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- 1Guest column asks whether open primaries and ranked-choice voting can curb polarization▼Can open primaries and ranked-choice voting reduce political polarization? | Guest column
A guest column in the Richmond Times-Dispatch examines whether open primaries and ranked-choice voting could reduce political polarization in the United States. The piece weighs electoral reforms that let independents vote in primaries and allow voters to rank candidates, arguing such changes could incentivize politicians to appeal beyond their partisan base rather than to the most extreme primary electorate.
- 2Young entrepreneur expands spa business in Ashland▼‘Start small and just build’: Young entrepreneur expands spa business in Ashland
A young entrepreneur in Ashland, Virginia, has expanded her spa business, crediting a simple philosophy: 'Start small and just build.' The growth story, reported by Richmond BizSense, highlights how modest beginnings and steady reinvestment have allowed the wellness venture to grow in the Richmond-area suburb. It is being read as an encouraging example for other young founders weighing whether to launch with limited resources.