A recent New York Times article started an interesting discussion with its title, “How Do You Get Better Schools? Take the State to Court, More Advocates Say.” The article highlights a wave of lawsuits over quality of education. But an interesting theme arises in many of the interviews. These families may be talking about schools and busing, but they are also talking about their neighborhoods.
Something to Agree Upon
It’s pretty obvious. We are living in a highly polarized political environment right now. From discussions about Nike campaigns to anonymous letters from inside the White House, many people are sticking to conversations surrounding Bachelor in Paradise and wild weather like Hurricane Florence. But did you know there’s support for a certain idea that reaches across party lines?
Super Commuters & the Reasons Behind the Problem
In an article on super commuters, CityLab writes, “Lack of affordable housing and sub-par mass transit are boosting the ranks of ‘super commuters’ in some regions outside of pricey metros.” Although the article makes important points, there is another major factor pushing people to become “super commuters.”
A Bright Future for North Carolina
Hope you enjoyed Labor Day Weekend! As our nation celebrates a day dedicated to the social and economic achievements of the American worker, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate a social and economic achievement changing the state of North Carolina.