Opinion

Virginia's increased driving fees draw sharp criticism

Widespread opposition from Virginia drivers over the state's recently imposed abusive driver fees, which range from $750 for driving on a suspended license to $3,000 for motor vehicle-related felonies, may soon apply to out-of-state drivers as well, lawmakers say. The new regulations, which Virginia lawmakers designed to raise $65 million for much-needed transportation projects, took effect July 1 and is at the nexus of a conflict that has resulted in differing court opinions and a patchwork of laws throughout Virginia. All 140 seats in the Virginia General Assembly are up for election this November, which has led many state lawmakers, sensing the unpopularity of the fees, to distance themselves from Gov.

The new gym essentially sucks

I'll be brief. For four years, I've awaited the new gym. Our old one was a joke ?\0xAD a very bad joke.

Ethical behavior might save Richmond teams

After three and a half years following Richmond athletics, I have seen it all. I have seen good teams and bad teams, great games and miserable games.

What's the indifference?

Last Thursday, my grandmother passed away. It was not a shock since she had Alzheimer's disease and contracted pneumonia the week before.

Bush eloquent, Webb pointless

President George W. Bush delivered an impressive and politically specific State of the Union address last Tuesday night, talking about issues and his vision to make America a better place.

Nuclear hypocrisy

On Dec. 18, 2006, the U.S.-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Promotion Act became law, having been passed by both houses of Congress and signed by the president.

The Rev. James Lawson spoke true to King's legacy

In my three and a half years as a student at the University of Richmond, I have never, until now, felt compelled to write into the opinion section. Congratulations, Paul Negrin.

Iraq needs a Prince

In the early 16th century, a young Italian patriot sat nightly in his study, reading and writing with a missionary fervor.

Cartoon: WILDlife of UR — "Popped Chameleon"

Lawson's speech inappropriate for MLK Day

I enjoyed the university's celebration ceremony of Martin Luther King Day ... until the Rev. James Lawson spoke. Before I explain why, I want to set the record straight.