Letter to the Editor: A critical issue surrounding the Medicare Part D program
There is a critical issue surrounding the Medicare Part D program, specifically as it relates to coverage.
News and Opinion
Bishop Launches Bid for Attorney General
Conservative Congressman Dan Bishop announced Thursday he is running for Attorney General, to defend the rule of law and protect North Carolinians’ freedoms.
More Regulation is not the Solution for NC Small Businesses
There are likely only a few weeks left in this year’s North Carolina legislative session, and health care has been one of the hottest topics in Raleigh. Issues like expanding Medicaid and legalizing medical marijuana have gotten the most attention, but other major proposals have flown under the radar.
Rep. Dan Biship to run for North Carolina Attorney General
Representative Dan Bishop, a prominent Republican member of the Freedom Caucus who represents District 8, has announced his decision to step down from his congressional seat in order to run for the position of North Carolina attorney general. This decision has sparked intense competition for the role, historically dominated by Democrats.
North Carolina’s June County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 86 of North Carolina’s counties in June 2023, decreased in five, and remained unchanged in nine. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 6.4 percent while Swain County had the lowest at 2.7 percent.
John Hood: Roots of American freedom run deep
Last month I joined dozens of other writers, scholars, activists, and leaders across the country to declare ourselves “Freedom Conservatives.” What do FreeCons stand for? You can read our statement of common principles at FreedomConservatism.org.
Attorney General Josh Stein: North Carolinians Need a Budget
Attorney General Josh Stein today released the following statement as the North Carolina General Assembly fails to pass a budget for North Carolina that will ensure our communities can grow and thrive.
Williams’ FEMA resolution adopted by National Association of Counties
A resolution introduced by Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams was adopted at the National Association of Counties (NaCo) annual conference in Travis County, TX on Monday, July 24, 2023. The resolution, which was adopted for the second consecutive year, puts Counties on record as advocating for a more streamlined FEMA individual assistance process.
Treasurer Folwell Announces 2024 State Health Plan Premium Rates with No Increase
State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, and the State Health Plan (Plan) Board of Trustees today approved, for the sixth straight year, no premium rate increases for State Health Plan active members for the 2024 benefit year, which begins January 1, 2024.
From Dr. Murphy’s Desk: Updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress!
The Elevator Queen Cherie Berry endorses Luke Farley for Commissioner of Labor
Former Labor Commissioner Cherie Berry, the longest-serving commissioner in North Carolina history, has endorsed Luke Farley to be the next Labor Commissioner.
John Hood: Gas Pipeline Will Help North Carolinians
Over the next 25 years, the market for electrical power in North Carolina will undergo dramatic change. If progressives get their way, government will use a combination of subsidies and mandates to vastly expand our dependence on solar and wind. If cooler heads prevail, we will vastly expand our use of nuclear energy