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Here are this week’s offerings:

Midlothian Leviathan
The impact of a Midlothian commuter rail project on the Richmond region could be enormous — if Chesterfield County puts into place the necessary zoning and special tax districts.
by James A. Bacon

Double Shot
Virginians are finally debating the convoluted new law that punishes “abusive drivers” twice: with fines and fees. A little late, but better than never.
by Doug Koelemay

Still No Exit
Earth is the only biosphere we’ve got. Gliese 581-C-A, the closest potentially earth-like planet yet discovered, is 20 light-years away. We must build a sustainable civilization here at home.
by EM Risse

Slow and Unsteady
Economic growth will slow in Virginia next year. Short-term, we must restrain state government spending to match. Long-term, we need to devise a fix for boom-bust budgeting.
by Michael Thompson

A Party Divided Shall Stand
Discord in the Republican Party is a sign of healthy struggle between the People and politicians who have been co-opted by the political system.
by James Atticus Bowden

Annoy a Politician
Bypass the political establishment: Support an Initiative & Referendum amendment to the state constitution.
By Norman Leahy

Nice & Curious Questions
The Tribes of Virginia: American Indians in the Commonwealth
by Edwin S. Clay III and Patricia Bangs