On his Facebook page today, Republican Ben Loyola announced the opening of his campaign headquarters. Only one problem: the office isn't in the 6th Senate district! That bright green line separates the 6th from the 7th, at least according to the redistricting plan approved by the General Assembly. Loyola's office is at the yellow flag, … Continue reading Loyola’s campaign office is where?
Little has been written about the upcoming Democratic primary in the 90th House District here in Hampton Roads. Incumbent Algie Howell is facing a challenge from political newcomer Rick James. The newly redrawn 90th lost several precincts - four in Chesapeake and two in Norfolk - while picking up six in Virginia Beach and three … Continue reading 90th House District primary
Rep. Scott Rigell (R-2nd) will hold a town hall meeting Tuesday, August 9 to discuss health care. The meeting is from 7pm - 8:30pm at Larkspur Middle School in Virginia Beach. Rep. Rigell will be joined by three members of the GOP Doctors' Caucus of the House of Representatives.
There is a growing number of people who supported President Barack Obama who are having misgivings about him. One of those is Drew Westen, who penned this rather lengthy editorial for The New York Times. Unlike others who have simply become shrill in their attacks on the president, Westen is thoughtful in his approach, but … Continue reading Westen: “What happened to Obama?”
You Are 45% Addicted to the Internet You're somewhat addicted to the internet - but who isn't? You can keep it under check, and you're by no means a hermit. Sounds about right So, are you addicted to the internet?
Congressman Bobby Scott will host a job fair at Norfolk State University's New Student Center this coming Tuesday, August 9, from 10 am to 3 pm. From the press release: WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott announced today that he will host a Job Fair at Norfolk State University's New Student Center on … Continue reading Rep. Scott hosting job fair in Norfolk Tuesday
According to this article from today's newspaper, a couple of folks are considering a bid for the state Senate from Virginia Beach. Isn't it a little late, though?
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in Wednesday's Virginian-Pilot. I generally don't talk about national politics in my columns, but having written about the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords last January, I thought it appropriate to write about the effect that her return to the House seemed, at least to me, to have had on … Continue reading ICYMI: A visit that reset perspectives
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Public Policy Polling released more of its latest Virginia poll yesterday (pdf). At this point, AG Ken Cuccinelli leads LG Bill Bolling, 45% to 21%. The real culprit? Cuccinelli has simply become much better known than Bolling is. 71% of GOP primary voters have an opinion about him and they break down favorably 56/15. Only … Continue reading Cuccinelli up on Bolling but does it matter?
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