Sequester cuts, lack of compromise will hit Virginia hard
February 27, 2013
It comes as no surprise to anybody that Congress is struggling to do its job these days. “Kicking the can down the road” has become an all-too common saying inside the beltway.
Student overconfidence hinders potential
January 22, 2013
Nobody ever said a little self-confidence is a bad thing, but being overconfident to the point of feeling entitled, however, is. That is exactly what is happening with our generation, as college students feel more entitled than ever before.
Polar Politics: Democrats need to make concessions in fiscal cliff negotiations
December 5, 2012
I really hate to do have to do this again. After a presidential election that centered on the economy, jobs and taxes, it is almost sad that I am writing yet another article on the very same issue.
Romney provides opportunities, not hand-outs
November 1, 2012
Although the student debt issue has been overshadowed this election cycle by many other issues, it remains a very important issue for college students wondering how they will pay off student loans. Student debt in this country has now exceeded $1 trillion; that's more than the nation’s credit card debt.
Governor Bob McDonnell's policies benefit Blacksburg economy
October 29, 2012
The McDonnell administration has been very good to Virginia, with the economy being much stronger than other parts of the country.
Polar Politics: Mitt Romney excels on issues in second presidential debate
October 22, 2012
People on both sides of the political aisle highly anticipated last week’s presidential debate.
Coal mine layoffs, shutdowns result from government regulation
September 26, 2012
In 2008, then-presidential candidate Barack Obama said, “So if somebody wants to build a coal-powered plant, they can. It’s just that it will bankrupt them,” in an interview for the San Francisco Chronicle.
Polar Politics: Obama's plan will raise taxes on everyone, inhibit economy
September 10, 2012
the question remains, which candidate actually has the best tax plan that will both stimulate The American economy and keep a little extra money in Americans’ pockets?
Polar Politics: Democratic National Convention
September 6, 2012
After last week's Republican National Convention, here's what two of our writers thought of Obama and the DNC
Polar Politics: Republican National Convention achieves its goals
August 30, 2012
With the entire media world focused on the the GOP, it was able to put forth a message people can identify with.