In the constant, on-going debate between the political left and right about the proper role of government, this question is typically answered with a discussion that focuses on ... Keep Reading
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20 Changes for 2010: A Primer for State Reform
Articles in This Series: A majority of North Carolina voters believe state government is failing them. According to Civitas Institute January 2010 polling results, ... Keep Reading
WCPSS Central Services: A Snapshot
Last week the Wake County School Board passed a $1.2 billion budget. The budget included $20 million in funding cuts; a number which may still rise as high as $40 million, ... Keep Reading
WCPSS Budget: Finding Savings in Difficult Times
Challenging economic times present school systems with a different set of challenges. The difficulties, however, offer administrators and school board members alike the ... Keep Reading
Bev Purdue’s Broken Campaign Promises
Like all political candidates, Democratic Gov. Bev Perdue unleashed a barrage of promises during her 2008 gubernatorial campaign. Her to-do list was long and included pledges ... Keep Reading
Governor Perdue’s Budget Plan Increases Spending Again During “Great Recession”
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations Overview Community Colleges Public Education General Government Health & Human Services Natural ... Keep Reading
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations: UNC System
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations Overview Community Colleges Public Education General Government Health & Human Services Natural ... Keep Reading
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations: Natural and Economic Resources
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations Overview Community Colleges Public Education General Government Health & Human Services Natural ... Keep Reading
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations: General Government
Gov. Perdue’s 2010-11 Budget Recommendations Overview Community Colleges Public Education General Government Health & Human Services Natural ... Keep Reading
Why Gov. Perdue’s “Back to Work” Incentive Fund Will Not Work
Included in Gov. Perdue’s Recommended Adjustments for the 2010-11 state budget was a line item for $15 million for a “Back to Work” incentive fund. The fund ... Keep Reading
