Opinion

The Editorial category is a roundup of links to editorials and columns from West Virginia newspapers.

OPINION: Carelessness can cost lives

It was revealed on Monday that a national magazine editor was mistakenly included in a text exchange among top Trump intelligence staff as they traded details about airstrike plans against Yemen rebels. The airstrikes began two hours later and continued into Tuesday morning, killing at least two people. The editor[Read More…]

Op Ed: First Amendment watch: Access denied

The National Newspaper Association is concerned about recent reporting regarding certain journalists being barred from the Oval Office because of style issues regarding the name change to “Gulf of America.” This news coupled with the removal of mainstream media outlets from the Pentagon earlier this month and the lack of[Read More…]

Opinion: West Virginia’s CON laws hurt rural health care — it’s time to repeal them

By Jaimie Cavanaugh, attorney, Pacific Legal Foundation In a recent column, state Delegate Scot Heckert argues that West Virginia’s Certificate of Need (CON) program is needed to protect health care services in rural communities. Unfortunately, his defense ignores clear evidence that these outdated laws reduce access to care and increase patient[Read More…]

Editorial: Local is the heart of the season

The shopping for Christmas and other holidays has already begun, bringing the thrill of the search and the fun of soaking in the brightness and sparkle of the season. This weekend, make a special effort to bring some of your dollars and your Christmas spirit to local shops. Each year,[Read More…]

Opinion: Last

By E. Gordon Gee, President, West Virginia University “Last” can be defined as a conclusion; a time when things are done. However, as I prepare for my final – or last – year at West Virginia University, I am not focused on concluding my tenure as a university president. Instead,[Read More…]

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