American children's illustrator and writer (1992–1957)
Fans of my recent column contrasting economic systems based on freedom with those based on socialism might appreciate the following passage from Paul Hollander’s latest book review in National Review.…
It’s hard not to think of the great character from “The Princess Bride” when seeing the quote to the right from the latest issue of Newsmax magazine. Echoing Inigo, one…
After months of rumors about his job status, East Carolina University Chancellor Cecil Staton has announced his resignation. Rick Henderson analyzes the circumstances surrounding Staton’s departure for the next edition…
It’s nice to know that a left-of-center commentator can read one of my columns and respond with something more intelligent than name-calling. Contrast Thomas Mills’ reasoned response to that of…
When President Obama discusses market forces, he knows not of what he speaks. That’s the impression Walter Williams gets of the president’s economic knowledge, as discussed in a column posted…
This week’s Carolina Journal Online Friday interview features a conversation with Southern Methodist University economist Robert Lawson about the value of economic freedom. Troy Kickler’s guest Daily Journal focuses on…
The latest issue of Smart Money explains that bonds and currency linked to Singapore are attracting a “growing herd of American investors.” Singapore boasts one of the world’s highest savings…
The hubbub over Rep. George Cleveland’s comments about poverty during a meeting Thursday of the N.C. House’s committee on early childhood education offers an opportunity to revisit an important set…
North Carolina public school students struggle to keep up with their peers in economically competitive countries around the globe, despite high per pupil spending levels. Terry Stoops discusses his new…
The latest edition of Max Borders‘ Ideas Matter update includes an item featuring Southern Methodist University economist Robert Lawson. He puts complaints about the “1 percent” in proper perspective. If…
While Tar Heel football fans and Wolfpack basketball fans would be thrilled to be able to chant about a No. 10 ranking, none of us should be happy about the…
In little more than a decade, the United States has dropped from No. 3 to No. 10 in rankings of economic freedom. That decline is likely to impact the nation’s…