The Biden Administration’s Surprisingly Positive First Fifty Days

“Going into Inauguration Day, many Americans were satisfied to finally see the Oval Office reclaimed by someone who, while not perfect, seemed to have common courtesy and basic administrative competency. For others, the relief inspired by Donald Trump leaving public office was mitigated by a concern that nothing would fundamentally change under a Biden administration. While President Biden is still far from a progressive president, recent orders and proposals by him and the Democratic party which he leads should inspire some confidence in those uneasy about Biden’s capacity to affect positive change.”

Editorials, OpinionEditorial BoardMarch 12, 2021Biden, harris, Opinion PickComment

Please Stop Running for President

“Presidential candidates in modern politics run not because they think they can lead the country, but instead for the perks that come with the journey there: notoriety, book and television deals, and, if they’re lucky, a cabinet or vice-presidential nod.”

Who Won the NC-09 Race?

“Reports indicate that Bladen County voters did not return their absentee ballots at a rate almost 2.5 times the frequency of any other county. This is an extreme statistical outlier.”