Craig Carper
Craig Carper
Reports from Craig Carper, WCVE Public Radio political contributor.

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Kaine Takes Seat in Senate

After being sworn in as Virginia’s junior senator, Tim Kaine spoke with reporters about the challenges ahead.

Kaine Sworn In Today

Tim Kaine will be sworn in today as Virginia’s Junior Senator. Craig Carper reports.

Richmonders Protest GOP "Plan B"

About 100 Richmonders attended a rally yesterday in Kanawha Plaza to speak against the House Republican Plan B proposal.

Dems Criticize McDonnell’s Implementation of Affordable Care Act

State Democrats are challenging Governor Bob McDonnell on his approach to implementing the Affordable Care Act.

McDonnell Open to Discussing Armed School Personnel

Gov. Bob McDonnell says arming school staffs is worthy of discussion.

Dems Weigh in on McDonnell Budget Amendments

Democrats say Governor Bob McDonnell’s amendments to Virginia’s biennial budget neglect some of the poorest residents of the Commonwealth.

McDonnell Proposes Using Sales Tax Revenue for Transportation

Governor Bob McDonnell’s amendments to the state’s biennial budget include diverting sales tax dollars to transportation and a sizeable payment to the state’s rainy day fund.

McDonnell Chooses Federal Health Exchange

Governor McDonnell has decided not to pursue a state-based health benefits exchange for 2014, in favor of a federally managed exchange.

Bolling Opposes Lifting Uranium Mining Ban

Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling says he will oppose any effort to repeal the state’s 30-year uranium mining ban in 2013. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Offers 2 Percent Raise for Teachers in Exchange for Contract Changes

Governor McDonnell is offering $58.7 million in budget amendments to pay for a 2 percent raise for public school employees, if the General Assembly agrees to contract changes for educators.