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!

Quick hits

Interesting stuff happening in the 2nd Congressional District. With Scott Rigell all but anointed the Republican challenger, former RPVB chair Ken Golden has decided to run as an independent. CQ Politics is obviously not aware of this latest development as they changed the race from leans Dem to tossup. I'm thinking it should be leans … Continue reading Quick hits →

Review: A Raisin in the Sun

What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up Like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore-- And then run? Does it stink like rotten meat? Or crust and sugar over-- like a syrupy sweet? Maybe it just sags like a heavy load. Or does it explode? ~ Langston Hughes In … Continue reading Review: A Raisin in the Sun →

Norfolk council: What are they afraid of?

All of the candidates for the Norfolk City Council were invited to attend a forum Thursday night hosted by the Norfolk Federation of Civic Leagues and held at Granby High School. Six seats - the five small wards plus the mayor - are on the ballot on May 4. Five of those seats have an … Continue reading Norfolk council: What are they afraid of? →

McDonnell’s proclamation

Governor Bob McDonnell issued a proclamation earlier this week declaring April "Confederate History Month."  In doing so, the governor failed to explicitly acknowledge that a part of our history is not so nice: that part being slavery. After incurring the wrath of many, including those in the national media, the governor amended his proclamation, calling … Continue reading McDonnell’s proclamation →

American Idol Results 04/07/10: surprises

The music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney was performed by the nine contestants Tuesday night. There were some memorable performances - and a couple of pretty sad ones.  The only question heading into Wednesday's results show was whether the worst performer would be voted off. Host Ryan Seacrest hinted at the beginning of the … Continue reading American Idol Results 04/07/10: surprises →

Regional Futures’ Conference April 20

The Future of Hampton Roads (FHR) will host a Regional Futures' Conference to address regional cooperation and to inspire and empower future leaders in Hampton Roads.  This free event will be held Tuesday, April 20 from 2pm to 6:30pm at the Crowne Plaza Marina Hotel in Hampton. Speaking at the conference will be Robert Puentes, … Continue reading Regional Futures’ Conference April 20 →

Union endorses Hester, Smigiel

The Laborers' International Union of North America Mid Atlantic Region last night endorsed Daun Hester for Mayor and Tommy Smigiel for council in Ward 5. This is the first time the union has participated in Norfolk's elections. Not only did the endorsement bring some money to the campaigns - Hester received a donation of $10,000 … Continue reading Union endorses Hester, Smigiel →

Norfolk candidates’ forum Thursday

The Norfolk Federation of Civic Leagues is hosting a candidates' forum this Thursday, April 8, from 7pm to 9:30pm at Granby High School. The forum will be moderated by Joel Rubin and I understand all of the candidates have agreed to participate. The event is open to the public. Elections for Norfolk Council will be … Continue reading Norfolk candidates’ forum Thursday →

Financial reform webinar Tuesday

Americans for Financial Reform and Americans for Fairness in Lending are hosting a webinar this Tuesday, April 6, with Harvard professor Elizabeth Warren and AFR director Heather Booth. The online event will be held from 4pm to 4:45pm. Details, including registration information, are available here.