Day: September 21, 2009

Bob’s world: family policy proposal #7

A look at one of the fifteen policy proposals put forth by Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell in his thesis and the extent to which he attempted to implement the proposal during his career as a legislator and attorney general. Demonstrate a commitment to advocating the traditional family by using one-minute speeches, floor debates, extensions … Continue reading Bob’s world: family policy proposal #7 →

Shields slams O’Bannon on unemployment funds

There's been a lot coming out of the Tom Shields campaign of late. Shields is challenging incumbent Republican John O'Bannon in the 73rd House district. Recently, Governor Tim Kaine has asked the federal government for a $252 million loan to cover unemployment costs. Recall, if you will, that as part of the stimulus package, Virginia … Continue reading Shields slams O’Bannon on unemployment funds →

LG debate Thursday – or not

Over the weekend, a bit of a brouha developed regarding the Lieutenant Governor's debate scheduled for this Thursday before the Prince William Committee of 100. Emails from Democratic candidate Jody Wagner and incumbent Republican Bill Bolling flew fast and furious. It appears that the campaigns cannot agree on the rules. Now, I know getting campaigns … Continue reading LG debate Thursday – or not →

New Deeds ads

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds is releasing three new ads today. The ads are in direct response to recent polling. Opportunity Conversation Why did you? The ads will be run across Virginia.

Virginia Beach candidates’ forum Wednesday

This Wednesday, the Lynnhaven River NOW candidates' forum will feature candidates from the three contested General Assembly races: 21st - incumbent Democrat Bobby Mathieson versus Republican challenger Ron Villaneuva 82nd - incumbent Republican Bob Purkey versus Democratic challenger Peter Schmidt 83rd - incumbent Democrat Joe Bouchard versus Republican challenger Chris Stolle The forum is designed … Continue reading Virginia Beach candidates’ forum Wednesday →

ICYMI: McDonnell 51, Deeds 47

The story broke overnight Saturday: the latest Washington Post poll shows the gubernatorial race tightening, with Republican Bob McDonnell now leading Democrat Creigh Deeds by a mere four points. This is the third poll in the last few days (more on the others here) and this one carries a margin of error of +/- 3%. … Continue reading ICYMI: McDonnell 51, Deeds 47 →