CAMPAIGN NEWS

A Shift Away from Community Responsibility There was a time when corporate leaders understood that their success was tied to the well‑being of the workers they hired and the towns they called home. Employers invested in schools, parks, and civic life because they recognized a simple truth: strong communities create strong companies.

Jefferson County has always been uniquely tied to the federal workforce. With thousands of residents employed by federal agencies—directly, through contractors, or in mission ‑support roles—national budget fights don’t feel distant here. It hits home. … more

Every family in West Virginia understands “kitchen table economics.” You sit down, look at what’s coming in, look at what’s going out, and make choices based on what matters most. You invest in your kids, your home, your future. You cut back on the things that don’t strengthen your family. State government should work the same way. When West Virginia passes a budget, it’s more than a spreadsheet. It’s a statement of values. It tells us what our leaders believe is worth invest