You Decide: What Do Interest Rates Tell Us?
By Mike Walden
We have a love-hate relationship with interest rates, especially in terms of their level. Investors in interest-paying investments like CDs (certificates...
OP-ED: School Board Continues Silence After Racial Political Attack On First Black Lt. Governor
By Michelle Antoine It is a special time every January when we celebrate the great, late Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King’s tireless...
You Decide: Will North Carolina Be The New Leader In Energy?
By Mike Walden
Although there are debates about the speed and details, it is clear that an energy transition is taking place. Not unlike...
Social Security Matters – Should I Claim Social Security At 62?
By AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor
Association of Mature American Citizens
Ask Rusty – Should I Claim Social Security at 62?
Dear Rusty: I'm looking...
We Need More Housing Options
By John Hood
RALEIGH — As post-COVID shifts in work arrangements and living preferences continue to motivate many Americans to relocate, North Carolina will...
Latest Job Numbers Look Promising
By JOHN HOOD
RALEIGH — For inveterate optimists, the past several months have been excruciating. A global pandemic has produced great suffering and death. A...
Listening Is An Important Part Of Leading & Governing
Capitol Columns
By Brad Crone
The best leaders are those who can listen, comprehend what people are saying and then lead people to a solution.
The actions...
Governor Cooper Op-Ed: The Path To A Stronger, Healthier Future For North Carolina
Op-Ed By Governor Roy Cooper
This pandemic has affected every corner of our state, including our state budget needs. For many families, it has also...
Left Is Damaging Public Education
By JOHN HOOD
RALEIGH — “One of the most unhappy series of events in the state’s history began in 1835,” stated a textbook used in...
You Decide: Is Higher Education Facing A Reset?
By Mike Walden
I spent all of my professional career – totaling 43 years – in higher education. When I joined the faculty of...
