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Virgil L. Smith formerly served as president and publisher of the Asheville Citizen-Times and Vice President for Human Resources for the Gannett Company. He is the principal for the Smith Edwards Group and the author of "The Keys to Effective Leadership - Understanding Who You Are and Tips on Being a Successful Leader." He is the founder and writes for Carolina Commentary.
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Jan 3, 2026 ∙ 4 min
North Carolina at a Crossroads — Entering 2026 with Opportunity, Tension, and Unfinished Work
As North Carolina closes out a consequential 2025, the state moves into 2026 navigating a complex convergence of political, social, economic, and institutional pressures. Beneath the surface of a growing economy and vibrant communities lies a deeper story: one of systems under strain, households navigating rising costs, and an electorate confronting trust-shaking challenges. The year’s events reveal a state at a pivotal moment, where policy decisions made now will reverberate through civic...
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Aug 25, 2025 ∙ 4 min
What kind of country do you want to live in?
The U.S. Constitution was crafted to establish three equal branches of government: the legislative, executive, and judicial. Drafted...
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May 9, 2025 ∙ 3 min
The Clash Between Globalism and Nationalism: Implications for the World
As the world navigates the complexities of tariffs, a tool with a mixed history of success, the fundamental tension at play is the...
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