Commentary
The Stealth Tax Increase That Remains in The Virginia Budget
A Commentary From The Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public PolicyWhile there has been much celebration at the passage of a new $188 billion biennial budget for Virginia, this deal...
Youngkin Prevents Two Tax Increases, Will Sign Record State Budget
After much political theater, the Virginia General Assembly and Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) have now...
With The Tents At UVA Down, The Blowback Begins
By James A. BaconFollowing the decision to take down the tents in the UVA Solidarity...
Screen Time for Kids, Peace of Mind for Parents
Editors Note: We normally don't run commentaries / articles that promote a company or one...
Congress Values Names More Than Housing for Service Members
By Donald Smith; first published on baconsrebellion.com “Removing the last vestiges of Confederate history from the...
“Zucker-bucks” Threaten Our Election Integrity
Recently, the House Administration Committee, of which I am a member, held a hearing on the use of private funding in our elections. Specifically,...
In General Assembly, Minimum Wages, Paid Leave, Vendor Preferences Lead Surviving 2024 Progressive Agenda Items
By Steve Haner2/15/2024 -- The aggressive progressive agenda working its way through the 2024 General Assembly has lost some steam at the halfway point, but at...
An Update From Senator David Suetterlein: The General Assembly at Crossover
Valentine’s Day also marked the start of the season of Lent and the Virginia General Assembly’s consideration of bills that passed the other chamber....
Dartmouth Reinstated the SAT, Will Virginia Universities Follow Suit?
Dartmouth College is making news regarding its return to using the SAT/ACT scores once again as a part of its admissions process. The policy...
Local Attorney Explains “Murder” vs. “Homicide” Differences
Roanoke Attorney Nick Hagen explains how, even though many believe the terms "murder" and "homicide" are identical, they are actually different. He sheds light...
The VMI Class of 2025’s Elephant in The Room
The Virginia Military Institute (VMI) Rat Mass of 2024+3 is now the Class of ’27. That recognition brings a time to pause and reflect...