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June 21, 2008

Focus on something other than the negative

Once again I bought a local Potomac News newspaper this morning in the hopes that I could renew my subscription, but I was subjected to the usual opinion pieces bashing Republicans, McCain in particular, and the current administration in general.

Lawmakers must fix traffic gridlock

On Monday, June 23, Prince William’s state legislators return to Richmond to take care of unfinished business during a special session on transportation.


June 20, 2008

Barack Obama: A wolf in sheep’s clothing?

My letter is in response to Larry Remener’s letter on June 8, when he came to Obama’s defense of why it doesn’t matter that Obama REFUSES to wear an American flag pin. Mr. Remener — have you ever wore a pin bearing the American flag? 

Parking enforcement done right at the mall

I think Potomac Mills is doing exactly right in their enforcement of parking. I listen to what each of the people had to say on the news and find them to be very rude.

Transportation planning in the state of Virginia

The Special Legislative Session called by Gov. Tim Kaine to deal with the commonwealth’s transportation problems begins on June 23. There have been many proposals to fix transportation: The governor has proposed a plan that increases several taxes.

What penalty is there for VDOT?

Why is it that every time Richmond announces a new transportation plan, the costs fall squarely on the shoulders of Virginians? Don’t we have just a few out-of-state drivers passing through our
commonwealth?


June 19, 2008

McCain’s experience is not what we want

The Republican presidential nominee, John “Older than the Golden Gate Bridge” McCain, has a lot of government experience. 

The disastrous reign of the Bush administration

Have you ever had one of those AAARRGH! moments? I had one a couple of days ago when I opened the Potomac News and read about how President George W. Bush had finally decided that perhaps we needed to strengthen the American dollar.

Equal time on big oil contributions

Just to give the GOP equal time, as referenced in http://www.opensecrets.org, in the last report period (March 31, 2008), Exxon Mobil contributed $18,801 to Senator John McCain in the 2008 fundraising cycle. 


June 18, 2008

How Republicans should be acting

In his June 12 letter, Scott Barley claims he will be voting Republican for the first time this year. He considers Barack Obama a “huge threat to our nation” because Obama never served in the military.

Habeus corpus remains standing

Recently, the Supreme Court overturned the Bush administration’s attempt to throw out the writ of habeas corpus (the right of a prisoner to face his accusers and be told why he is being held).


June 17, 2008

The mistakes of the war on drugs

Twenty two years ago this week, Len Bias died of a cocaine overdose. His death stunned the sports world and left an indelible mark on our justice system.

The mistakes of the war on drugs

Twenty two years ago this week, Len Bias died of a cocaine overdose. His death stunned the sports world and left an indelible mark on our justice system.

The uphill debate on illegal immigration

Well Mr. Bond I hate to say this, but I do know a about the history of Manassas and that’s why I am trying to get my point across.

Lawmakers should restore VRE funding

Conservatives, moderates and liberals of both political parties should join hands together in Richmond to approve the governor’s fee and tax increases to fund the expansion of VRE’s operations.

The energy crisis in the state of Virginia

Virginians need to pay very close attention to the electrical utility crisis that is about to be thrust upon residents and businesses in the commonwealth.


June 16, 2008

Our hats off to the linemen

Tuesday night we were hit hard by the thunderstorms resulting in a microburst that left many trees down. 

Support for education should be a priority

Education has never been more important to Virginia. A quality education provides opportunity and keeps young people on the path to a bright future. It is, and always has been, the most powerful engine for upward mobility in our nation.

Fighting to save a 17-year-old program

Alert to PWC taxpaying family caregivers of senior citizen relatives.

Come out and support the Senior Day program

Once again, the Prince William Board of County of Supervisors is planning to spend more of our tax dollars.


June 15, 2008

Rebutting unfair letter about Del. Frederick

On June 8, the Chairman of the Prince William Democratic Committee had a letter published unfairly attacking Del. Jeff Frederick, who recently rose to be chair of the Virginia Republican Party. 

Help us be the best we can be

Our Prince William County government needs help from the community to do its best.

Time for a change in both parties

The article by Alfred Biddlecomb titled “ Be careful what you ask for,you might get it.” was great but the same argument applies to both parties.

Report confirms our worst suspicions

So the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence has finally released its report stating what most of us have suspected for the last five years. 


June 14, 2008

Don’t give up freedom for Socialism in November

Be careful what you wish for. Before you decide who you will vote for in November, think long and hard. 

Frisbie follows the Clinton handbook

This is in response to Pete Frisbie’s letter regarding Jeff Frederick. 

Drive on the right, pass on the left

Whether you are on Interstates 95, 295, 395, 495, 695, 66, 123, 234, 236, Route 1 or any other road with two or more lanes going in the same direction, remember these eight simple words: “Drive on the right, pass on the left.”

A health care plan that works

Health Care is once again a public talking point since we are in an election year. Obama is gaining a following by promising to deliver health care, along with every other feel good entitlement anyone could want.

Who gets money from Exxon/Mobil?

Guess who are number two and three recipients of money from this “evil Big Oil” company:
2 — Barack Obama $32,550
3 — Hillary Clinton $22,621

High hopes that Frederick will stay

I read Pete Frisbie’s June 8 letter to the editor with a great deal of interest and curiosity. As the democratic chair, Mr. Frisbie professes to know a lot about Jeff Frederick’s election as chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia.

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