Archive for October 2011
My pet peeves about debates from this election season
The elections are about one week away. Steve Vaughn posted his “Ten things that are plucking my last nerve”, his thoughts on the irritating things of this election season. I thought I would add to that my list of irritating things about debates. First, if you are a candidate and have agreed to do a debate … Continue reading
Pilot predictions: 4 of 5 (or is that 6?)
The Virginian-Pilot rolled out its House and Senate endorsements Sunday and its Virginia Beach endorsement today. Of the General Assembly races in which they endorsed, I correctly predicted all four: incumbent senators Locke and Northam and incumbent delegates Villanueva and Barlow. Incumbency is very difficult to overcome, particularly at this level. The paper did not … Continue reading
Video: Abbott/Watson forum
The Virginia Peninsula MAL League of Women Voters in conjunction with The Daily Press hosted a forum on October 21 for the candidates in the 94th House of Delegates district.
Video: Bennett/Villanueva forum
As a courtesy to the League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads, of which I am a member, I recorded the 21st House of Delegates forum which was held on October 28, 2011 with candidates Adrianne Bennett, the challenger, and Ron Villanueva, the incumbent. Here is the video in its entirety.
Video Northam/Loyola forum
As a courtesy to the League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads, of which I am a member, I recorded the 6th Senate District forum which featured incumbent Ralph Northam and challenger Ben Loyola. The forum was held on October 26, 2011. Here is the video in its entirety.
Ten things that are plucking my last nerve
On Facebook, I usually call this “Things I Hate.” But I’ll try to confine myself to political topics here and we’ll just say these are things that are on my nerves, as the 2011 campaign rushes to a close and the 2012 presidential election kicks into gear. 1. The assertion, generally by Republicans, that a … Continue reading
LWV Va Senate District 2 Forum Tonight
The Virginia Peninsula MAL Unit of the League of Women Voters will be hosting the Forum for Virginia Senate District 2 tonight at 6:30 p.m. Address: Hampton City Hall Council Chambers 8th floor 22 Lincoln Street Candidates: Senator Mamie Locke and Thomas Harmon The Voter Guide for this race can be found at www.lwvpeninsula.org. Also … Continue reading
Friday fun: what do you remember about 2008?
Warning – no political questions in this quiz You Remember 50% of 2008 Okay, you were somewhat paying attention during 2008.But you’re not going to impress anyone with your knowledge of what went down.You know the basics about what went down, but little else…Let’s just say you won’t be writing the history book for 2008. … Continue reading
Governor’s mistake
My latest op-ed appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Wednesday. I had seen this article, in which we were informed that Governor McDonnell decided to forego $60 million in federal grant money for pre-K, and this part grabbed me: The competition is aimed at ensuring children – especially those with disabilities or other challenges – are prepared … Continue reading
Town Hall meeting Nov 3
I am hosting a town hall meeting November 3 (click on image to enlarge) on the issues of neighborhoods and schools. Joining me will be City Manager Marcus Jones and Norfolk Public Schools superintendent Dr. Richard Bentley. I hope you will find time in your busy schedules to join us at 6:30pm next Thursday, November … Continue reading
Report: West/Yancey candidates forum
The candidates for the 94th House of Delegates seat, Democrat Gary West and Republican David Yancey, squared off Friday evening in Newport News. The forum was sponsored by the Virginia Peninsula MAL League of Women Voters and The Daily Press. Moderating the forum was Press editorial page editor John Fredericks. The 94th is an open … Continue reading
Video: West/Yancey forum
The Virginia Peninsula MAL League of Women Voters in conjunction with The Daily Press hosted a forum on October 21 for the candidates in the 94th House of Delegates district.
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