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Should lack of participation cause concern? "The opportunities to effect real change are a reality for anyone in this community willing to devote the time and effort." Comments (0)
My Point of View More eyes would ease budget issues for county Comments (0) A little advice for the college-bound "Think about it this way: college life is still just that — life. Nothing wrong with taking it seriously but you should still be enjoying it, at least a little." Comments (1) Q&A with Dale Totten Totten, a resident engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation, has been working closely with Powhatan officials on plans for the county’s roadways Comments (0) My Point of View Celebrating a historic fight for justice Comments (2) Is it time to rethink what we call ‘normal’ ? "Of course, this case is unusual; as so many people said, 'this sort of thing just doesn’t happen here.' " Comments (1) |
Question of the Week Aug 27, 2008 › This week’s My Point of View column focuses on the outcry after a recent film featured frequent use of the word “retard.” Do you think that there is any situation in which typically derogatory terms like this can be used — such as comedy — or should they always be off limits? Submit your answer ››
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› A consultant working on the revision of Powhatan’s Comprehensive Plan recently said that the county has more of a “sense of place” than any he has seen. What do you think distinguishes this county? Submit your answer ›› › The media has recently been reporting on the personal indiscretions of former Sen. John Edwards. Do you think this should be a topic of public discourse because he was in the public eye, or should it be left alone because it is a personal matter? Submit your answer ›› View older questions ›› |
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