Archive for April 2009
FT debate video part 3
In this segment, the candidates get to ask a single question of one of their competitors. Also included are closing statements.
Supporters of the EFCA stand up to extremists
Guest post by Jonathan Huskey of the Virginia Change that Works campaign. An out-of-state front group rolled into Chesapeake on Saturday to oppose the Employee Free Choice Act. But they didn’t go unanswered, as several folks showed support for this important legislation that would restore balance and give workers a better shot to form a … Continue reading
FT debate video part 2
In this segment, the topics are education and gay marriage.
FT debate video part 1
I did not realize that the internet feed was down until well into the debate. As the result, my backup plan (to record the live feed) didn’t work. Once I realized the problem, I started recording the debate; however, I only got the last 30 minutes or so. To make matters worse, I dropped and … Continue reading
The Pulpit Speaks: April 15-21, 1961
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. “I am the Lord thy God who has brought you out of the land of Egypt and out of the house of bondage.” –Exodus 20:2 Have you ever seen a total wreck? Have … Continue reading
Watch the debate live
The first of the debates between Democratic candidates Creigh Deeds, Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran will be held Sunday at 2pm in Williamsburg. Sponsored by The Farm Team, the debate will be broadcast live over the internet here. Note that you will need to have QuickTime installed on your computer to view the debate. I … Continue reading
Susan Boyle’s got talent
By now, you have probably heard about Susan Boyle, whose performance on Britain’s Got Talent has everyone talking. In case you haven’t seen it, head over to YouTube and check it out. Take that, Simon
Moran endorsements video
While I couldn’t make it to Arlington today for Brian Moran’s Hometown Kickoff Rally, I understand that the video below was shown there. Nice
Congrats, Joe
Congratulations to my friend, Joe Migliozzi, for being appointed to the Norfolk General District Court. Here’s hoping you get confirmed by the General Assembly next year.
Rasmussen: is there a silver lining?
By now everyone has seen the results of the latest Rasmussen poll on the Virginia governor’s race. The results aren’t pretty, although not unexpected. Republican candidate Bob McDonnell enjoys a 10 point lead over Brian Moran, the closest Democratic challenger. He leads Terry McAuliffe by 12 and Creigh Deeds by 15. A couple of points … Continue reading
Shad Planking roundup
The rain managed to hold off for most of the time at the 2009 Shad Planking. It was pretty nippy out there, though, and I’m glad I took an overcoat. Others have written about the events and I’ve posted the three videos of the speeches given by the gubernatorial candidates. Let me share a couple … Continue reading
Shad Planking: Brian Moran
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Brian Moran’s remarks at the Shad Planking.
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