There has been some talk in the blogsphere of live blogging by elected officials. The comparisons to podcasts, videocasts and radio have been raised. The question is: do live blogs serve a purpose? I believe the answer is a resounding yes. Live blogs are not perfect, but then neither are any of the mediums. Live … Continue reading On live blogs
Month: February 2007
On Hardaway
Today's Virginian-Pilot contained a reprint of this Leonard Pitts article on homophobe Tim Hardaway. In case you missed it, here's what Hardaway, a former NBA player had to say on a radio show last week: "You know, I hate gay people, so I let it be known," Hardaway said. "I don't like gay people and … Continue reading On Hardaway
American Idol results
Amy Krebs was quite forgettable, Haley Scranto was just a so-so singer, Rudy Cardenas had horrible enunciation and Paul Kim just picked the wrong song to sing. I really thought Sanjaya was going and was surprised that he was 4th among the boys. Guess he has a lot of teenage girl appeal - it certainly … Continue reading American Idol results
Happy Birthday, Mama!
Today is my mother's 86th birthday (click to enlarge photo). Although I didn't get a chance to visit with her, I did send some flowers and chatted on the phone. Mama said she had a good day, which is always a good thing. My mother did a heck of a job raising eight kids while … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Mama!
Separating the women from the girls
LaKisha Jones just nailed it. Put the rest of those females on American Idol to shame. A tremendous voice, great presence. LaKisha is definitely the one to watch for the rest of the show. What a treat! Only one thing: she needs to lose the HIB. Technorati Tags: American Idol
Can the snow be far behind?
The circus came to town today. And it seems that every time, or rather, a lot of the time, the snow comes, too. I like snow - but I'd just as soon it pass us by. Thankfully, it looks like there's none in the forecast.
ODU’s Koch at VBTA
Received this notice via email regarding the Virginia Beach Taxpayer Alliance meeting this coming Saturday, February 24: Dr. James Koch will provide an economic overview of our region and what can be expected in the near and long-term as pressures continue to leave an imprint in our ability to expand and adjust to market forces. … Continue reading ODU’s Koch at VBTA
AG doing live blog @ MC
Continuing his foray into the blogsphere, Attorney General Bob McDonnell will be live-blogging tomorrow night over at Mason Conservative from 6-7pm 5:30-6:30 pm. Head on over and leave your questions for the AG.
Elect Roemmelt
One of the folks I had a chance to chat with at the JJ Dinner was Bruce Roemmelt. Reading thru the Lefty Blogs feed, I ran across this post, which jogged my memory a bit. I almost never wear anybody's stickers or buttons. But Bruce is a special case. Not only did I ask for … Continue reading Elect Roemmelt
Redistricting = incumbent protection
An editorial in an early January edition of the Virginian-Pilot makes reference to the 1992 bill re-introduced by House Democratic Chairman Brian Moran (discussed here). The editorial makes the same point that Delegate Terrie Suit made in our podcast: non-partisan redistricting is only ever discussed by the party not in the majority. Thus, whoever is … Continue reading Redistricting = incumbent protection
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