Opinions for week ending: Sunday, May 11 2008

(5.09.08) Business changes with markets
GREENSBORO — Even a high-tech powerhouse like Greensboro-based RF Micro isn’t immune to global demands. Following the cues of the market, the company plans to downsize and realign – the best long-term decision the company could make.

(5.08.08) Cracking down on gangs
FAYETTEVILLE — It is hard to grasp the severity of North Carolina’s gang problem. Every time a young man or group of young men commits a heinous crime, some official will point to gangs as the root of the carnage. But it may be prudent to do more.

(5.05.08) Transportation funding fix
GREENSBORO — Few candidates seem to have much to say about North Carolina's looming "perfect storm" -- our state's transportation funding crisis. We are in a deep fiscal crisis that could spell trouble for the long-term health of the state's economy.

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