Day: January 5, 2009

Fishwick out of AG race

I just received the following statement from John Fishwick: It has been a tremendous opportunity to explore the chance to run for Attorney General of  Virginia. I have been encouraged by the significant support for my belief that Virginia needs an Attorney General who will fight for the people. Many have urged me to run … Continue reading Fishwick out of AG race →

Public hearing on budget amendments

The Senate Finance and House Appropriations Committees of the Virginia General Assembly will hold a public hearing on the Governor's proposed amendments to the 2008-2010 state budget, as follows: When: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 12:00 noon Where: Christopher Newport University, Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts (1 University Place, Newport News VA) Those persons wishing … Continue reading Public hearing on budget amendments →

Democrats and Ft. Monroe

Guest post by Steve Corneliussen In 2005 Gov. Mark Warner countenanced Virginia's donation of Fort Monroe to Hampton for narrowly envisioned and financially counterproductive "redevelopment." But now, for the first time, an election campaign is engaging the fundamental issue of who really owns that special place. Prediction: this campaign will increasingly reveal that when it … Continue reading Democrats and Ft. Monroe →