Stephen Moret
After a scathing audit, the embattled Virginia Economic Development Partnership is trying to turn itself around. And, as Michael Pope tells us, the group is bringing in new leadership.
After Scandal and Audit, Virginia Economic Development Partnership Brings in New Leadership
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From NPR News- In Michigan, abortion could come down to voters in November June 27, 2022Abortion is still legal in Michigan but it's the subject of litigation, is moving toward the ballot as a state constitutional amendment and will be a big issue in the competitive race for governor.
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- What's happening with Russia's 1st default on foreign debt in a century June 27, 2022The clock ran out on Russia's payments. But there's a twist: Russia does not consider itself in default because the country has the money, just its payments have been blocked by Western sanctions.
- Some of the country's richest people try to influence the Illinois race for governor June 27, 2022Democrat and billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker is not only funding his own campaign but also running ads for GOP frontrunner Darren Bailey. Billionaire Ken Griffin is funding Republican Richard Irvin.
- In Michigan, abortion could come down to voters in November June 27, 2022
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- Sir John Major calls contaminated blood scandal 'incredibly bad luck' June 27, 2022The ex-prime minister's description of the disaster drew gasps from families watching the public inquiry.
- Ukraine war: G7 pledges to stay with Ukraine until the end June 27, 2022Under pressure to be united against Russia, the West promises support "for as long as it takes".
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