Tuesday afternoon, HRT President and CEO Philip Shucet again made himself available to local bloggers. As it turns out, only Henry Ryto of Avenging Archangel and I were able to make it. After talking about tweeting for a while 😉 we spent about a half an hour discussing a number issues that have come up … Continue reading Shucet meeting with bloggers
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!
A turn at the top
The chairmanship of the board of Hampton Roads Transit rotates among the seven member cities. Soon, it will be Norfolk's turn and the thought that our senior representative on the board serving as chair is causing some heartburn. "I'm extremely concerned it could bring divisiveness to the board," said outgoing board chairman Jim Wood, a … Continue reading A turn at the top
What happened in Stafford?
Until someone emailed me the story, I had not heard about the case of Neli Latson, an 18-year old with Asperger Syndrome. The cascade of missteps that led to the arrest suggest a combination of public racial profiling and the over reaction of law enforcement officers who are unfamiliar with autistic behavior. The story details … Continue reading What happened in Stafford?
June 21: Longest day of the year
Today, June 21st, is the longest day of the year. And here in Hampton Roads, it looks like it's going to be a hot one. Is it just me or does it seem that we miss the real changing of the seasons these days? Although it is the official start of summer, it's been pretty … Continue reading June 21: Longest day of the year
Holley “subdued”
That's what the headline from Sunday's Virginian-Pilot called the beleaguered Portsmouth mayor, James Holley III. The writer was being polite. A reading of the article gives a far different picture. At 83, he stays silent for long stretches at City Council work sessions, sitting back while other members hash out issues with staff. When he … Continue reading Holley “subdued”
Father’s Day 2010
A phone call Monday about Father's Day led me down a path with unexpected results. I have always been interested in chronicling my family history and in years past, spent an inordinate amount of time doing genealogical research. I record my findings in a software program, Family Tree Maker. Over the past five years, I've … Continue reading Father’s Day 2010
Commemorate Juneteenth
On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers notified the people of Texas that the Civil War had ended and slaves were free. According to this history, no one is really sure of why there was a delay; after all, the effective date of President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was January 1, 1863, some 2 1/2 years earlier. … Continue reading Commemorate Juneteenth
Friday fun: dominant or a doormat?
You Are a Delight You are easy to get along with and easy to be with, but you're definitely not a doormat. You'll cheerfully ask for what you want, and you're almost always ready to compromise. You are comfortable speaking your mind, and you're also willing to admit you may not be right. You know … Continue reading Friday fun: dominant or a doormat?
Final Norfolk Council race numbers
The Virginia Public Access Project has posted the final numbers on the Norfolk Council races held in May. Over $1.1 million was spent in the five contested races, with Mayor Paul Fraim's spending accounting for about 46% of the total. With only 23% turnout (although it represents an increase over the 18.67% from four years … Continue reading Final Norfolk Council race numbers
Texas congressman apologizes to BP
Rep. Joe Barton apologized to BP today. Backlash for this apology resulted in ... an apology for the apology. Finally, Barton retracted his apology to BP. I'm guessing Barton wished that he had remembered Mark Twain: “It is better to keep your mouth shut and appear stupid than to open it and remove all doubt.” … Continue reading Texas congressman apologizes to BP
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