By Leah Byers There are many problems with using the national average teacher pay as the sole benchmark of success in North Carolina. Instead of aiming for the ... Keep Reading
Lowering the Tax Cap is a Step in the Right Direction
--Leah Byers This November, North Carolina voters will decide on a constitutional amendment to lower the state’s cap on income taxes to 7 percent from its current level of 10 ... Keep Reading
Charlotte City Council and RNC 2020 – Civitalk, Episode 1
Join us for our inaugural episode of Civitalk with your new hosts Brooke Medina and Ray Nothstine. Together, we will explore the intersection of culture and civics, unpacking the ... Keep Reading
General Assembly Tries to Resolve Details of Constitutional Amendment Ballot Questions
-Leah Byers Yesterday, the General Assembly convened a special session to make changes to the process by which constitutional amendments appear on the ballot. During ... Keep Reading
In Memoriam: Allen Bean, 1960-2018
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Allen Gray Bean, a well-loved and respected member of our Civitas family. For the past four years, Allen provided valuable ... Keep Reading
Voter ID: A Form of Suppression or Necessary Protection?
– Patrick O'Hannigan, Civitas Contributor Our prominent state newspapers are sounding alarms against Voter ID legislation and anyone trying to prevent voter fraud. In a June 7 ... Keep Reading
Gov. Cooper’s History of Supporting Tax Hikes
Governor Cooper’s recent budget vetoes should come as no surprise given his history of tax increases, massive spending, and budget gimmicks. North Carolina has seen the ... Keep Reading
Is the “Whole Child Model” about education or control?
Teachers have duties other than planning, teaching, and testing. Adoption of the Whole Child Model will add to the number and complexity of duties teachers will be asked to ... Keep Reading
Paul Stam Shares Concerns About NC Farm Act
This memorandum was originally sent to Speaker Tim Moore of the North Carolina General Assembly by Paul Stam, J.D. Mr. Stam has extensive legal experience as a practicing attorney, ... Keep Reading
Fatherlessness and Poverty – An Undeniable Link
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