My latest column, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot today. It could have easily been called Campaign rubbernecking part II: Exhibit A as a followup to my description in last week's column. Regular readers of this blog know how much I prefer the voters remain focused on the issues. Trying to tie Glenn Nye to … Continue reading Distractions in the 2nd District campaign
Month: October 2010
Didn’t think I lived in Texas
Virginia 4th-grade textbook criticized over claims on black Confederate soldiers A textbook distributed to Virginia fourth-graders says that thousands of African Americans fought for the South during the Civil War -- a claim rejected by most historians but often made by groups seeking to play down slavery's role as a cause of the conflict. Local … Continue reading Didn’t think I lived in Texas
WHRO to broadcast CD2 & CD3 debates
WHRO has announced the broadcast schedule of the recent debates in the 2nd and 3rd Congressional districts that were hosted by the League of Women Voters. The 2nd CD debate, which took place on October 9, will air October 24 The 3rd CD debate, which took place on October 15, will air October 31 Both … Continue reading WHRO to broadcast CD2 & CD3 debates
Two debates on a Friday
Yes, it was October 15th and the tax filing deadline. But those who arrange debates don't ask me before setting the date so I worked like crazy in order to be able to attend the two debates held last Friday. First up was the Central Business District Association debate for the 2nd Congressional District. I … Continue reading Two debates on a Friday
The 6th name
The sixth person who received the email from RPVB chair David Bartholomew was Kenny Golden, the independent candidate in the 2nd CD and the immediate past chair of the RPVB. Golden's email address was deliberately removed from the copy of the email that was sent around yesterday. This raises two possibilities in my mind: The … Continue reading The 6th name
Well, that didn’t take long
I was forwarded a copy of "the email" earlier today. My first instinct was to try to determine whether it was a valid email. After all, it's pretty easy to fake an email these days by copying and pasting. After verifying that the email address of the sender was a valid one, around 2:30pm I … Continue reading Well, that didn’t take long
Opinion, please: go to prison, lose pension
Consider this: A former city police detective who is serving two years in prison for his role in a marriage fraud ring could soon receive a retirement benefit funded by taxpayers. [...] If a city or agency certifies that an employee has committed malfeasance in office before he or she retires, the employee can lose … Continue reading Opinion, please: go to prison, lose pension
Norfolk ward 7 fundraising reports
Friday was the filing deadline for financial reports covering 9/1-9/30 and three of the four candidates in the special election for Norfolk's ward 7 filed electronically. Those reports were available just after 5pm on the State Board of Elections website. Some interesting things in the numbers: Earl Fraley raised $2,870 in cash from 19 contributors … Continue reading Norfolk ward 7 fundraising reports
Friday fun: what kind of blogger are you?
You Are a Pundit Blogger! Your blog is smart, insightful, and always a quality read. You're up on the latest news, and you have an interesting spin on things. Of all the blogging types, you put the most thought and effort into your blog. Truly appreciated by many, surpassed by only a few Now remember, … Continue reading Friday fun: what kind of blogger are you?
3rd CD debate tonight
Just a quick reminder that the League of Women Voters, in conjunction with WHRO, are hosting a 3rd Congressional District candidates’ debate this evening. All four candidates - Democratic incumbent Bobby Scott, Republican Chuck Smith, Libertarian James Quigley and Independent John Kelly - are expected to attend. Details: Location: Hampton City Council Chambers, 22 Lincoln … Continue reading 3rd CD debate tonight
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