Archive for March 2009
Spring forward
What an absolute waste of precious time. Not being a morning person, it’s hard enough to get up as it is. And this time of the year — for me at least — taking an hour out of days that are already too short is ridiculous. I’ll repeat my annual request: pick one time and … Continue reading
The Pulpit Speaks: October 11, 1958
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Sometime ago, I read one of the most interesting books it has been my pleasure to read. It was entitled “Mankind At The Crossroads,” by Henry C. Link. One of the oddities of … Continue reading
Hampton Dems event Sunday
The Hampton Democratic Committee is hosting a Mix’n With Dem’s -Candidate Round Up and Hampton Democrats Kick Off this Sunday, March 8, 2009 from 3pm-5:30 pm at The Hampton History Museum (120 Olde Hampton Lane, Hampton Va 23669). The minimum contribution is $12.00 (students under 21 with ID $5.00 – proceeds will be donated to … Continue reading
Signer coffee break: 50,000 jobs
Mike Signer, candidate for LG, released his latest Coffee Break video Friday. In it, he discusses his plan to create or save 50,000 jobs in Virginia. The plan is available here.
EXCLUSIVE: Rich Savage exits LG race
Rich Savage, the Richmond political consultant, has decided to suspend his campaign for lieutenant governor. In a phone call this morning, Savage said he is proud of the race that he ran. He leaves with his head held high, having “raised the bar” on the issues, particularly his passion, education. Savage said that ecomonic conditions … Continue reading
Who is Mike Signer?
Public Policy Polling released a poll (pdf) Tuesday that focused on the Democratic candidates for governor. Included in the poll was the question shown on the left, covering the candidates for Lieutenant Governor. The majority of those surveyed – 73% – have not made up their minds in this race. With a margin of error … Continue reading
American Idol 03/05/09: The wildcard round
Eight hopefuls competed tonight for the final three spots in the top 12. The three were chosen by the four judges: Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Paula Abdulm, and new this year, Kara DioGuardi. Kicking off tonight’s show was Jesse Langseth. I think she did a great job on the song and put on a great … Continue reading
Moran visits SWVA
Brian Moran traveled through southwest Virginia last week, discussing his plan for health care. Here is a bit of video of the trip. Also, today the Moran campaign announced that he has been endorsed by Williamsburg mayor Jeanne Zeidler. Great job, Brian!
Stolle for…
… sheriff. Or maybe Congress. State Sen. Ken Stolle said Wednesday that he might run for Virginia Beach sheriff if incumbent Paul Lanteigne does not seek re-election this year. [...] Stolle, 54, said he also has been urged to run for Congress next year against Democrat Glenn Nye, the newly elected 2nd District incumbent. The … Continue reading
American Idol 03/04/09: Three more finalists
There were some good and not so good performances Tuesday night. Three of them were chosen, based on public votes, to compete in the top 12. First chosen was Lil Rounds, the R&B singer who closed the show last night. It will be interesting to see how she performs in the competition. The seond choice … Continue reading
American Idol 03/03/09: The last 12
Tonight, the last group of 12 contestants performed. From this group, viewers will choose three more finalists, to be announced tomorrow night. First up was Von Smith. He has a pleasant enough voice but there is aomething missing that I can’t put my finger on. Maybe it’s the “show tunes” kind of presentation. Seventeen year … Continue reading
Moran news
Brian Moran is on the radio in Hampton Roads. Here is the new ad. (If the player isn’t showing, you can listen here.) And Kenton takes a look at the latest poll data.
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