In Civitas' ongoing mission to be a “Legislative Strike Force,” the Civitas staff is often called upon to provide comprehensive, yet understandable, answers to many ... Keep Reading
Archives for May 2006
Analysis of Governor Easley’s Budget Proposals
Traditionally, legislators make adjustments to the biennium budget (passed in the long session) during the short session. Adjustments may be necessary due to changes in the economy ... Keep Reading
Illegal Immigration: What to do on the Local Level about a National Problem
Immigration is a hot button issue to most people these days. It is also a hot potato for politicians, with numerous factions on both sides passing the buck on what to do and who ... Keep Reading
Tracking Sex Offenders
Tracking Sex Offenders Tracking Sex Offenders Sex offenders commit some of the most heinous crimes, and are among the most likely to recidivate. For years, states have tried ... Keep Reading
Private Property is Not Safe
They said it couldn't happen here. They said we were safe. They said the law was clear. They were wrong. Turns out that under current North Carolina law, the government can take ... Keep Reading