October 26, 2025
Commentary/Opinion
Opinion: Popularity Is Precisely What We Want
By John Hood RALEIGH — What is the most popular state in the continental United States? You guessed it: our…
Opinion: To Combat Radicalism, Teach The Founding
By John Hood RALEIGH — Recent assassinations and attempts on the lives of politicians, commentators, and other high-profile leaders are…
You Decide: Is “Buy Now, Pay Later” A Good Deal?
By Mike Walden “Buy now, pay later” offers have been gaining popularity, especially among young people. They offer a quick…
Social Security Matters – Should I Claim Social Security Early Because It Is Going Bankrupt?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens…
Opinion: Yes, We Can Stop The Fire
By John Hood RALEIGH — I had strong political disagreements with Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, on both style…
Opinion: What Can (And Can’t) Be Done About Violence
By David Larson Carolina Journal After the triple impact of the Annunciation Catholic School shooting, the brutal stabbing of young…
Oldest Playground In Clayton To Get A Modern Update
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton is moving forward with an exciting upgrade at Donald “Clyde” Sinclair Park at 400…
Opinion: Test Scores Show Modest Improvement
By John Hood RALEIGH — Test scores are up for North Carolina’s public-school students — a welcome development, although the…
You Decide: Is The Housing Market Improving For Buyers?
By Mike Walden Ever since the pandemic, the housing market has been difficult for buyers, especially for young and first-time…
Opinion: Tales Of Adventure Engage Young Readers
By John Hood RALEIGH — I am not much of a weeper. But a recent survey of American schoolchildren is…
