Liberty
North Carolina Hog Farming Needs Regulatory Healing, Not Hollywood Squealing
On Monday, a piece I wrote was published by Fox News. The piece covers hog farming, “environmental racism,” and a recent documentary being pushed by Hollywood actors. Highlights: “While opponents…
Dr. Troy Kickler of the John Locke Foundation Appointed to America’s Semiquincentennial Committee
RALEIGH – The John Locke Foundation is honored to announce that Dr. Troy Kickler, Senior Fellow and Managing Director of the North Carolina History Curriculum Project, has been jointly appointed…
John Locke Foundation & Independence Institute File Amicus Brief in NRA v. Vullo Supreme Court Case
Raleigh, NC / Denver, CO – Together, the John Locke Foundation and Independence Institute have filed an amicus brief in the landmark Supreme Court case, National Rifle Association of America (NRA) v. Vullo.…
Election 2024: Unpacking North Carolina’s Significant Voter Registration Shifts
The race to the White House is heating up as the pivotal Iowa Caucus looms less than a week away. Historically, the Iowa Caucus has been a crucial barometer for…
How a Billionaire Seeks to Empower Small Farmers
A recent profile in the Colorado Sun documented the journey of farming advocate Stefan Soloviev, who has purchased over 400,000 acres of farmland in and around Colorado. While some may…
The New Laws That Affect You in 2024
The dawn of a new year often signifies more than just a change in the calendar; it also means the enactment of new laws and regulations. Here in North Carolina,…
New Developments in the Trump Disqualification Saga
In a recent opinion, the Colorado Supreme Court found that Donald Trump is disqualified from serving a second presidential term under Section Three of the 14th Amendment. The case is now headed for the U.S.…
Locke’s 2023 Year in Review
As we bid farewell to 2023, I am delighted to bring to you: “Locke Wrapped 2023” – a brief recap of Locke’s significant policy victories throughout the past year: Welcome…
Who’s filed for the 2024 Election?
Filing for the 2024 election has officially closed as of noon on December 15th. With it, we know which legislative seats will be contested and who is running for what…
Working Families Face Steep Benefits Cliffs In North Carolina. Here’s How To Fix It.
It’s no secret that many North Carolinians rely on governmental assistance programs to make ends meet. But they often get caught in something called a “benefits cliff” that disincentivizes them…
Ho-Ho-Hold Your Wallet This Christmas
A recent analysis of government data indicates that, due to the surge in inflation to the highest levels in four decades, an average American family must incur an extra expense…
North Carolinians Crave Transparency
Last week, Locke released results from their recent Civitas Poll, which surveyed likely North Carolina general election voters on topics including the importance of open records laws. To see the…