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!

2nd CD race to the bottom

I'm convinced that the Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2nd Congressional District are competing to see which of them can alienate the most people. First we have Democratic incumbent Glenn Nye releasing a campaign ad in which he purports to be an "independent voice," brags that he has voted against health care reform and … Continue reading 2nd CD race to the bottom →

Friday fun: what feels like home to you?

Extravagance Feels Like Home to You You love to pamper yourself, and why should that stop at home? You have the finest furniture and home decor that your money can buy. You know that you'll be spending a lot of time at home, so you try to make it as wonderful as possible. Your home … Continue reading Friday fun: what feels like home to you? →

Norfolk OMG

I tell you: it's rough living in Norfolk these days. Seems like every day, there is some new revelation about somebody doing something wrong.  Just this week: Sunday - we learned that a Norfolk city official used a city credit card to buy a $250 phone for a gang banger.  The guy used the phone … Continue reading Norfolk OMG →

In a Virginia prison, a fight for equality

90 years ago today, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, giving women the right to vote. My column in yesterday's paper covered a bit of Virginia's role in the struggle. Today, I head to Ft. Story to give a speech for Women's Equality Day, which is what 8/26 has become known.  I will … Continue reading In a Virginia prison, a fight for equality →

Mark your calendars: redistricting public meetings

The redistricting subcommittee of the House of Delegates Committee on Privileges and Elections has announced  six public hearings to be held this fall. The hearings are: September 8th, 7pm - Natural Science Center, VA Western Community College (Roanoke) September 22nd, 7pm - Roper Performing Arts Center, Tidewater Community College (Norfolk) October 5th, 7pm - Mason … Continue reading Mark your calendars: redistricting public meetings →

Webb secures hearing on JFCOM

Virginia Senator Jim Webb has convinced the chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services to hold a full committee hearing on the closing of the U.S. Joint Forces Command (JFCOM) in Norfolk, along with the other efficiency initiatives announced by Secretary of Defense Gates. The hearing will be scheduled when the Senate reconvenes in … Continue reading Webb secures hearing on JFCOM →

ODU State of the University

ODU President John Broderick gave his State of the University address to a packed house at the ODU Constant Center this morning.  Among the many in attendance were Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim, former Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf, Delegates Lionell Spruill, Matthew James, Ron Villenueva, John Consgrove and Senator Harry Blevins. Broderick laid out the … Continue reading ODU State of the University →

Ft. Eustis soldiers punished for not attending Christian concert

I first became aware of this story last week. From one of the soldiers: "Those of us that chose not to attend (about 80, or a little less that half) were marched back to the company area. At that point the NCO issued us a punishment. We were to be on lock-down in the company … Continue reading Ft. Eustis soldiers punished for not attending Christian concert →

The $300 “blogging license”

This story is making the rounds. For the past three years, Marilyn Bess has operated MS Philly Organic, a small, low-traffic blog that features occasional posts about green living, out of her Manayunk home. Between her blog and infrequent contributions to ehow.com, over the last few years she says she's made about $50. To Bess, … Continue reading The $300 “blogging license” →