Monthly Archives: June 2009

Update on Citizen Outrage!

Posted on June 16, 2009 by matt ohern

Soon to be state law would prevent citizens from being fined when they exercise their freedom of speech, even if it is to remove a public official from office, but the citizens of Gloucester still face steep fines. Continue reading →

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Better Technology Needed if Carbon Sequestering is to be Viable.

Posted on June 16, 2009 by matt ohern

Capturing CO2 from power plants in the quantities required is currently not technically feasible, and would substantially increase the cost of electricity. Continue reading →

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Alarming High School Dropout Rates: Virginia is Not Immune

Posted on June 16, 2009 by matt ohern

The consequences of this trend will not be borne by the individuals alone either, society too, will pay a steep price. Continue reading →

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On Education, McDonnell and Duncan Stand Together

Posted on June 16, 2009 by matt ohern

Meaning both face serious challenges as they work to bring greater options and choice into our educational systems. Continue reading →

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Shining a Spotlight on Transparency

Posted on June 16, 2009 by matt ohern

The first in an evolving series highlights an upcoming study, what Virginia does well and not so well and looks at some innovative approaches worth emulating. Continue reading →

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