December 2006
Ask many Virginia voters why they cast a ballot for Gov. Timothy M. Kaine a year ago, and they won't hesitate to answer: because he promised to do something about traffic. -- By Michael D. Shear, December 31, 2006; Washington Post
New Traffic Rules Established in Va.
Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine announced approval of a regulation Friday that will give the commonwealth's Department of Transportation more input in local land-use decisions. -- By Joe Rogalsky, December 30, 2007; The Examiner
The Latest Captive Market: Commuters
It's time to tackle the hot topic on everyone's mind this New Year's weekend -- congestion pricing. -- By Steven Pearlstein, December 30, 2007; Washington Post
Free-Ride Program Aims to Keep Drunken Drivers Off the Roads
New Year's Eve revelers in the Washington area can receive a free lift home through the SoberRide program. -- By Joe Rogalsky, December 29, 2007; The Examiner
Maryland Dedicates Yet Another Portion of a Road to a Politician
I find this hard to put into context, to understand, to rationalize, but the state of Maryland has just dedicated a portion of a road to a retiring state senator. This seems to be an honor that is becoming more and more common. -- By Steve Eldridge, December 28, 2006; The Examiner
