Monthly Archives: April 2013

Time for Serious Tax Restructuring in Virginia

Posted on April 4, 2013 by matt ohern

Now that the nagging issue of our transportation needs has been settled for the foreseeable future, it is time to turn to serious tax reform that can grow our economy, provide more spending money for our citizens, and relieve businesses of some … Continue reading →

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UVA Quandary Continues

Posted on April 4, 2013 by matt ohern

Nearly ten months after the president of the state’s flagship university was fired due to a vaguely explained conflict of visions with its board and a somewhat clearer conflict of management styles, the standoff remains unresolved. Rector Helen Dragas and … Continue reading →

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Creating Wealth out of Thin Air

Posted on April 4, 2013 by matt ohern

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation generated $40 million from the lease of air rights over state transportation assets in FY 2011. Earlier this month, the state built upon that revenue stream by designating AG Scotia II as developer of air … Continue reading →

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Amtrak – Better than Portrayed

Posted on April 4, 2013 by matt ohern

By: Glen Bottoms and Eric Peterson We recognize Mr. Poole (“Amtrak’s Future in Congress’s Hands,” March 21, 2013 Jefferson Policy Journal – click here ) as a preeminent spokesperson for the unrelenting anti-Amtrak faction, rivaling Randy O’Toole. But what Mr. … Continue reading →

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Western Dairies Face More Lawsuits

Posted on April 4, 2013 by matt ohern

(Editor’s note: Dairy operations in Virginia strive hard to make ends meet and to be good citizens in their community. This article by a noted Virginia environmental attorney shows a growing threat to this important industry.) According to Capital Press, … Continue reading →

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