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Webb: Gas and oil exploration must respect the environment

“Any plan to permit the exploration of gas and oil resources off of Virginia’s coast must be respectful of our environmentally sensitive coastal region and be consistent with applicable state laws.
“I plan to work with Governor Kaine and other stakeholders to ensure that any such exploration protects the Commonwealth’s natural resources and local economies [...]

Importance of Civil War battlefield preservation

Mr. President, I rise today to discuss an issue that has held a special place in my life for many years, the preservation of our nation’s civil war battlefields. Our historic battlefields–outdoor classrooms where visitors may walk in the very footsteps of heroes from past generations–are under threat. More than 200,000 acres of [...]

Annual Spring Dinner April 28

Saturday, April 28th at 6 P.M.
Gate City Middle School
Covered Dish - $7 Admission
Come out and meet your fellow Democrats and take time to discuss your concerns with our guest speaker, Congressman Rick Boucher.