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Our 2018 Year in Review

Dec 26, 2018Martin Center Staff

As 2018 comes to a close, we are pausing to express our sincere thanks for your support of the Martin Center. Below is a snapshot of our accomplishments, made possible by your support.

Senate TestimonyLibrary Opening

A Higher Education Moment

Do North Carolina Students Have Freedom of Speech? myFutureNC

Thank you for your part in making 2018 a great success!

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Model Legislation: End Political Litmus Tests in Education Act

Feb 8, 2022 › Publications

Reform in 2022: Our Hopes for the New Year

Dec 31, 2021 › Academics, Costs, Governance, Politicization

Merry Christmas!

Dec 24, 2021 › Commentary

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