In a strongly worded endorsement today, The Virginian-Pilot editorial board endorsed Steve Shannon for Attorney General. Much of the endorsement laid bare how bad it would be for Republican Ken Cuccinelli to win next week's election. The Pilot concluded: To put it politely, Cuccinelli’s election would bring embarrassment to Virginia, instability to the state’s law … Continue reading Pilot endorses Shannon, no endorsement for LG
Month: October 2009
Virginian-Pilot endorses Deeds
Sometimes, I don't mind being wrong 🙂 In an editorial for the Sunday paper, The Virginian-Pilot endorsed Democrat Creigh Deeds for governor. And, as I suspected, the issue in the forefront of the board's mind was transportation. He offers a political strategy rather than a substantive plan for solving the state's most overwhelming challenge. While … Continue reading Virginian-Pilot endorses Deeds
Redistricting is VA’s Supreme Court
Last year, when I dared question the support of Barack Obama for president, I was told repeatedly that the Supreme Court appointments were what mattered. Well Virginia, redistricting is our Supreme Court. I've always been clear that the closer government is to me, the more it affects me. At stake in this election is how … Continue reading Redistricting is VA’s Supreme Court
The Pilot’s policy on endorsements
In an op-ed piece today, editorial page editor Don Luzzatto explained the policy of The Virginian-Pilot on endorsements. Theoretically, the article is about why they endorse: What we hope to do, with all of our editorials, is encourage substantive debate on the issues of the day, the kind of conversation that continues in the vibrant … Continue reading The Pilot’s policy on endorsements
Capt. John Bell garners endorsements
Capt. John Bell, the Democratic candidate for Sheriff in Virginia Beach, has been picking up some endorsements. The Virginia Police Benevolent Association, a statewide group who represents law enforcement officers, has endorsed his candidacy. We will ask our members, their friends and families, and all citizens who respect the strong and efficient enforcement of our … Continue reading Capt. John Bell garners endorsements
Win a ticket to Obama/Deeds rally!
I've got five tickets for the Obama/Deeds rally coming up in Norfolk at the Ted Constant Convocation Center this coming Tuesday. These aren't the general admission tickets. These are the guaranteed admission tickets. With these tickets, you will get in. And you can win one. Here's how: In the comments below, tell me why you … Continue reading Win a ticket to Obama/Deeds rally!
Two ways to get tickets for Norfolk Obama rally
The Deeds campaign today released more details on the tickets for the Obama rally. Guaranteed admission: volunteer! Volunteers who complete a shift this weekend anywhere in the Commonwealth will be guaranteed admission to the rally. To sign up to volunteer this weekend, click here. General admission General admission to the rally will be on a … Continue reading Two ways to get tickets for Norfolk Obama rally
“Blatantly misleading” McDonnell black radio ad
So says Sen. Louise Lucas and Del. Lionell Spruill. Via The Washington Post blog, we learned that Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell has released a radio ad targeted at the black community. The ad, which is being aired in Hampton Roads, mentions both former governor Doug Wilder and President Barack Obama. Combined with the endorsement … Continue reading “Blatantly misleading” McDonnell black radio ad
Predictions on Pilot endorsements – statewide races
Having two of the three candidates with ties to Hampton Roads is, no doubt, causing a bit of heartburn for the members of editorial board of The Virginian-Pilot. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell lived in Virginia Beach and represented part of it in the House of Delegates (84th district). Democratic Lieutenant Governor candidate Jody Wagner … Continue reading Predictions on Pilot endorsements – statewide races
Fact check: Mathieson ad on Villanueva
Except one small problem: when given the opportunity to cut his pay, Virginia Beach Councilman, now the Republican challenger to incumbent Democrat Bobby Mathieson, basically punted. Last February, fellow council member Bill Steph proposed a 25% pay cut for the region's highest paid council. "It's not like we're phoning it in," said Councilman Ron Villanueva. … Continue reading Fact check: Mathieson ad on Villanueva
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