Commentary

Our Man In Arlington 8-14-2025

One of the recurring obligations about living in Arlington is the need to play tour guide to family and friends when they visit. I appreciate the challenge, as it has

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A Penny For Your Thoughts 8-7-2025

Journalism in the United States is endangered.  Never mind what the First Amendment says about freedom of the press, journalists are under attack simply for what they report on their

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Our Man In Arlington 8-7-2025

When does a “community event” transform into an “important annual community institution”? The answer might simply involve two factors: longevity, and the extent of community participation. How long has the

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A Penny for Your Thoughts July 31

Donald Trump has a penchant for prisons and locking up people – former Presidents, First Ladies, an FBI Director, elected officials, immigrants. Now, his sights seem to be trained on

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Our Man In Arlington August 7-31-2025

Parking spaces and stormwater flow. These are two crucial factors that need to be addressed whenever there is any new development. They are especially critical in residential development, whether it

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Saddam Salim August Column

On July 29th, a Fairfax County Circuit Court decided in favor of a group of 9 Virginia State Senators, myself included, in our suit against the Chairmen of the Board

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