Editorial: Mediocrity is nothing to cheer about
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020 -- The leaders of the General Assembly are crowing that North Carolina is in better financial shape than New York City and want to be praised for their stewardship of state revenues and fiscal management. Say what? Maybe a "Bronx cheer" would be more like it. In the last 10 years the General Assembly under-invested in the state's education, infrastructure, health care and public safety. It is a legacy of mediocrity and neglect -- not a record of stability, responsibility, achievement or commitment to excellence.