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COLUMN — Heavy hand of government is overriding equality

As the session came to its end on Saturday, it is important for people to understand that what ...

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COLUMN — Drop boxes for ballots become permanent

The 2021 Session of the General Assembly is rapidly winding down. We are in the throes of the ...

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COLUMN — Black history and America’s future

Black History Month, sometimes called African American History Month, occurs every year in February. Officially recognized by then-President ...

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COLUMN — Virginia wasn’t ready for vaccine distribution

Three issues have been causing turmoil for a year: unemployment, schools and vaccines. Gov. Ralph Northam closed down ...

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COLUMN — Democrat priorities have changed over the years

When I was growing up, I knew my father was a Democrat. In the 50s and 60s, if ...

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COLUMN — Be brave enough to reach out a hand of healing

I wonder, have we reached the level of preservation and appreciation of African American History? February is Black ...

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COLUMN — Three examples of absurd politics provided

Example 1 Some legislators believe that we should eliminate the death penalty, claiming moral reasons despite that it ...

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COLUMN — Questions answered about vaccination push

The safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are a great achievement and cause for hope. But doses are limited ...

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COLUMN — We got tired

We got tired of living under the “Black codes,”  that were put in place after the Emancipation Proclamation ...

COVID-19

Dr. Nash answers vaccination questions

By H. Robert Nash  Piedmont Health District Director The safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are a great achievement ...

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