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McAuliffe Reverses, Now Opposes Electric Rate Freeze
Governor Terry McAuliffe said yesterday that he supports legislation that would cancel the freeze in base electric rates on Dominion Virginia Power and Appalachian Power if President Trump kills the Clean Power Plan. The endorsement came a little late for … Continue reading
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A Charter School Proposal That Can Help Children
During my four years on the Virginia State Board of Education the most frustrating question was “What can we do about school divisions that persistently fail to effectively educate their children?” Virginia’s public education system remains one of the top … Continue reading
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Gorsuch Could Correct Regulatory Overreach
Most people have never heard the term “Chevron deference” and, if they have never practiced administrative law, could not be blamed. But, in the weeks ahead we are going to hear a great deal about it. Here’s why. “Chevron deference” … Continue reading
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Military Families Deserve Choices
Military dependent children move 6-9 times during their K-12 years, according to the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC). Although there is much uncertainty in every move, Military families typically begin the relocation process with two questions: 1) Where will we … Continue reading
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Making the Case for Medicare Advantage
By Kristen Grow Government watchers know there are two parts to federal policy. First, there is the law passed by Congress. Second, there is how agencies implement the law. For Medicare Advantage, congressional support remains robust – but the program’s … Continue reading
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