October 04, 2009
Elementary Civics Class: The Congressional Version
Trying to understand some perplexing political issues, I recently imagined a school civics lesson administered by two members of Congress. None of these...
University Presidents Need Integrity, Passion, Endurance
In recent years, we have witnessed numerous college and university leadership turnovers in Virginia. Some of those transitions have followed long and successful...
When Raising Teens, the Devil Is Indeed in the Details
Had Wormwood’s first assignment been Syko Sam McCroskey, his task would have been much easier. The minion would have been a hero of the underworld...
Western Virginia May Hold Key to the Governor’s Race
When it comes to political punditry, Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads, and Metro Richmond seem to get all the attention. That’s not entirely surprising....
Offshore Drilling Will Create Jobs in Virginia
Last September, the United States Congress chose to support American jobs and American energy by allowing the ban on offshore drilling to expire. For the...
Making Community Happen Here
What makes community happen? Sociologist Robert Bellah of the University of California at Berkeley, and author of The Good Society, Habits of the Heart,...
Grassroots Leaders and Groups Take Center Stage
If you’re interested in learning more about what makes a caring community tick, then attend this year’s Richmond History Makers event. The...
Your 2 Cents
America should bring Roman Polanski home to pay the price for his crime. I’m not convinced that Polanski, being rich and famous, will get the same...
Review: An Elegant Argument for the Benefits of Globalization
With the foes of capitalism out in full force, there is an urgent need for clear-headed, convincing defenses of global free markets. It is with great relief,...
The First Rule of Health Care Reform: Do No Harm
Ronald Reagan famously said, “The government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps...
September 27, 2009
Meet the T-D newsroom staff
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Public Square: Digging Deeper into Health Care Reform
Editor’s note: On Monday morning, The Times-Dispatch held its 26th Public Square at its offices downtown. The topic was health care reform and the...
Your 2 Cents
To all those who supported the man who now occupies the White House, I ask: Would you give him your vote again?—James M. Trent, Richmond.
From the Moderator: A Few More Public Square Answers
Leftovers from Monday’s Public Square include these questions received during and after the program: Why the unprecedented 10 a.m. start? It was...
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