Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Ego and delusion: Maybe it's time to declare an end to the era of career legislators
It is time to talk about term limits again. In the olden days, those who spoke against limiting the number of terms someone could serve said it was a handicap for an area not to have a well-connected, seasoned...Published: Jun 29, 2011 11:12 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Shift to specifics: A leader will need concrete ideas to emerge from crowded GOP field
The Republicans are coming. That seemed to be the call recently when the party's stable of 2012 hopefuls gathered for the first of what will likely be many debates. There were contrasts, of course, and differing views on what...Published: Jun 28, 2011 10:01 AM Full Editorial
Monday, June 27, 2011
Sad contrast: Lives ruined early by bad choices attest to a cycle that has to stop
It was a stark contrast to see the announcement of a school graduation right next to a story about a young man in the prime of his life facing criminal charges in connection with a shooting.The story itself is sad...Published: Jun 27, 2011 11:04 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, June 26, 2011
The greater good: Schoolchildren deserve a united front -- dedicated to purpose, without bickering
It is funny how history repeats itself.Just a few years ago, we were criticizing the county and the school board for not getting along.We chided both groups and advised them to put aside their differences and their mistrust and to...Published: Jun 26, 2011 12:10 AM Full Editorial
Friday, June 24, 2011
Goal achieved: Community proved again that it has its priorities straight
It has not been the kind of year for a success story. So, when the committee charged with planning this year's Relay for Life set its goal, it was with fingers crossed that residents would respond. After all, budgets...Published: Jun 24, 2011 11:07 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Praise earned: President Obama was right about one thing -- troops deserve credit
In his speech announcing his plans for a drawdown of troops in Afghanistan, President Barack Obama pointed out a fact that many people forget to remember when they are talking about the success of the operations in the Middle...Published: Jun 23, 2011 10:53 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Missing facts: Pledge faux pas a curious example, perhaps, of a lack of perspective
It caused a bit of a stir, NBC Sports' decision to cut out a line of The Pledge of Allegiance during the U.S. Open. Those who spoke about the omission of the words, "under God," said the piece was...Published: Jun 22, 2011 11:18 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
More time: It's not much, but city -- and residents -- have time to plead their case
The city of Goldsboro obviously has a money concern. Otherwise, the new tax rate would be revenue neutral. So, the fact that the City Council is taking a couple extra weeks to look at a potential purchase of a...Published: Jun 21, 2011 10:40 AM Full Editorial
Monday, June 20, 2011
It's about time: Ambassador said what Americans are thinking
Wow, who would have thunk it? There is absolutely someone in Washington who knows when it is time to call a spade a spade. U.S. Ambassador Karl Eikenberry said to Afghan President Hamid Karzai what so many people in...Published: Jun 20, 2011 10:26 AM Full Editorial
Friday, June 17, 2011
Fairness: Racial Justice Act is a surface solution that ignores real concern
It is still possible, but 50/50, that the repeal of the Racial Justice Act will prevail in this session of the General Assembly. The idea behind the measure is simple. The assumption is that there are people right now...Published: Jun 17, 2011 11:52 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Heroes in waiting: Sometimes we forget -- rescue workers face danger too
Wednesday's exercise at Lane Tree Golf Club is a reminder of a couple of facts. First, Wayne County is lucky to have so many people -- professional and volunteer -- who are ready and waiting to help in case...Published: Jun 16, 2011 10:48 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Lots at stake: Officials are right -- teen pregnancy is a strain on youths and community
It is a consequence that most of us know exists, but few of us probably realize just how significant it is -- teen pregnancy. And it is not a problem that is unique to Wayne County, either. Just watch...Published: Jun 15, 2011 11:12 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Casting call: Not a bad showing for what some have called lukewarm candidate pool
Of course those who would rather not see Republicans as the party in the White House in 2012 don't think much of those who have already announced their intention -- or even hinted at an intention -- of running...Published: Jun 14, 2011 12:47 PM Full Editorial
Monday, June 13, 2011
Budget battle: Governor's veto means here we go again
It won't be as bad this time. Thank goodness. The fact that Gov. Bev Perdue is in such a state of despair over the provisions of the Republican-proposed and passed 2011-12 budget is sad, but inconsequential in the long...Published: Jun 13, 2011 11:06 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Congratulations: OK, Class of 2011. You have your diplomas. Now, find your futures.
This message is for the newly minted graduates of the Class of 2011. First off, congratulations. The piece of paper you now hold in your hand --well, will hold in your hand soon -- puts you into an elite group...Published: Jun 11, 2011 11:52 PM Full Editorial
Friday, June 10, 2011
Emails? Hmmm. Fight for access, good. But now, apply it fairly.
If you are for openness and honesty in government -- and you want to know, really, what your public officials are spending your money on -- you should applaud the release of 24,000 emails from former Alaska Gov. Sarah...Published: Jun 10, 2011 10:48 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, June 9, 2011
What's the fuss? Voter identification bill should really be a no-brainer
We have said it before, and we will say it again: There is absolutely nothing wrong with requiring photo identification from a potential voter or with reducing the hours they can pre-vote. Anyone who pretends that there is no...Published: Jun 9, 2011 10:41 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Young heroes: Wayne County teens saved lives
Everybody always talks about the bad ones -- the youths who are in trouble or not making good grades. So, when the news about the good ones comes along, sometimes it is overshadowed. Today, Wayne County has multiple reasons...Published: Jun 8, 2011 10:40 AM Full Editorial
Monday, June 6, 2011
Good advice -- Wayne County teens: You won't think it will happen to you, but it could
This message is for any Wayne County teen who gets behind the wheel of a car. You have heard the tragic stories of how a young person has lost his or her life or taken someone else's just because...Published: Jun 6, 2011 10:42 AM Full Editorial
Friday, June 3, 2011
Well-deserved: 4th Fighter Wing's award sign of real achievement
Receiving an honor for the work you are doing right now is great, but to be named for the work you and generations of airmen have done before you is a legacy. The 4th Fighter Wing received the James...Published: Jun 3, 2011 10:56 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Project plans: Graduation projects should have depth, demonstrate skill
Goldsboro High School students, the community members and school district staff who have rallied to help them, should be proud. They beat the deadline to get their graduation projects done and to allow them to get their diplomas during...Published: Jun 2, 2011 11:04 AM Full Editorial