Meredith College shows 40% of North Carolinians would rather vote for someone who’s randomly selected from a phone book than for President Trump.
A new poll from Meredith College shows 40% of North Carolinians would rather vote for someone who’s randomly selected from a phone book than for President Trump.
 
Intel Chairman Adam Schiff, Ca., well renowned as a liar and a leaker of sensitive information, the first American legislator to conduct an Impeachment hearing ostensibly in secret, has, according to multiple news sources, unilaterally decided to not bring the so-called "Whistle Blower" to testify.
Intel Chairman Adam Schiff, Ca., well renowned as a liar and a leaker of sensitive information, the first American legislator to conduct an Impeachment hearing ostensibly in secret, has, according to multiple news sources, unilaterally decided to not bring the so-called "Whistle Blower" to testify.
 
Amid mourning and outrage from community members, the Fort Worth Police Department released body camera footage on Sunday of a tragic officer-involved shooting in which a white officer shot and killed a black woman in her own home after a reported “non-emergency” call from a neighbor.
Amid mourning and outrage from community members, the Fort Worth Police Department released body camera footage on Sunday of a tragic officer-involved shooting in which a white officer shot and killed a black woman in her own home after a reported “non-emergency” call from a neighbor.
 
The John Locke Foundation is approaching its 30th anniversary, and the Republican majority in the General Assembly is halfway through its fifth session.
The John Locke Foundation is approaching its 30th anniversary, and the Republican majority in the General Assembly is halfway through its fifth session.
 
Friday afternoon viewers of the Fox News Channel were in for a shock when Fox News anchor Shepard Smith announced that he is stepping down from the network.
Friday afternoon viewers of the Fox News Channel were in for a shock when Fox News anchor Shepard Smith announced that he is stepping down from the network.
 
Let me be clear, before I get too far into this piece, that I’m a big fan of good health. I try to eat right, I work out or run about every day, and, even at my advanced age, consider myself physically fit.
Let me be clear, before I get too far into this piece, that I’m a big fan of good health. I try to eat right, I work out or run about every day, and, even at my advanced age, consider myself physically fit.
 
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) announced on Monday that she will be participating in the upcoming Democratic National Committee (DNC) presidential primary debate after publicly considering boycotting the event.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) announced on Monday that she will be participating in the upcoming Democratic National Committee (DNC) presidential primary debate after publicly considering boycotting the event.
 
Reports of declining community college graduation rates and the lack of skilled workers have led policymakers and college leaders to sound the alarm
Reports of declining community college graduation rates and the lack of skilled workers have led policymakers and college leaders to sound the alarm
 
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.
 
In 2012, 92 percent of North Carolina workers commuted to their place of employment by automobile. By 2018, that share had dipped to 90 percent.
In 2012, 92 percent of North Carolina workers commuted to their place of employment by automobile. By 2018, that share had dipped to 90 percent.
 
The White House issued a statement Monday condemning a graphic parody video showing President Donald Trump shooting members of the media, Democrats, and activist groups, which played at the American Priority Conference over the weekend
The White House issued a statement Monday condemning a graphic parody video showing President Donald Trump shooting members of the media, Democrats, and activist groups, which played at the American Priority Conference over the weekend
 
President Donald Trump has unleashed a pair of new strategies to gain leverage over recalcitrant GOP lawmakers in Congress: Flirt with the Democrats and force the hand of Congress through orchestrated crisis.
President Donald Trump has unleashed a pair of new strategies to gain leverage over recalcitrant GOP lawmakers in Congress: Flirt with the Democrats and force the hand of Congress through orchestrated crisis.
 
On Thursday morning, Democratic presidential hopeful Tulsi Gabbard posted a video to social media calling foul on the corporate media and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) attempting to “rig” the 2020 primary
On Thursday morning, Democratic presidential hopeful Tulsi Gabbard posted a video to social media calling foul on the corporate media and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) attempting to “rig” the 2020 primary
 
The University of North Carolina System and Vidant Health — the eight-hospital system that holds a close relationship with East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine — have settled a months-long turf war.
The University of North Carolina System and Vidant Health — the eight-hospital system that holds a close relationship with East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine — have settled a months-long turf war.
 
The ongoing pro-democracy demonstrations in Hong Kong turned violent overnight as police began using live rounds, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse gathered crowds ahead of celebrations marking the 70th birthday of the Chinese Communist Party.
The ongoing pro-democracy demonstrations in Hong Kong turned violent overnight as police began using live rounds, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse gathered crowds ahead of celebrations marking the 70th birthday of the Chinese Communist Party.
 
College admissions standards are meant to determine whether a student is academically prepared to succeed at college.
 
In a report published on Tuesday, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention listed cases of gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis at an all-time high across the United States.
In a report published on Tuesday, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention listed cases of gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis at an all-time high across the United States.
 
Each week, staff at Carolina Journal looks back at the week in N.C. politics and chooses what we think are some interesting, relevant stories you may have missed. Here’s a week in review
Each week, staff at Carolina Journal looks back at the week in N.C. politics and chooses what we think are some interesting, relevant stories you may have missed. Here’s a week in review
 
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