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WEST VIRGINIA RECORD

Friday, March 29, 2024

Opinions


Why won't anyone talk about the non-citizens voting amendment?

By Chris Dickerson |
You’d think someone in charge would publicly stand up and say they want this issue to be taken up in the coming weeks when the governor calls a special session to deal with issues related to the state budget. Right? Well, guess again.

Properly affording government services: Economics 101

By Eric J. Tarr |
If legislators continue to demand an increase in base spending that equals or outpaces economic growth, we will never reach the point of properly affording government services

West Virginia at the forefront of U.S. cybersecurity, cloud computing

By Cory Simpson |
CHARLESTON – To keep pace with our ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, the Center for Strategic and International Studies has established a 30-member Commission focused on accelerating the adoption of cloud computing by federal agencies.

Under the Capitol dome, West Virginia Republicans lack consistency

By Hoppy Kercheval |
For years, Republicans complained when the Democrats were in charge that they could do whatever they wanted. The minority voice was like spitting in the wind, and GOP complaints about one party rule were legitimate.

Speaking of transparency and honesty

By Chris Dickerson |
Our leaders continually tell us they’re looking out for us and have our best interests at heart. But anyone who looks around at the real state of the State of West Virginia knows that simply isn’t true.

Protect West Virginia from the unfair carbon border tax

By Dr. Bill Bissett |
CHARLESTON – A recent survey by the American Energy Alliance shows that likely voters in eight key states want to see elected officials in Washington grow the economy and address inflation rather than focus on climate change.

Biden's LNG export pause must meet a strong response

By J.B. McCuskey |
CHARLESTON – In yet another astonishing move by the Biden administration, federal regulators are now placing a pause on Liquified Natural Gas, or LNG, exports leaving the United States to countless buyers around the world.

State Supreme Court is doing transparency the wrong way

By Chris Dickerson |
For a government body that touts itself as being open and transparent, the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals sure has a funny way of showing it.

State should pursue best-in-nation licensing reform

By Ed Gaunch |
CHARLESTON – When regulations make it hard to earn a living, West Virginians suffer.

Left swings and misses at discrediting education freedom in the Mountain State

By Jason Huffman and Garrett Ballengee |
Parents and students should be trusted with the robust educational choices they deserve.

In these uncertain times throughout the world, the United States must focus on peace

By Mac Warner |
This Veterans Day, we will once again honor our military veterans, all those living who have raised their right hands and sworn to defend us and our Constitution. They deserve our appreciation and utmost respect; they are the real Peacemakers. We thank God for them.

Lawsuits could have major impact on real estate industry

By Nigel Jeffries |
The plaintiffs in both class-action suits are home sellers who previously listed their properties on different Multiple Listing Services (“MLS”). Both class-action cases challenge the National Association of Realtors' adoption and implementation of a cooperative compensation rule for listing brokers and buying brokers.

Student loan debt is not the responsibility of taxpayers

By Crescent Gallagher |
Now’s the time to move away from the status quo and find innovative solutions that empower students to make decisions about what’s best for their lifetime of education. 

West Virginia businesses can help fight human trafficking

By Mac Warner |
CHARLESTON – On October 10, the West Virginia Secretary of State's office officially launched West Virginia Businesses Against Trafficking (WVBAT), a statewide coalition of businesses and business owners who will use their storefronts and facilities to raise awareness of the state’s “You Can” campaign against human trafficking.

Hamilton: Economic development efforts should include coal

By Chris Hamilton |
Gov. Jim Justice recognizes the incredible importance of coal to reliable power generation, steelmaking, and the economic impact these industries have on West Virginia. The coal industry can do even more with additional focus and attention by our state’s leading economic development agency.

Warner: Hurricane High is just the latest target of America's cancel culture

By Mac Warner |
You can’t cancel history and we must defend all who fight for and protect our freedoms from the target of cancel culture. While they are busy burning down America, we will continue to defend her at all costs.

Morrisey: We must do all we can to stop nitazenes, xylazine from gaining a foothold in West Virginia

By Patrick Morrisey |
We can’t allow nitazenes and xylazine to proliferate. We need early, actionable information to swiftly counter this threat. When such threats arise, we depend on the DEA to act quickly and forcefully. This is why my office will work hand-in-hand with our partners to stop these poisons in their tracks before it’s too late.

Capito: Addressing America’s PFAS issue can't wait forever

By Chris Dickerson |
If we care about protecting our families from the health and environmental threats of PFAS in our air, water, and soil, we must support a “polluter pays” model and develop real solutions that actually address contamination.

Letter to the Editor: Tarr and his constituents must be proud

By Tim Tomon |
After reading Senator Eric Tarr's hilarious and nonsensical commentary, I wanted to write and point out his obvious need for guidance from someone.

WVU, Gee making right changes to move ahead

By Craig Blair |
What is taking place at WVU right now is not unprecedented. It’s happening across the country as colleges and universities deal with the reality that our workforce is changing, and a four-year degree isn’t what it used to be.