Tax Debates, Turning Points USA, and Thomas Jefferson's Birthday

The Virginia Press Room · Apr 13, 2026 · 49m

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Sandy Hausman of Radio IQ, covering the 283rd birthday of Thomas Jefferson.

Nathan Alderman of C-ville Weekly, covering controversy over Turning Point USA's influence in Albemarle County.

David Velasquez of the Daily Progress, covering Albemarle County's debate over raising taxes for housing.

Plus tablets in prisons, UVA's new president, and hiking Old Rag.

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