Democrats have crafted a relentless narrative that Republicans are intent on preventing people from voting. It’s based on the ridiculous premise that even the most rudimentary election requirements and safeguards […]
Opinion
Can WVU avoid the austerity spiral?
As West Virginia University faces a $45 million shortfall — and a potential $75 million deficit over the next several years — its top leadership has approved a “reduction in […]
June 25 letters to the editor
STIFs, TIFs not making better communities It’s all well and good that there is new development spurred on by the TIF and STIF districts in the western part of Monongalia […]
Guest essay: More choices in managed care equals savings
by Sen. Mike Oliverio The free market is a good thing. Competition drives up performance and keeps costs low. That is the same in the public sector as the private. […]
Guest essay: Why Biden’s liberal politics must end W.Va. higher education’s financial woes
by Aisha Rizwan Reportedly, West Virginia University is facing a $75 million budget shortfall in the next decade, with $45 million needed in the short term. The faculty is facing […]
Guest essay: Morgantown/Kingwood NAACP serves our community
by Anitra Hamilton The Morgantown/Kingwood Branch of the NAACP appreciates this opportunity to publicize our work with residents of Monongalia and Preston counties. Founded in 1909 in response […]
Easy congressional fix to SNAP
by Mario H. Lopez Among Congress’ 2023 action items is the massive Farm Bill, legislation that is reauthorized every five years. The bill includes federal assistance for low-income families like […]
Want to be more creative?
by F.D. Flam In our competitive society, some consider it a badge of honor to get only four or five hours of sleep a night, or pull all-nighters in the […]
Immigration should be about more than politics
Whichever side of the spectrum you’re on, the topic of immigration has never been more political than it is today. I know because I had to speak in public about […]
Carlson’s ‘free speech’ defense crumbled when he accepted millions from Fox
Tucker Carlson might not work for Fox News anymore, but as their messy public divorce drags on, the unhappily parted pair can’t help making headlines. The latest salvo was fired […]
