Supporters of casino gaming in Virginia are expecting great things. They should cage expectations with a dose of realism regarding the regulatory and legislative hurdles.
Slow Roll: Casino Gaming In Virginia Could Take 10 Years (Or Longer)
Senate To Vote On Bill Protecting Special Counsel Mueller
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) recently said, “I don’t think he [President Trump] should fire Mueller and I don’t think he’s going to,” following calls from senators to draft legislation to protect Special Counsel Robert Mueller in the midst of the Russia investigation.
Pompeo Confirmed As Secretary Of State With 52-47 Senate Vote
After most Democrats opposed CIA Director Mike Pompeo’s hawkish views on foreign policy, the Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of state on Thursday afternoon.
Class Ranking Ended In Virginia Beach High School System
The Virginia Beach School Board voted this week to end the class ranking system that defined one valedictorian and one salutatorian for each graduating class. Though, does that help with the goal of education?
Could A Single-Payer Healthcare System Work In America?
Progressive politicians and activists argue that a single-payer healthcare system can give Americans the care they need. However, as people argue the economic ramifications of such implementation, many forget the chilling end to the program – people as property of the state.
Secret Recording Reveals NFL Owners Frightened By Trump
Last October, NFL team owners, league executives, and player leaders held a confidential meeting at the league’s headquarters in New York City to address President Donald Trump’s attacks against the player protests.
Chesapeake Bay Grass Surpasses 100,000 Acres. Why Is That Important?
Good news for water-faring creatures; grass in the Chesapeake Bay has surpassed 100,000 acres for the first time in modern history. The aqua-pasture grew for a third straight year, gaining acreage by five percent from 2016 to 2017.
Virginia Senate Reconvenes May 14 For Work On State Budget
On May 14, members of the Virginia State Senate will return to Bank Street in Richmond to finish, hopefully, the two-year state budget, over one month after spending plans from the lower chamber were forwarded.
Killed By a Van? Democrats Don’t Care
Ask them to say, “Vans don’t kill people. People kill people.”
In Bernie Sanders’ America, We All Work For Big Brother
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is getting ready to announce an official proposal that would guarantee a federal job with at least a $15 per hour wage and free health insurance benefits to every American, “who wants or needs one” because in Bernie’s America, we all work for Big Brother.
