Natalie Tennant For Secretary of State Innovation, Accountability, A Strong West Virginia

Open and Accountable Government
April 27, 2011
Open and accountable. It’s how I live my life, it’s how I run the Secretary of State’s office, and it’s how I will serve you as Governor of our great state.

It’s simple: West Virginia taxpayers have the right to know how their money is being spent. Every single penny of it. We West Virginians work hard to earn a living, and it’s time we had a government that works as hard as we do. But how do we know what the return on the investment of our tax dollars really is unless we can see that money at work? Read more…

 
The Pothole State
April 20, 2011
West Virginians have lots of different opinions, but I think there’s one thing nearly all of us can agree on these days: the state of our roads is a disgrace.

Take the secondary roads I drive from the farm where I grew up outside of Fairview to Fairmont, for example. These roads are covered in so many potholes to the point it becomes almost sport trying to avoid them. And when you’re unlucky enough to hit one of the big ones, that’s it. Another trip to the repair shop is in store. Read more…

Turning the Tide on Prescription Drug Abuse
April 18, 2011
West Virginia can and should be a leader. From energy to education to tourism, our state has much promise to lead the country in these areas and many more, as we build a stronger future for ourselves and our children.

Invest in Small Businesses
April 11, 2011
Take a stroll down Main Street or talk to manufacturers and it’s clear – small businesses are the backbone of our economy. The same is true in towns and cities across our state. But did you know that fully 97 percent of West Virginia companies are classified as small businesses?

That means two important things. First, these small businesses are a major creator of jobs here in West Virginia. Second, we must do more to ensure our small businesses have access to capital to grow and thrive. Read more…