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The Future of Fairfax County – Part I

Posted on September 3, 2014 by matt ohern

(Editor’s Note: Fairfax County is the largest county in our state. This article points to some disturbing issues which could impact not only that county but the state. Fairfax County is currently the anchor of the Northern Virginia’s economy. The … Continue reading →

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As the Highway Trust Fund Runs Low, States Come to the Rescue – Part II

Posted on June 19, 2014 by matt ohern

(Part I of this article was run in the Jefferson Policy Journal on May 8, 2014) Fortunately states and local governments are assuming a larger role in funding transportation, thus lessening the pressure to increase the level of federal assistance. Having concluded that they no … Continue reading →

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Reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank is a No-Brainer

Posted on May 22, 2014 by matt ohern

(Editor’s Note: Many Virginia businesses are involved in international trade. This article deals with an issue directly impacting Virginia’s economy.) Today, exports are more important than ever to American businesses, manufacturers, and the overall strength of our nation’s economy. With … Continue reading →

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As the Highway Trust Fund Runs Low, States Come to the Rescue — Part I

Posted on May 8, 2014 by matt ohern

With federal transportation spending outpacing tax receipts by some $1.25 billion/month, the cash balance of the Federal Highway Trust is drawing perilously close to the point where the U.S Department of Transportation will be obliged to institute cash management strategies—such … Continue reading →

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Elevated Managed Lanes Might Work Here in Virginia

Posted on March 27, 2014 by matt ohern

(Publisher’s note: This article bring all sorts of ideas to mind on where double decking roads might work here in Virginia. Two quick suggestions in Northern Virginia would be Route 66 inside the Beltway and Route 1 in Alexandria and … Continue reading →

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