Author: Vivian J. Paige

A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!

No words

I have been glued to the TV and computer for the last few hours since getting a phone call from a friend urging me to turn on the TV. The shooting in Arizona of Rep. Gabby Giffords and others is almost beyond belief. The Congresswoman is expected to survive but five six others, including a … Continue reading No words →

Friday fun: Preamble to the Constitution

In honor of yesterday's reading of the Constitution, here's a little quiz on the Preamble.  I finished it in 1:26. Guess memorizing that thing back in junior high school paid off 😉

JFCOM gone?

Announced today: Defense Secretary Robert Gates announced Thursday he will cut $78 billion from the Pentagon's budget in the next five years — money that will come from shrinking the military's ground force, increasing health care premiums for troops and other politically unpopular cost-saving measures. Not specifically mentioned was Joint Forces Command, which is located … Continue reading JFCOM gone? →

The only constant is change

The Greek philosopher, Heraclitus, is "known for his doctrine of change being central to the universe."  I found his quote appropriate today. Earlier this week, I mentioned that things were going to change around here, primarily because I was going to be enrolling in school. As it turns out, the combination of my CPA license … Continue reading The only constant is change →

Redistricting seminar Friday

Sorry for the late notice on this but there will be a Redistricting Seminar tomorrow morning in Fairfax. Date: January 7, 2011 Time: 10am - 12pm. Registration begins at 9:30am Place: Fairfax Government Center, The Auditorium, 12000 Fairfax Government Center Parkway The event is free and open to the public. RSVP to RedistrictingSeminar@gmail.com From the … Continue reading Redistricting seminar Friday →

Condolences to Webb on loss of mother

Vera Hodges Webb, the mother of Senator Him Webb, died earlier this week.  My condolences to Sen. Webb. The press release from Webb's office is below the fold. Vera Hodges Webb, mother of U.S. Senator Jim Webb (D. Va.), died on January 3rd in Jacksonville, North Carolina, after a long illness, at the age of … Continue reading Condolences to Webb on loss of mother →

Leadership without labels

The above is the title of my latest op-ed, which appeared in Wednesday's The Virginian-Pilot. The "No Labels" movement is about getting things done. It's not about setting aside party but setting aside partisanship. To be perfectly honest, while I find the idea appealing, I just don't see it happening. Our system - at the … Continue reading Leadership without labels →

Phil Hamilton indicted

Woah: Former state Del. Phil Hamilton has been indicted on charges of bribery and extortion by a federal grand jury, the U.S. Attorney’s office announced. Hamilton solicited a job at Old Dominion University while simultaneously seeking state funding for the ODU program. I have to say that I'm surprised - it's been a long time … Continue reading Phil Hamilton indicted →

Sen. Miller to have surgery, miss part of session

Senator Yvonne B. Miller (D-Norfolk) will miss part of the upcoming General Assembly session, according to a press release from the Senate Democratic Caucus. Miller is scheduled to have surgery on January 12. Sources tell me that the Senator had a fender bender last month and that the surgery is the result of something discovered … Continue reading Sen. Miller to have surgery, miss part of session →

Virginia Legislative Black Caucus reception

The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus is hosting its 2nd Annual Capital City Reception this coming Monday, January 10, 2011, from 6pm to 8pm. The event will be held at the Main Street Station, 1500 East Main Street in Richmond. Sponsorships are available, individual admission is $100. RSVP to Adisa Muse at 804.721.5011 or by email. … Continue reading Virginia Legislative Black Caucus reception →