http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/ From the editorial pages of the Goldsboro News-Argus en-us Copyright 2013 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:25:05 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Perhaps we were a little too hasty in criticizing the Wayne County commissioners for hiring a spokesperson. Witness, for example, Monday's budget meeting and the debate over funding for Literacy Connections. During the discussion, it was revealed that the... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/18/oh_boy_chalk_this_one_up_to_an_oops_now_listen_to_others/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/18/oh_boy_chalk_this_one_up_to_an_oops_now_listen_to_others/ Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:25:05 -0500 English and math are important, no question about it. But perhaps the story of Ivey Nagypal and Morgan Rigsby might suggest that there are other skills we should help our children learn -- whether it be at home, at church... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/17/practical_skills_perhaps_education_should_have_more_life_skills_factored_in/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/17/practical_skills_perhaps_education_should_have_more_life_skills_factored_in/ Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:55:30 -0500 Sometimes politicians are just scary. And if the alarm has not already gone off for you when it comes to the new board of the Wayne County Commission, get ready. Sirens are starting to sound everywhere. It is not... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/15/fire_on_board_commissioners_heavyhanded_approach_has_spread_too_far/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/15/fire_on_board_commissioners_heavyhanded_approach_has_spread_too_far/ Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:27:55 -0500 It seems that when the going gets tough, President Barack Obama gets going. And this time, it is going to cost $100 million, unless snipers have to be added to fend off the cheetahs. Forget the scandals, forget the questions.... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/14/out_to_africa_presidents_trip_unwise_illtimed/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/14/out_to_africa_presidents_trip_unwise_illtimed/ Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:45:17 -0500 There are many aspects to consider with regard to the prospective repeal of the Racial Justice Act. Some say it is a step forward, while others say it is a slap against the principles by which this country's court system... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/13/a_message_racial_justice_act_repeal_paves_way_for_justice/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/13/a_message_racial_justice_act_repeal_paves_way_for_justice/ Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:57:29 -0500 Nothing gets people's blood boiling more than paying taxes. Well, that is until the Obama administration decided to use the Internal Revenue Service as its own political battering ram. And we found out that the National Security Agency has... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/12/tax_watch_debate_is_critical_to_states_future/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/12/tax_watch_debate_is_critical_to_states_future/ Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:49:33 -0500 Today we told you the story of Santos Saldivar and his parents, Jose and Aurora, and their journey to graduation day. We would be remiss if we did not point out how special this young man is. No one handed... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/11/proud_moment_student_and_parents_hard_work_will_make_dreams_come_true/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/11/proud_moment_student_and_parents_hard_work_will_make_dreams_come_true/ Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:52:17 -0500 There is one line item in the upcoming city and county budgets that should not even prompt a discussion -- money for the continuation -- and expansion -- of the Communities in Schools graduation coaches program. The concept behind the... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/10/if_it_works_graduation_coaches_program_has_proven_its_worth/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/10/if_it_works_graduation_coaches_program_has_proven_its_worth/ Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:37:36 -0500 Parents of children in the Wayne County Schools -- and the school board -- should be appalled by the news that the district's bus fleet received one of the worst scores in the state. And they have every right... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/08/buses_priority_school_board_district_should_not_accept_any_excuses/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/08/buses_priority_school_board_district_should_not_accept_any_excuses/ Sat, 08 Jun 2013 22:40:09 -0500 Let's be fair: Some monitoring of connections and communications is necessary in an era when militant groups and crazy nuts can call for a jihad with the click of a mouse. So, extra security to protect this nation from... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/07/say_one_thing_new_findings_scary_because_of_the_trust_it_erases/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/07/say_one_thing_new_findings_scary_because_of_the_trust_it_erases/ Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:07:08 -0500 Rest easy, America. Susan Rice is on the job. President Barack Obama took a moment away from answering the scandals that are plaguing his White House to take a stand Wednesday, appointing Susan Rice national security adviser -- avoiding... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/06/take_that_presidents_appointment_more_than_just_filling_a_job/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/06/take_that_presidents_appointment_more_than_just_filling_a_job/ Thu, 06 Jun 2013 11:22:09 -0500 There are many disappointing moments in the world of sports -- and lately, the worst do not involve scores or last-minute offense or defense. After Olympic athletes losing medals because of banned substances and a famous cyclist admitting he... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/05/heroes_tarnished_news_about_players_sad_commentary_on_state_of_sports/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/05/heroes_tarnished_news_about_players_sad_commentary_on_state_of_sports/ Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:40:36 -0500 And so today's addition to the ever-unfolding scandal at the Internal Revenue Service is ... (drum roll please). More than $11,000 paid to a happiness consultant to make sure that the employees enjoyed their jobs as they were breaking... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/04/another_day_irs_scandal_keeps_getting_harder_to_believe/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/04/another_day_irs_scandal_keeps_getting_harder_to_believe/ Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:16:03 -0500 Funny how the promise of lower taxes can make some leaders single-minded and single-focused. It is exhilarating really -- being able to say you cut the county or state's tax rate. Many politicians believe that such a pronouncement will... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/03/budget_miscue_it_is_about_money_spent_wisely_not_just_the_tax_rate/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/03/budget_miscue_it_is_about_money_spent_wisely_not_just_the_tax_rate/ Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:42:50 -0500 It is difficult these days to get people to understand that sometimes the age-old, time-tested advice is really the best. They think there is a better way -- that there is a secret shortcut that is just waiting to... http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/01/the_secret_responsibility_creates_success_some_would_have_you_believe_otherwise/ http://www.newsargus.com/editorials/archives/2013/06/01/the_secret_responsibility_creates_success_some_would_have_you_believe_otherwise/ Sat, 01 Jun 2013 23:34:48 -0500