While I will continue to look at the fifteen specific policy proposals of Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell as it compares to his legislative record, I find it interesting (and disappointing) for people to try defend his thesis on the basis that it was an academic exercise of a young man. Even McDonnell says differently. … Continue reading McDonnell in his own words →

Monday, the Virginia Education Association put out a press release regarding the education proposal of Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell. The release carried the above title. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell has treated Virginia voters to yet another ‘sleight of hand’ policy proposal when it comes to education funding. “Bob McDonnell’s latest idea to increase … Continue reading “A ‘Clunker’ Without the Cash” →

Support a voluntary parental-leave program by giving tax incentives for businesses that allow lengthy position-protected leaves. Federal law includes the Family and Medical Leave Act, which was enacted in 1993 and requires certain employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for medical circumstances meeting certain criteria. I have been unable to locate … Continue reading Bob’s world: family policy proposal #3 →