National columnist talks whether civil discourse exists in DC Clark Palmer February 20, 2020 1 min read A national political analyst says an overseas trip with US lawmakers showed there can be civility in Washington. WFIR’s Clark Palmer explains. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Full slate of college basketball this weekendNext: Milk as carrier for heart attack drug? Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025