Opinions

For Burant

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 13, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am writing in support of Kathy Burant as a representative for the Natural Bridge District on the Rockbridge County School Board.

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First it was the questionable removal of the plaques noting Robert E. Lee’s horse Traveler once resided in the stable, now garage, of the former home of Robert E. Lee and now home of the president of Washington and Lee University. Followed by the removing of the plaque about Traveller’s history on his grave with a cheap pet cemetery plaque with only Traveler’s name and birth and death.

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For Ayers

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 13, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I would like to encourage the voters of the Buffalo District to support Leslie Ayers by casting your votes for her to have another term as a member of our Board of Supervisors. I have known and worked for Leslie and her husband for many years and I can attest they both are genuinely kind and care about the people in our district.

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‘Take Your Vote Seriously’

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 16, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I was shocked that local Democrats chose a recent college graduate to be their state senator candidate. I know very little of Jade Harris, but I do know that she has very little experience in government. In fact, she has limited experience in any career.

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For Clark

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 13, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I have had the privilege of getting to know Michele Clark as a professional and as a member in the community.

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For Whitesell

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 13, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I write to strongly encourage our neighbors and friends in Rockbridge County to vote for Missy Whitesell for Rockbridge County treasurer on Nov. 7.

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For Head

Published on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:00am

Oct. 16, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: As our state senator, Chris Head has represented the 17th District in the House of Delegates since 2012. He currently serves as vice chairman of the House on Health, Welfare and Institutions. He also serves on the committees on Commerce and Energy, Privileges and Elections.