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Why is Ireland making excuses?

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John Gideon

Why is the Secretary of State making excuses for Elections Systems and Software (ES&S), the state’s voting machine vendor? Read More »

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Coal could help nation’s energy needs

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Billy Wayne Bailey

With oil reaching $70 per barrel and gasoline prices inching to $3 a gallon, we all are experiencing the far-reaching effects of America’s continued reliance on foreign oil. It is threatening our homeland security, shaking our economy and placing cumbersome financial strains on our citizens. To help liberate America from energy dependence, I believe West Virginia has the capacity to emerge as a national leader by using one of our most abundant resources to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs.
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It’s time to stop lying: West Virginians deserve the truth

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Jeffrey T. Jones

Once again West Virginia is under attack by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce and the billion-dollar corporations that it represents. The charge? That West Virginia’s courts are the worst in the country.
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Threats, intimidation will not solve state’s lawsuit problem

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Steve Roberts

CHARLESTON — West Virginia has made good strides in the past few years to improve its business climate and to help create opportunities for more West Virginians. Much of this good work has been accomplished because of the leadership and fortitude of our elected officials and because state residents have spoken up that “enough is enough.” Read More »

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