At today's press conference, Democratic senate candidate and former governor Mark Warner along with former governor George Allen expressed support for bipartisan redistricting. Joining Governor Tim Kaine and LG Bill Bolling was Democratic caucus chair Brian Moran. Moran issued this statement: This significant improvement to our representative democracy continues to gain support. The current partisan … Continue reading M Warner, Allen support bipartisan redistricting
Day: January 29, 2008
Paula Miller on the homestead exemption
Here is my delegate, Paula Miller, talking about the homestead exemption, HB11. Great job, Del. Miller! Del. Bob Brink also weighed in. You can catch his video over at Assembly Access.
Bolling supportive of bipartisan redistricting
Add LG Bill Bolling's name to those who support bipartisan redistricting. According to The Richmond Times-Dispatch, Bolling endorse the proposal today, along with the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. In a letter to fellow Republicans, Bolling said now is an ideal time to promote bipartisan redistricting because the Senate is held by Democrats and the House … Continue reading Bolling supportive of bipartisan redistricting
Tuesday update (01/29): Payday lending
Weekly update of my legislative agenda issue. Still no action on any of the payday lending legislation I previously listed. It appears that the conversation is continuing on reaching a compromise. In the meantime, take a look at this article from The Virginian Pilot. Lenders are targeting middle-income neighborhoods, usually near shopping malls, and avoiding … Continue reading Tuesday update (01/29): Payday lending
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