David Ashe, the former Marine who took on Thelma Drake in the 2005 2nd Congressional District race, has decided to drop out and join the Kaine administration. Ashe is the second Democratic challenger to leave the race. Eastern Shore businessman Troy Farlow dropped out earlier. That leaves Virginia Beach Commissioner of the Revenue Phil Kellum … Continue reading David Ashe out of 2nd Congressional Race
Day: February 17, 2006
Constitutional Originalism
I was persuing the postings over at the Huffington Post and came across this piece about the originalist interpretation of the constitution by some of our Supreme Court justices. Part of the article: According to originalists, the Constitution severely limits Congress’ authority to prohibit pollution, hazardous working conditions and discrimination; permits state governments to discriminate … Continue reading Constitutional Originalism
Norfolk Council Races Heating Up
May 2 is election day in Norfolk. On the ballot will be five of the council seats. In addition, Norfolk will elect its mayor for the first time since 1916, and the council will increase from its current seven members to eight. Here are the candidates who have announced so far (* indicates incumbent): Mayor … Continue reading Norfolk Council Races Heating Up
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