Shelia Johnson, co-founder of Black Entertainment Television, has endorsed Republican Bob McDonnell for governor. Johnson, a significant contributor to Governor Tim Kaine, made the endorsement earlier today. From the press release, Johnson said: Make no mistake, these are tough economic times for all Virginians. Unemployment is on the rise and families are struggling to stay … Continue reading BET co-founder endorses McDonnell
Day: July 20, 2009
Monday press conferences
Seems everyone wants to have a press conference today. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds held a press conference this morning in Roanoke where he, along with Senator Mark Warner, announced the Deeds Plan to Jump Start the economy. The press release from that is below the fold. At noon, vpap is holding its first ever … Continue reading Monday press conferences
West office opening 7/30
Please Join Gary West House of Delegates Candidate, District 94 With Local Elected Officials, Candidates, and Campaign Staff For Office Opening Party Thursday, July 30, 2009 - 5pm-8pm At West for Delegate Campaign Headquarters: Teagle Building, 2nd Floor 12284 Warwick Blvd, Suite 2-H Newport News, VA 23606 ___________________________ Contact: manager@garywestfordelegate.com or (757) 874-0492 Campaign Contributions: … Continue reading West office opening 7/30
Moon landing 40 years later
I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the Earth. ~ President John F. Kennedy, May 25, 1961 Although he didn't live to see it, the president's dream was fulfilled 40 years ago today … Continue reading Moon landing 40 years later
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