I opened up the paper this morning and saw this story on the cover of the Hampton Roads section. Democratic candidate Ralph Northam has incumbent state senator Nick 
Rerras on the ropes. He’s outraised him, he’s siphoning away his support and he is campaigning hard. Of course, Rerras’ “feminazi” comment hasn’t helped his cause and no doubt will haunt him throughout this campaign. Mary Commander is going to make sure of that 😉
Last night, I attended a fundraiser for Northam. The special guest for the evening was state senator Creigh Deeds. Always of interest to me is who else shows up at these events.
First, it was hosted by Northam’s neighbor and big-time supporter Sheriff Bob McCabe. McCabe, as the article points out, supported Rerras last time around. The article mentions that Councilman Randy Wright has stayed neutral in this race. McCabe and Wright are pretty close. Has the Sheriff convinced Wright to stay out of this race? Regardless, Wright’s staying neutral has to hurt Rerras and is nearly the equivalent of endorsing Northam.
Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim also was there. The article was careful to point out that Fraim “does not support Rerras.” Hmm – wonder if this had anything to do with that sentiment?
Norfolk Vice Mayor Anthony Burfoot, who the article says endorsed Rerras last time, was there as well. I’d wager he is no longer neutral in this race.
Delegate Paula Miller, Norfolk Clerk of Court George Schaeffer, and Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Jack Doyle were also present. Joining us late were Virginia Beach Commissioner of the Revenue Phil Kellam and 21st district candidate Bobby Mathieson. In his opening remarks, McCabe saved the introduction of Delegate Johnny Joannou for last. He recognized Joannou’s support of the sheriff’s offices around the state and the recent legislation benefiting the sheriff’s deputies.
Northam, surrounded by these electeds and other friends and supporters, spoke briefly about the campaign and how well it is going. Deeds spoke of how important this race is to gaining control of the Senate this year. All in all, it was a good event for Northam.
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I don’t know if Daun does support him. Apparently Nick listed people who had supported him in the past. I know that some have asked that their names be removed. Daun certainly is the kind of uppity woman whom I suspect Nick resents. I would have to wonder why she would support him.
If you look at VPAP you see George Neskis as a contributor to Northam, but he is listed as a Rerras supporter.