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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 op

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

sadams@newsandsentinel.com 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 emerg...

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 ov...