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Spending Beyond Government Means: Even politicians must face fiscal truths

by Joseph Coletti
posted on in City & County Government, Education (PreK-12), Spending & Taxes

Tax revenue in North Carolina is volatile because of the dependence on income and sales taxes. Proper budgeting would account for the rise and fall in tax revenues over time.


Spending Beyond Government Means: Even politicians must face fiscal truths

As Senior Fellow, Joe examines fiscal and tax policy. He previously headed the North Carolina Government Efficiency and Reform initiative within the Office of State Budget and Management, which led to changes in automotive fleet management, natural and… ...

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