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November 07, 2009

Oppenhagen Column: Confessions of a Redskins hater

I used to be a huge sports fan. Growing up as I did, there wasn’t much choice.


November 06, 2009

LETTER: Where are we heading?

The more I read, hear or see, the more disgusted I get with the direction our country is taking.

REACTION ED: Readers react to Tuesday GOP election win

These are some of the online reader reactions to the Republican sweep of statewide offices in Tuesday’s election.

LETTER: Congratulations to candidates

Congratulations to all candidates. It is a pleasure to have conservatives strongly representing our commonwealth.

Verner Column: Running away

After our parents had rejected our claim that we were no better than indentured servants forced to perform odious chores like making our beds and picking up our clothes, my brother and I resolved to run away; this time for certain.

LETTER: New daily train to Manassas

A new day came to Manassas about five weeks ago that will brighten many lives here and beyond. 

LETTER: A thanks to all who helped

As a long-time resident of Broad Run, I wish to express many thanks to those who made the re-opening of Silver Lake possible.


November 05, 2009

Merli Column: Awaiting the rush

Now that our off-year, off-the-wall election season is finally over and the fall leaves are starting to peak in Prince William, it’s time to concentrate on what will occupy many of us (either on purpose or involuntarily) for the next several weeks: holiday shopping.

Shannon Column: Move along, nothing to see here

Pardon me while I gloat.

EDITORIAL: What about Obama?

The Democrats received a firm trouncing Tuesday night.


November 04, 2009

LETTER: Destruction was a shame

During the recent clearing of properties on U.S. 1 in Triangle, I noticed dozens and dozens of high quality shrubs that were bulldozed over.

Biddlecomb Column: They know who we are

Election Day has come and gone. This means I can come home from work and live in peace.

EDITORIAL: The battle is over; the work begins

The election is over, and though as of the writing of this editorial, the winners have not yet been determined, we do know this: There will be winners and losers.

LETTER: Recognizing Sharon Dravvorn

It was announced recently that Sharon Dravvorn, a Math Teacher at Woodbridge High School, has won the prestigious Milken National Educator Award.

LETTER: Swine flu is real danger

The president has declared the swine flu pandemic a “national emergency” and this will facilitate the implementation of emergency measures by local hospitals. 


November 03, 2009

LETTER: Time to protect our borders

With the current situations in Iraq/Pakistan/Afghanistan and the current Mexican Drug Gang activities in this country, IT IS TIME for us to bring our military home and protect our own borders.

LETTER: Untruth in voting guide

Sunday’s voting guide contains a clear untruth to anyone who can think for themselves.

LETTER: Still class left in politics

The chairs of the Prince William County Democratic and Republican parties recently contacted the Town of Occoquan to express their gratitude for the town’s hospitality at our September Arts and Crafts Show.

Reichley Column: Incivility on the Internet

Today is Election Day, so if you are reading this before the polls close, and you haven’t voted yet, please put down the paper, get in your car and go vote for the Republicans of your choice.

LETTER: For free market health care

There are two competing health care reform arguments: 1) Increased federal involvement; and 2.) Free market health care.

LETTER: Paper fails to report news

As Mayor of Dumfries, I was very disappointed to learn on Oct. 29 that your newspaper will not be reporting on our Oct. 20 Town Council meeting.

EDITORIAL: A plantation field trip for the home schooled

Once upon a time, home schooling was more than a fad — it was the norm.


November 02, 2009

LETTER: Television, then and now

Every time I look at the prime time TV line up, I shake my head and reminisce about the good ole days.

LETTER: Health care reform problems

If anybody wants to state that quite a bit is wrong with the nation’s health insurance system, I’ll agree.

LETTER: Silly editorial board thought

Do you have any analytical thinkers on your editorial board at all? You continue to advocate having the Dumfries Town Council members give up all their pay.

LETTER: Work for no pay not right

It is not right to demand that public servants work for free.

Gray Column: Don’t take the off-off year off

Tomorrow is the one day every year that all of us get a say in things. Yes, Virginia, it’s Election Day.


November 01, 2009

EDITORIAL: Webb, Warner easing into first Senate terms

With elections coming up tomorrow, let’s look back at the state’s rookie senators: Democrats Jim Webb and Mark Warner.

LETTER: Choice sends wrong message

The News & Messenger’s endorsement pick for the 52nd District sends the wrong message to the public about tolerance for bias towards individuals.

EDITORIAL: Get out and vote Tuesday, Nov. 3

Here is the moment when we exhort you to vote.

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