Opinions
Not so proud and haughty now
“Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”
Manchin can support a stronger West Virginia
CHARLESTON – As West Virginia’s economy recovers from years of federal regulatory overreach, the Mountain State received welcome news from President Donald Trump in the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court.
Justice Davis joins Loughry on the hot seat
Justice Allen Loughry is not the only one under scrutiny during the House Judiciary Committee’s impeachment proceedings. Justice Robin Davis’ “questionable behavior” has prompted one legal reformer to recommend additional lines of inquiry.
Bipartisanship brings loan program expansion for small businesses
Small Business 7(a) Lending Oversight Reform Act means more capital for growth
Allen Loughry doesn’t exert much influence anymore
More than $40,000 spent on “working lunches” during a five-year period. More than $100,000 spent framing photographs and artwork. More than $1.5 million spent renovating justices’ chambers, one third of which went to Robin Davis’ office alone.
Continuing the fight against opioid abuse
Continuing the fight against opioid abuse @WestVirginiaAG
Safety tip: hazardous products are hazardous
No one would want to go through what Frank McClung went through, but few of the myriad users of Rid-It ever have – which belies his claim that the product was unsafe and lacked instructions for proper use.
Kavanaugh's nomination is part of Trump's dedication to America's comeback
CHARLESTON – During his campaign in 2016, President Trump ignited the people of this country with his simple, hopeful message: He promised that he would make America great again. He believed simple concepts like lower taxes, fewer job-killing regulations, and a consistent, principled Supreme Court would be cornerstones in writing America’s comeback story.
Manchin should vote 'yes' to confirming Kavanaugh to U.S. Supreme Court
With his recent nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to replace Justice Kennedy, President Trump is continuing his effort to make good by the American public. Now, it is time for Senator Joe Manchin to keep his promise and put West Virginians first by voting to confirm Judge Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court.
A matter of public record
If some document or piece of information is a matter of public record, how can a public servant withhold it from the public?
Local foods, state parks are a healthy, wealthy combination
Let’s work toward a healthier West Virginia by utilizing the great outdoors to inspire healthier lives
The impeachment of Justice Allen Loughry
There’s something to be said for catharsis, not that anyone looks forward to it. In fact, most people do everything they can to avoid it. But, like banging your head against the wall, it does feel better when you’re through.
Safeguarding West Virginia coal jobs
CHARLESTON – Many know that West Virginia coal powers the nation, however, far fewer people realize and appreciate its significance to the steel industry.
'You can’t have a scofflaw as a judge’
Despite his claims of innocence, suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry should resign “for the common good of the state, the court, and the judiciary.”
Decisions are made by those who show up
CHARLESTON – There’s an old episode of "The West Wing" in which the President stands in front of a crowd of students and tells them, “Decisions are made by those who show up.” It’s a truth I wish our Governor would learn and take to heart.
Getting a class action certified is easy in West Virginia
Three customer complaints – about a nominal environmental fee included in their contracts when they rented U-Haul trucks – have morphed into a class action suit.
U.S. Supreme Court upholds Ohio, West Virginia voter registration process
CHARLESTON – Earlier this month, the United States Supreme Court handed a victory to West Virginia’s efforts to run fair and clean elections. This victory goes to our 55 county clerks and our dedicated elections staff who work day in and day out to ensure the integrity of our voter registration system.
Shale boom could benefit West Virginia economy but hurt landowners
CHARLESTON—The recent shale boom could benefit West Virginia's economy in different ways, but could also harm surface owners' rights.
Do the right thing, Justice Loughry: Resign
Pomp and circumstance have their place. It’s good to show respect for authority figures, even if the persons occupying positions of authority are flawed mortals just like the rest of us, as they always are.
Allen Loughry and 'The Sordid and Continuing History of Political Corruption in WV'
MORGANTOWN – One of the books in my office that I reference often is by Allen Loughry. “Don’t Buy Another Vote. I Won’t Pay for a Landslide. The Sordid and Continuing History of Political Corruption in West Virginia.”