This article is reprinted from my blog a few weeks ago. The story is too good not to give it an encore. Heartland of Virginia During the trial phase of an action brought recently by citizens in Westmoreland County, a judge refused civil penalties for the Board of Supervisors, the Administrator of the IDA (Industrial … Continue reading Judge ignores FOIA law, refuses civil penalty on Westmoreland County
Month: March 2011
Redistricting: what if VA looked like this?
This map (click to enlarge) surfaced yesterday as a potential way the Congressional districts in Virginia could be drawn. The alignment shows that there could be a second black majority district in Virginia. I'm hearing that such a map is doable - except a certain Democratic Congressman is blocking the attempt, even though said Congressman … Continue reading Redistricting: what if VA looked like this?
Women’s History Month: A long, ongoing journey
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot today. Two of the women mentioned are Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Norfolk acting (hopefully soon-to-be permanent) police chief Sharon Chamberlin. I managed to get through an entire column without once mentioning Gloria Steinem, one of the leaders in the women's movement from the 1970s, … Continue reading Women’s History Month: A long, ongoing journey
VLBC pre-veto session reception
(Click to enlarge) The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus is hosting a reception on April 5. Of special note are the directions to Plant Zero, since the address is not included in GPS systems. (A fact I can attest to 😦 ) Tickets can be ordered online here.
Rigell Town Hall meeting Monday
2nd District Rep. Scott Rigell is hosting his second town hall meeting this coming Monday, March 21st, at 7pm at Norfolk's Azalea Garden Middle School. The Congressman held his first town hall meeting in Virginia Beach about six weeks ago. That event drew an overflow crowd. At the same time, the Governor's Independent Bipartisan Advisory … Continue reading Rigell Town Hall meeting Monday
Quick links 3/15/11
Stealing the idea straight from my friend, Waldo, here are a few links that caught my eye today: Documents reveal efforts to control Goochland's ex-treasurer. "As a constitutionally elected county officer, Grubbs answered to voters, not auditors, and was virtually untouchable — barring criminal conduct." And the General Assembly, so far, refuses to correct this. … Continue reading Quick links 3/15/11
Welcome to Sunshine Week
By Mark Brooks This is the 7th Annual Sunshine Week and is being celebrated by lovers of open government all over the country. Started by the American Society of Newspaper Editors and supported through a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, it has become a popular event each year for those … Continue reading Welcome to Sunshine Week
Savage’s firm wins Pollie
Media Directions, the Richmond-based firm, won the top award for one of its mail pieces in the last election. The award, known in the industry as a "Pollie," is one of several given by The American Association of Political Consultants. This particular Pollie was given to the best mail piece - Republican or Democratic - … Continue reading Savage’s firm wins Pollie
Friday fun: what college major are you?
You Are Business You are a born leader. You are a visionary, even if you don't have a vision yet. You are both a problem solver and a number cruncher. You can think big or think small. You are a natural entrepreneur. Building something other people like brings meaning to your life. You have a … Continue reading Friday fun: what college major are you?
Norfolk residents, teachers speak out
Norfolk native and TV host and commentator Ed Schultz held his program Wednesday night at the high school he attended. For more of the show, go to the Ed Show video page on MSNBC
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