Although it was St. Patrick's Day, Irish eyes failed to smile on one contestant in Wednesday night's results show. The remaining twelve competitors took on tunes from The Rolling Stones - not my favorite band - on Tuesday's show, and some fared better than others. Strange show opening: Simon took on Ryan over last night's … Continue reading American Idol results 03/17/10
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!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
To my fellow Irishmen, I hope you enjoy the day and not too much of the green beer that inevitably flows (If you do indulge, have one for me ) And like every year, here are a few words of wisdom. An Irish Prayer May those who love us, love us And those that don’t … Continue reading Happy St. Patrick’s Day
2nd Annual Civic Engagement Summit
Civic Summit Set for April 10 and You're Invited! --Hampton Roads citizens to gather for 2nd annual civic engagement summit “Today’s challenges require the informed participation of the public and government organizations that are proactive about the engagement of their citizens.” —Jim Oliver, HRCCE Chair We hope you're planning to join us for the 2nd … Continue reading 2nd Annual Civic Engagement Summit
Sine Die
At a little before 6pm Sunday, both houses of the legislature completed this session and adjourned sine die. The extra day of session was to deal with the budget, which covers the next two years of operations for the Commonwealth. With a $4.2 billion shortfall, some hard choices had to be made. The budget is … Continue reading Sine Die
Saunders campaign kickoff Sunday
Barbara Saunders, candidate for the Norfolk council seat in Ward 1, will have a campaign kickoff this coming Sunday, March 14. The event begins at 1pm and will be held at Ocean View Baptist Church. More details are available in the flier (pdf).
Friday fun: what’s your hillbilly name?
Your Hillbilly Name Is: Big Bessie Dallas Ain'tcha got one better'n that un Hillbilly Name Generator
American Idol Results 03/11/10
Four more contestants - two females and two males - were eliminated from Season 9 of American Idol. Slowly, we are getting to the better part of the season. The first elimination was Katelyn. As I tweeted last night, I think she chose the right song - "I Feel the Earth Move" by Carole King. … Continue reading American Idol Results 03/11/10
Musings on the democratic process
Once the democratic process is corrupted, the scourge cannot be contained. You see, change isn’t always bad, and standing still can mean you’re actually falling behind. To improve the outcome, the folks who continue to do what’s always been done should be outvoted — or replaced. The two quotes above come from facing pages in … Continue reading Musings on the democratic process
ICYMI: VA Gaywatch
Jon Stewart poked fun last night at Virginia's Governor, Bob McDonnell and Attorney General, Ken Cuccinelli. UPDATE: The Governor has issued Executive Directive #1 (pdf) on discrimination. From the accompanying email: While the separation of powers doctrine precludes the Governor from changing the Virginia Human Rights Act via Executive Order, he wants to be clear … Continue reading ICYMI: VA Gaywatch
Who is McKinley Price?
Come May 4, the residents of Newport News will elect a new mayor. Joe Frank, who was the city's first elected mayor in 1996, has decided to step down. Some say the reason is that Frank could no longer count to four: the seven member council has a relatively new coalition of four and Frank … Continue reading Who is McKinley Price?
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