Day: June 28, 2006

Should have vetoed the estate tax repeal

Governor Tim Kaine managed to find nearly $29 million in unspent balances, savings and higher-than-expected lottery yields. So he proceeded to propose spending the money on a number of projects, including $1.4 million for Norfolk State University's library. In all, the governor proposed 36 amendments to the $72 billion budget presented to him on June … Continue reading Should have vetoed the estate tax repeal →

Norfolk school board to have black majority

I can't tell you how surprised I was that to read that the Norfolk City Council has appointed a majority black school board. Everyone quoted in the article tried to downplay the significance of this: Fraim said race was not discussed in the closed session. "Race might be an issue for some, but it wasn't … Continue reading Norfolk school board to have black majority →

Beach elections moving to November

In a 7-3 vote, the Virginia Beach city council has decided to move its municipal elections from May to November. The first elections will be held in November 2008, adding 6 months to the terms 5 of the council members, including mayor Meyera Oberndorf, a longtime proponent of the move. As previously mentioned, I think … Continue reading Beach elections moving to November →

I’m back!

I got in late last night. Had a great trip to Upper Michigan, near the Canadian border. I actually went into Canada for dinner Monday night. The most amazing thing about that part of the country? The length of the days. Sunset at 9:30 pm was pretty amazing.