Fitz Johnson's Oct. 22 op-ed expresses with clarity the need to embrace VRE, public transportation alternatives, and the benefits of offering interested businesses transportation alternatives in the I-95 corridor ["How can Republicans be trying to derail VRE?"].
Arguments to the contrary hinge on excuses about subsidizing commuters, inability to withdraw from VRE, and the cost of gasoline and diesel fuel.
It is unfortunate that the election debate in the Lee Hill and Battlefield districts has been reduced to membership in VRE. Lost in this discussion are all of the other critical issues affecting Spotsylvanians, such as smart growth, taxes, public safety, and comprehensive planning for the inevitable economic recovery.
Supervisors Benjamin Pitts and Gary Skinner have shown in their time on the Board of Supervisors that they have a broader perspective for the future and are listening to the voters of Spotsylvania County.
I encourage voters in the Lee Hill and Battlefield districts to support their two incumbents, Benny Pitts and Gary Skinner.
Diane C. Kuechler
Spotsylvania