Monthly Archives: June 2009

21 Years and Counting

Posted on June 2, 2009 by matt ohern

All over the commonwealth groups of local citizens band together to impact community life. Here is an example of just one such group. This is the story of local folks taking on the responsibility of keeping their “piece of the universe” as neighbor friendly as possible. Continue reading →

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How to Build Infrastructure in a Recession

Posted on June 2, 2009 by matt ohern

Despite the recession private money is still out there for infrastructure projects. Virginia should be sure to build on its past experiences and continue to engage in public-private partnerships. Continue reading →

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Comparing the Recession’s Impact Throughout Virginia

Posted on June 2, 2009 by matt ohern

While Northern Virginia remains mostly intact during this recession, the Richmond metropolitan area is being hit hard. Unemployment claims so far in this recession are up 156.1 percent. Continue reading →

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Defeating EFCA is the Highest Priority for Small Businesses

Posted on June 2, 2009 by matt ohern

For longer than any other state in the nation, Virginia has benefited from its Right to Work Laws, but the Employee Free Choice Act threatens its run of success. Continue reading →

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Should Virginia Pass a Sovereignty Resolution?

Posted on June 2, 2009 by matt ohern

Though entirely symbolic, doing so could still send a strong statement, and Virginia, an increasingly wealthy state would have much to gain from newly respected autonomy. Continue reading →

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