In this day and age, we’re often forced to pick between two opinions, but I believe some issues are nuanced and can result in having two seemingly opposing op
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In this day and age, we’re often forced to pick between two opinions, but I believe some issues are nuanced and can result in having two seemingly opposing opinions in one’s head.
For example, one can believe in the ample scientific evidence showing schools are safe places for students where spread of the coronavirus is relatively low. But one can also believe county school systems should have local control over in-person instruction decisions.
I covered the emergency meeting of the West Virginia Board of Education last Wednesday and was taken aback by the pure hostility by some members of the state board at the actions of a handful of county boards of education to remain in remote learning or continue following the previous reopening metrics.
Democrats blast Delegate Jason Barrett for post-election party switch By
Jason Barrett speaks on the floor of the House of Delegates. Perry Bennett/West Virginia Legislative Photography
West Virginia Democratic Party leaders are criticizing Delegate Jason Barrett for his party switch.
Barrett, who just won re-election last month as a Democrat, announced on Friday that he would be switching his registration to Republican.
“Delegate Jason Barrett has prioritized his own political ambitions over the interests and the will of the voters of the 61st District,” stated Rod Snyder, vice chairman of the West Virginia Democratic Party.
“Delegate Barrett was dishonest with his own constituents about the agenda he intends to support in Charleston. The West Virginia Democratic Party and the Berkeley County Democratic Executive Committee will begin working together immediately to find the strongest possible candidate for 2022 to provide an alternative to Delegate Barrett’s self-ser