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 look at bills of local legislators

Here's a quick look at a few bills from legislators in Hampton Roads: HB570 related to real estate assessments, HB207 related to rules for lineups and SB185 related to menhaden fishing. More below the fold. HB 570 - Del. Sal Iaquinto (R-84th) - This bill changes the burden of proof for real estate assessments from … Continue reading Quick look at bills of local legislators →

Quayle votes with Dems against discrimination

The Virginia Senate voted 23-17 to pass Sen. Donald McEachin's SB66 Monday afternoon. The bill prohibits discrimination in public employment and includes sexual orientation. Senator Fred Quayle of Suffolk broke ranks with his Republican colleagues and joined the Democratic majority to pass this bill. According to The Virginian-Pilot, Quayle voted yea for a rather simple … Continue reading Quayle votes with Dems against discrimination →

AP/VP: Oops

The headline was right, but there was a little problem with the score. Colts 31, Saints 17 I wish! The story was from the AP so I don't know whether it was wrong in the story or whether somebody at the Virginian-Pilot messed up. In any case, it's not Dewey defeats Truman but close 😉 … Continue reading AP/VP: Oops →

Time for electronic filing of all campaign reports

Virginia's campaign financing rules are pretty loose - pretty much anyone can donate to whomever they choose without limitation. Disclosure of the contributions and expenditures is supposed to be enough. The problem is the form that the disclosure takes. The State Board of Elections provides, for free, software that allows candidates to file electronically. Such … Continue reading Time for electronic filing of all campaign reports →

Super Sunday

The New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts face off today in Super Bowl XLIV. It's been two weeks since the teams won their respective conferences and I have to say, the least hyped Super Bowl I can remember. Or maybe it's because my attention has been focused elsewhere. In any event, I'm looking forward … Continue reading Super Sunday →

Opinion, please: radar detector ban

Virginia is alone is banning radar detectors in vehicles. House Bill 674 would change that. The bill reported out of committee Friday morning, by an 11-10 vote, and now heads to the House floor. Simple question: do you support this bill? Vote in the poll and leave your comments below.

Another who supports DADT repeal

It is my personal belief that allowing gays and lesbians to serve openly would be the right thing to do. -- Joint Chiefs Chairman Adm. Michael Mullen I had the opportunity Wednesday to spend some time with a retired military officer, one whose background and experience I consider unique to the question of the repeal … Continue reading Another who supports DADT repeal →

Another announces for Norfolk Council

Barbara Saunders, the two-time candidate in Ward 1, has announced that she will try for the third time to garner this seat. Saunders, a native of Ocean View, owns a painting company, Saunders Painting, Inc.  She serves on the Crime Line Board and is a member and past president of Ocean View Kiwanis. She is … Continue reading Another announces for Norfolk Council →