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Closing remarks to the League of Women Voters, Oct. 26

  • November 3rd, 2009
  • Posted in Politics

Here are my closing remarks during the second League of Women Voters candidate forum on Oct. 26, 2009: In recent weeks, I have learned just how tough local elections can be. I have spoken with I-don’t-know-how-many voters. I have knocked on hundreds of doors. I have given my pitch to many groups, from the Student Government [ READ MORE ]

‘Smart growth’ in Blacksburg

  • November 3rd, 2009
  • Posted in Politics

My Oct. 14 letter to the Collegiate Times outlined my definition of smart growth: ‘Smart growth’ in Blacksburg What does “smart growth” mean, anyway? In 2002, developer Bob Pack made plans for a 100,000-square-foot, two-building complex known as Kent Square. He envisioned office, retail and residential spaces in close proximity and sought $2 million in public funds for [ READ MORE ]

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