Unfortunately Jim Long has the industry in his pocket. They're not about to oppose an incumbent. He also has a rate refund in the courts that will be settled before the election, so he can sent out checks to all NC policyholders.
A 2003 financial audit of the Department of Insurance exposed the same weaknesses as an audit from 1995, Brawley pointed out. After almost ten years nothing has been done to correct the Department's flaws.
The 2003 financial audit notes significant weakness in internal controls and significant instances of noncompliance.
Brawley added that the last performance audit was conducted 20 years ago, saying he will immediately call for a performance audit due to the numerous complaints of uneven enforcement of rules and regulations.