Stoney ‘has a vision for our city’
Local government is tough. No leader is perfect. But Mayor Levar M. Stoney has led us through difficult times and managed government well with the resources available.
Gray ‘has articulated sound plans’
I love our iconic city. That is why I want the best person to lead it. That person is unquestionably Kim B. Gray.
Why I am supporting Joe Biden
I’ve taken deep pride in my job during the past 20 years as a home care worker. The essential care I’ve provided to my clients — taking them to doctor appointments, reminding them to take their medication, shopping for groceries, …
‘Stop voting for Democrats’
The rampage of shootings in Richmond has caused horrific damage to families and neighborhoods. In August and September, there were a total of 502 shootings in Richmond. Many of these had multiple victims, including fatalities. The problem is out of …
Liberate Washington!
During the era of World War II, there was bipartisan agreement in America on one simple, unavoidable, indisput- able fact — the only good Nazi is a dead Nazi.
Current White House occupant not fit for re-election
People here in Virginia and in other states are saying that Democratic presidental candidate Joe Biden is not fit to be elected president.
FBI ready to help protect election
America’s elections are the foundation of our democracy and protecting them is a top FBI priority.
‘Get Richmond Working’ initiative would help eliminate disparities
Seeing construction cranes in Richmond is nothing out of the ordinary, but the ones that appeared in the wake of George Floyd’s death stood out from the rest.
Farmers to Families Food Box Program greatly helping area households
Thanks goes out to the many churches, ministries and other nonprofit organiza- tions that distribute food boxes to the needy.
More civic engagement is needed before Broad Street rezoning
On Monday, Sept. 28, the Richmond City Council tabled for 30 days a rezoning ordinance allowing 20-story and taller buildings on Broad Street between Belvidere Street and Arthur Ashe Boulevard. This delay benefits all of Richmond because it provides the …
Insisting on transparency and accountability ‘is no red herring’
Re Editorial “Red Herring,” Free Press Sept. 10-12 edition:
Attempt to dampen Lt. Gov. Fairfax’s campaign announcement ‘disappointing’
Lt. Gov. Justin E. Fairfax launched his gubernatorial campaign this past weekend to enthusi- astic crowds at the Fairfax County Courthouse and at Fort Monroe in Hampton.
Please, only vote once; twice in the same election is a crime
I should not have to write this, but as an attorney I feel an obligation to inform those of your readers who might be taking the suggestions of President Trump seriously.
Schools, the pandemic and Biden-Harris’ vision for the future
As a teacher in Accomack County on the Eastern Shore, my colleagues and I would normally be spending this time greeting new classes of students at the door and helping each make the adjustment to new routines and a brand …
Wakanda forever!
Re “Chadwick Boseman, who brought icons to life on the silver screen, dies at 43,” Free Press Sept. 3-5 edition:
