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Editorials
Going too far
8/19/2008
Proposals to push out day laborers would affect everyone | 0 comments - ›› more ...
Fairfax has done its part on parks
8/19/2008
Reply to “Urban standards for parks-the wrong policy,” by Robert H. Jackson, Fairfax County Times, 6/25/08In his recent article criticizing the Park Authority’s urban park standards, Robert Jackson suggests that Fairfax County should follow New York City’s lead in establishing new parkland. Mr. Jackson trumpets New York’s acquisition of 300 ... | 0 comments
Gas prices and oil companies
8/19/2008
I am very concerned with the false hope that Americans are putting into off-shore drilling. If Nancy Pelosi does decide to lift the 30-year moratorium on drilling it will be up to our representatives in Congress to stand strong and make the most practical decision not the most politically conniving. ... | 0 comments
Park comment out of context
8/18/2008
In communicating my concern over cuts to Fairfax County Parks to Ms. Winnie Shapiro and Supervisor Sharon Bulova, I can assure you that neither support the proposed cuts to lakefront parks. The quote attributed to Ms. Shapiro in in your article "Park programs in jeopardy" on Aug. 13 was taken ... | 0 comments
Supporting Lusk's run
8/15/2008
Thanks for the great article on Lee District Planning Commissioner Rodney Lusk's run in October's Army Ten-Miler to raise money for the construction of a handicap accessible treehouse and recreation area in Lee District Park. To make contributions and for more information about this unique project, contact:The Fairfax County Park ... | 0 comments
Fimian's priorities are in order
8/12/2008
Keith Fimian has repeatedly stated that issues like energy, economy, and national security are more important than cultural issues, and I think he's right. While social issues like abortion rally the activists, rising gas prices and falling home values affect everyone, and we need a congressman that will be responsive ... | 0 comments