by Alexander H. Jones | Oct 6, 2021 | Politics |
The genius of the American political system used to be its ability to change. Between 1784 and 1992, Americans amended their constitution 27 times, adjusting their governing structures to reflect evolving contexts and values. Today, the idea that the U.S. political...
by Alexander H. Jones | Oct 5, 2021 | Politics |
State Representative Charles Graham is drawing strength from history in his effort to make history. Announcing his challenge to Congressman Dan Bishop, Graham invoked one of the most inspiring moments in the 500-year history of Native resistance: the Battle of Hayes...
by Alexander H. Jones | Oct 4, 2021 | Politics |
There are few better examples of political double-talk than a candidate attempting to present himself as a foe of the party establishment. In the North Carolina Senate race, both viable candidates have laid claim to the insurgent’s mantle–and both are...
by Alexander H. Jones | Sep 30, 2021 | Politics |
That rural North Carolina voted Democratic for much of the twentieth century was of little import; after all, the Democrats had all but extinguished party competition at the dawn of the 1900s. But the type of Democrat they voted for would raise eyebrows in...
by Alexander H. Jones | Sep 29, 2021 | Politics |
By custom and rule, the purpose of North Carolina’s legislative long session is to craft and pass a state budget. In years past legislators would do little else and depart Raleigh on a prompt basis after sending their spending plan to the governor. But...
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