Archive for October 2009
Another campaign finance loophole
Virginia’s campaign finance structure is based on one thing: transparency. Of course, such transparency supposes that the reports are true and accurate, something I question fairly regularly. I’m from the old “trust but verify” school of thought and wish there were an audit requirement for the reports. But today’s Virginian-Pilot mentions something else: the campaign … Continue reading
Only LG debate tonight at 7pm
The only debate of the election season between Bill Bolling, the incumbent Republican Lieutenant Governor, and his Democratic opponent, Jody Wagner, will take place tonight at 7pm at Roanoke College. The event will be streamed live over the internet here. Consider this an open thread to discuss the debate.
About the budget process
Adam Rhew of NBC29 sat down with five Virginia governors and talked about a number of issues. (The video is available here.) Participating were current governor Tim Kaine and former governors Linwood Holton, Doug Wilder, George Allen and Jim Gilmore. The entire interview is worth a watch. One point that Wilder brought up is the … Continue reading
Norment: exhibit 9,999,999 for FT legislature
“It’s just an inherent situation when you have a part-time citizen legislature where people are coming from a diversity of backgrounds and employment experiences. And I don’t think there’s anything inherently insidious about that. The amount of money that you are paid as a part-time legislator, unless you’re independently wealthy, necessitates that all of us … Continue reading
To wed or not to wed
There was an article in the local newspaper the other day about the ministers at the Norfolk Unitarian Church. The newly arrived ministers at Unitarian Church of Norfolk are happy to officiate over the ceremonies where couples say, “I do.” But when it comes to signing marriage licenses, the Revs. Phyllis L. Hubbell and John … Continue reading
10/15/09 Financial Reports – local House races
Financial reports covering the period 9/1-9/30 were due by 5pm today. Some of the reports are not yet available on Virginia Public Access Project but are on the State Board of Elections website. As before, continue below the fold for the details.
Did you forget something, Phil?
Now I know you said “Peninsula’s colleges” but you left out one that has a presence on the Peninsula. And you did try to make sure that that university got its “fair share of state support,” right? (To be honest, I think it takes a brass pair to even mention higher ed in an ad, … Continue reading
89th House candidate bio raises questions
The Virginian-Pilot profiled the candidates in the 89th House district race Friday. Incumbent Democrat Kenny Alexander faces the challenge of independent candidate Anthony J. Triplin. The Pilot raised some issues of judgments being rendered against Triplin, who is making his first run for office. But it appears that there are other issues as well.
Deeds v McDonnell: and the winner is
… no one, really. I traveled to Richmond last night to watch the only televised debate between Creigh Deeds and Bob McDonnell. I was in the studio, which prohibited me from blogging or tweeting but gave me a glimpse of the candidates that the camera is incapable of capturing. The two men sat side by … Continue reading
Norfolk City Attorney tries to swat a gnat – and it swats back
Reading Christina Nuckols column in Sunday’s Virginian-Pilot, I found a kindred spirit who also thinks that campaigns spend way too much time paying attention to blogs. She even used the same terminology as I: Blogs have real value, whether they’re generated by amateur political buffs or mainstream media. They can and do offer thoughtful analysis … Continue reading
Bouchard event 10/24
Meet and Greet for Delegate Joe Bouchard! Hosted by: Georgia Allen - Louisa Strayhorn Beatriz Amberman – Sylvia Nery Strickland Jyoti Pal – Joanne Truong Jenny Wong-Slaughter – Shewling Moy Wong Food, Silent Auction, and Conversation! Followed by a Ballroom Dancing demonstration Special Guest: The Honorable Glenn Nye Host – $250 … Continue reading
Friday notes and open thread
Well, Thursday afternoon brought us the latest poll in the Virginia statewide races. (Details are here if you want to look.) Have to say I’m not feeling too confident about now. Reminder: Pancake breakfast for Bobby Mathieson and Joe Bouchard is tomorrow morning. Details are here. The Virginian-Pilot continues its profile of local House races. … Continue reading
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