Forty-two years ago today, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in the case of Richard and Mildred Loving, a mixed couple who were barred under Virginia law from marrying. I thought about this case a couple of weeks ago as I met, for the first time, with a man originally from the Philippines … Continue reading 42 years ago: Loving v Virginia
Day: June 12, 2009
Unity Rally Saturday: be there!
Please Join Tim Kaine, Mark Warner, Jim Webb and Our Democratic Nominees Creigh Deeds, Jody Wagner and Steve Shannon at The Democratic Party of Virginia's 2009 Unity Rally Saturday, June 13th 12:00 PM William and Mary Alumni House Corners of Richmond Rd and Stadium Dr Williamsburg, VA 23187 Click here to RSVP
What else happened
While the focus was on the marquee gubernatorial primary, there were other primaries of note around the Commonwealth, including a few in Hampton Roads. 80th House Three candidates were vying for the seat vacated by former Delegate, now Judge Ken Melvin. The winner, Matthew James, was supported by much of the establishment in Portsmouth. James … Continue reading What else happened
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