The Special Legislative Session called by Gov. Tim Kaine to deal with the commonwealth’s transportation problems begins on June 23. There have been many proposals to fix transportation: The governor has proposed a plan that increases several taxes.

Why is it that every time Richmond announces a new transportation plan, the costs fall squarely on the shoulders of Virginians? Don’t we have just a few out-of-state drivers passing through our
commonwealth?

The Republican presidential nominee, John “Older than the Golden Gate Bridge” McCain, has a lot of government experience. 

Have you ever had one of those AAARRGH! moments? I had one a couple of days ago when I opened the Potomac News and read about how President George W. Bush had finally decided that perhaps we needed to strengthen the American dollar.

Just to give the GOP equal time, as referenced in http://www.opensecrets.org, in the last report period (March 31, 2008), Exxon Mobil contributed $18,801 to Senator John McCain in the 2008 fundraising cycle. 

In his June 12 letter, Scott Barley claims he will be voting Republican for the first time this year. He considers Barack Obama a “huge threat to our nation” because Obama never served in the military.

Recently, the Supreme Court overturned the Bush administration’s attempt to throw out the writ of habeas corpus (the right of a prisoner to face his accusers and be told why he is being held).

Twenty two years ago this week, Len Bias died of a cocaine overdose. His death stunned the sports world and left an indelible mark on our justice system.

Twenty two years ago this week, Len Bias died of a cocaine overdose. His death stunned the sports world and left an indelible mark on our justice system.

Well Mr. Bond I hate to say this, but I do know a about the history of Manassas and that’s why I am trying to get my point across.

Conservatives, moderates and liberals of both political parties should join hands together in Richmond to approve the governor’s fee and tax increases to fund the expansion of VRE’s operations.

Virginians need to pay very close attention to the electrical utility crisis that is about to be thrust upon residents and businesses in the commonwealth.

Tuesday night we were hit hard by the thunderstorms resulting in a microburst that left many trees down. 

Education has never been more important to Virginia. A quality education provides opportunity and keeps young people on the path to a bright future. It is, and always has been, the most powerful engine for upward mobility in our nation.

Alert to PWC taxpaying family caregivers of senior citizen relatives.

Once again, the Prince William Board of County of Supervisors is planning to spend more of our tax dollars.

On June 8, the Chairman of the Prince William Democratic Committee had a letter published unfairly attacking Del. Jeff Frederick, who recently rose to be chair of the Virginia Republican Party. 

Our Prince William County government needs help from the community to do its best.

The article by Alfred Biddlecomb titled “ Be careful what you ask for,you might get it.” was great but the same argument applies to both parties.

So the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence has finally released its report stating what most of us have suspected for the last five years. 

Be careful what you wish for. Before you decide who you will vote for in November, think long and hard. 

This is in response to Pete Frisbie’s letter regarding Jeff Frederick. 

Whether you are on Interstates 95, 295, 395, 495, 695, 66, 123, 234, 236, Route 1 or any other road with two or more lanes going in the same direction, remember these eight simple words: “Drive on the right, pass on the left.”

Health Care is once again a public talking point since we are in an election year. Obama is gaining a following by promising to deliver health care, along with every other feel good entitlement anyone could want.

Guess who are number two and three recipients of money from this “evil Big Oil” company:
2 — Barack Obama $32,550
3 — Hillary Clinton $22,621

I read Pete Frisbie’s June 8 letter to the editor with a great deal of interest and curiosity. As the democratic chair, Mr. Frisbie professes to know a lot about Jeff Frederick’s election as chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia.

Last Friday, June 6, Fredericksburg Police Officer Todd Bahr was murdered while investigating a routine domestic disturbance call. He and several other officers were on foot searching for the male suspect when he was shot. Officer Bahr’s tragic death is a stark example of the daily risk that officers face in striving to keep their community safe. 

When I read the editorial in last week’s paper about the remarks Andrea Mitchell of NBC made concerning Barack Obama’s trip to Bristol, Virginia, I was furious.

I would like to respond to Mr. Pete Frisbie’s June 9 “personal congratulations” to Delegate Frederick on the event of Frederick’s election to the chairmanship of the Virginia Republican Party.

As you have heard, most of us will be getting a rebate check to stimulate the economy.