Month: August 2009

Planned Parenthood launches site: Backwards Bob

Planned Parenthood Virginia PAC has launched a new website aimed at Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell. The site seeks to "educate voters about McDonnell’s real record on women’s health." The site features this video: Bob McDonnell’s positions on reproductive health care put him at odds with the vast majority of Virginians. It’s not just that … Continue reading Planned Parenthood launches site: Backwards Bob →

Abbott announces ethics reform plan

In a conference call this morning, 93rd House district Democratic candidate Robin Abbott announced a plan to bring accountability and transparency to Virginia's virtually non-existent ethical process. "Until we reform the backroom deals, hold our lawmakers accountable for their actions, and insist on transparency, we cannot move Virginia forward," Abbot said. Her proposal focuses on … Continue reading Abbott announces ethics reform plan →

Join Bobby Scott & Gary West 8/29

You're invited to join Special Guest Congressman Bobby Scott for an evening on the James in support of Gary West House of Delegates Candidate, District 94 Attended by Delegate Jeion Ward Hosted by Deborah & Stuart Saunders Lisa & Charles Stern Nancy & Jerry Franklin Victoria & Gene Magruder _____________________ August 29, 2009 VIP Reception - … Continue reading Join Bobby Scott & Gary West 8/29 →

Hamilton: “I can’t find anything”

The Democratic Party of Virginia filed a Freedom of  Information request with Del. Phil Hamilton, seeking records related to his relationship with Old Dominion University. Yesterday, the response was received (click to enlarge). The upshot is that he couldn't locate any records. Allison Jaslow, the new communications director for the DPVA said: It's remarkable that … Continue reading Hamilton: “I can’t find anything” →

Stop the madness

Aren't there any grownups at the DPVA or on the Deeds campaign? It appears not. Whoever the idiot is that is feeding pictures and other information to Ben Tribbett needs to stop - now. In case you haven't noticed, all that such behavior does is come back to bite the  Deeds campaign in the rear. … Continue reading Stop the madness →

Portsmouth council asks for mayor’s resignation

In the ongoing saga of Portsmouth Mayor James Holley, the remaining members of City Council have asked for him to retire immediately. Some citizens have begun circulating a petition (pdf) asking the mayor to resign. The petition, however, is not a recall petition. The mayor refuses to resign. In a statement he read last night, … Continue reading Portsmouth council asks for mayor’s resignation →

It’s a small world

A little over a year ago, I participated in a forum on race and politics, hosted by the 200+ Men. One of the members of the panel was Tom Shields, director of the Center for Leadership in Education at the University of Richmond, seen here on the far left of the photo. What I didn't … Continue reading It’s a small world →

VEA and NEA endorse West

Democratic candidate Gary West has obtained the endorsement of the Virginia Education Association and the National Education Association. West is challenging Republican incumbent Glenn Oder in the 94th House district in Newport News. The entire press release is below the fold. EDUCATORS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR DELEGATE CANDIDATE, GARY WEST In an effort to unseat his … Continue reading VEA and NEA endorse West →