Social Issues
“Thoughts and Prayers” are Fine, but Legislators Ultimately Must Enact Public Policy
Over the past few days, we've read and heard numerous politicians issuing, essentially,…
Video: President Obama Delivers a Statement on Connecticut Shootings
I grew up and went to elementary school in Newington (not Newtown, but close enough) Connecticut,…
Remember Who to Thank for Your Food on Thanksgiving
From the United Farm Workers Facebook page: Please remember where your food comes from and how it…
Cuccinelli’s World: the Objectivist Nightmare
Your mother phones crying. Your ne'er do well sibling has threatened her; physically shaken…
Video: Trailer for Upcoming Film on the War on Women in Virginia
Given the fact that in two weeks, Virginians will go to the polls to decide, among other things,…
VA Health Commissioner Resigns in Protest Over GOP’s Draconian Abortion Clinic Rules
I wish we'd see a lot more courageous actions like this one, by Virginia Health Commissioner…
Video: More Lunacy from “Bobby” McDonnell’s “Good Friend” Pat…
In this installment, Robertson says that secular government, gay rights, and abortion rights will…
Did Cuccinelli Just Concede the 2013 Gov. Race? VA Board of Health Coup Will Backfire.
by Paul Goldman Pressure from the AG, including a threat not to cover the legal bills of members…
Video: Ellen Highlights an Inspiring Story Out of Roanoke
Click here for the full story of Radford University sophomore Jordan Addison, Richard…
