"Education is the engine that propels North Carolina's future. It cannot and it will not be sacrificed," said Governor Perdue. >So, just as her predessor, Tax-Hike Mike...she's going to strip millions from the Education Lottery to balance the budget. "Even in these tough times, we will increase per pupil spending in our public schools this year," she said. >How is this going to happen without an increase in taxes? In these tough times, Governor Perdue said she will do whatever it takes to move the Tar Heel State forward. >If this is the case, she ought to resign and take Rand and Basnight with her.