Judge Charles Poston entered an order this morning (see below) setting the date for the special election to fill the Superward 7 seat vacated by Daun Hester. The election has been set for November 2, the same day as the fall general election. As mentioned in this article, Del. Kenny Alexander and Councilman Paul Riddick … Continue reading Special election in Norfolk’s Superward 7 set
Day: July 2, 2010
ICYMI: So… that happened
Taegan Goddard is one of of those political writers that I've been following for years. His was one of the first RSS feeds that I put into my first feedreader. A post of his prompted a segment on the Rachel Maddow show. I'll admit it: I'm one of those who has been disappointed in health … Continue reading ICYMI: So… that happened
Male chauvinism on display
I couldn't believe this letter to the editor in today's Virginian Pilot. The writer, Eugene Walker, is a local high school teacher and blames females for the behavior of males: Many of our young women carry themselves, speak, dress and behave in the presence of males in a way that would lead many honorable people … Continue reading Male chauvinism on display
Friday fun: how open-minded are you?
You Are 64% Open Minded You are a very open minded person, but you're also well grounded. Tolerant and flexible, you appreciate most lifestyles and viewpoints. But you also know where you stand firm, and you can draw that line. You're open to considering every possibility - but in the end, you stand true to … Continue reading Friday fun: how open-minded are you?