VT prof: More optimistic than others on economic impact of President Trump Ian Price January 20, 2017 1 minute read David Bieri An international affairs expert says although he doesn’t completely agree with President Donald Trump’s proposals, he is more optimistic than some of his colleagues when it comes to their economic impact. As WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Women’s March on Roanoke mimics DC eventNext: Warning: phone scammers threaten power shutoff Related Stories Blacksburg distillery owner throws support behind a bill making its way through the General Assembly Clark Palmer February 4, 2026 0 Natural Shocks at MMT, staged readings this weekend at the Bear Theatre, new art at the Taubman and Eleanor D. Wilson museums Gene Marrano February 4, 2026 0 VBR says first-time holiday marketing campaign was a winner Gene Marrano February 4, 2026 0