Day: November 5, 2008

Dems pick up three Congressional seats in VA

As recently as Monday afternoon, I had a conversation with a political scientist regarding Congressional pickups and he didn't see Virginia Democrats picking up more than one seat - VA-11. I thought it possible that we could get three, but the data just wasn't there to support it. As I write this, not only did … Continue reading Dems pick up three Congressional seats in VA →

Jones elected mayor in Richmond

Del. Dwight Jones has declared victory in the Richmond mayor's race and his chief opponent, William Pantele, has conceded. "I congratulate Dwight Jones. It was an honest victory.  I'm going to support him 100 percent and I'm going to continue working for the city," Pantele said. Jones had already captured four of the city's council … Continue reading Jones elected mayor in Richmond →