Virginia Beach At-Large Race

An election or a reality show?

Whether you love them or hate them, you can't help but agree that reality shows have completely changed the contemporary American scene. It now appears that the November 2, Virginia Beach at-large race with its complex variations of alliances pales those ever contrived on “Big Brother” or “Survivor”

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Light Rail Myth #7

Light rail and jobs.

Now that a commercial developer-led light rail advocate community organization is dawning on the horizon, a series of public relations myths will befall the unsuspecting public. In a weekly series, I will attempt to anticipate these fantasies and dispel them with a reality statement and supporting data.

The Myth: Light rail transit construction is a good way to provide jobs.

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Light Rail Myth #6

Light rail and urbanization

Now that a commercial developer-led light rail advocate community organization is dawning on the horizon, a series of public relations myths will befall the unsuspecting public. In a weekly series, I will attempt to anticipate these fantasies and dispel them with a reality statement and supporting data.

The Myth: Light rail transit promotes superior urban form.

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Light Rail Myth #5

Light rail cost effectiveness

Now that a commercial developer-led light rail advocate community organization is dawning on the horizon, a series of public relations myths will befall the unsuspecting public. In a weekly series, I will attempt to anticipate these fantasies and dispel them with a reality statement and supporting data.

The Myth: Light rail transit is cost-effective.

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