Speaker Bill Howell has released the report of the House Ethics Panel inquiry into Newport News Delegate Phil Hamilton. The report (pdf) is, as expected, brief: since Hamilton has resigned, the panel says it lacks jurisdiction to proceed. In an email, Speaker Howell says: While I regret that their fact-finding inquiry did not reach a … Continue reading Speaker releases House Ethics Panel report
Author: Vivian J. Paige
VA-01 candidate Ball on MSNBC
What a way to spend your birthday! Krystal Ball, one of two Democrats seeking to take on Republican incumbent Rob Wittman, appeared this morning on MSNBC's "Morning Meeting." Happy birthday, Krystal!
Who is Jeff McWaters?
Back in 2007, then AMERIGROUP CEO Jeffrey McWaters wrote an article about health care, which I opined on here. Today McWaters is one of two Republican candidates seeking to represent the 8th Senate District in Virginia Beach. Due to a conflict, McWaters was unable to make our interview, which had been scheduled for Monday afternoon. … Continue reading Who is Jeff McWaters?
Mathieson statement on vote certification
The Electoral Board today certified the results in the November 3 election. This afternoon, the campaign of Bobby Mathieson released the following statement: There are still open questions in this race, and it is in the best interest of the voters of the 21st District for Bobby Mathieson to seek a recount. Bobby will continue … Continue reading Mathieson statement on vote certification
Upcoming: a look at the candidates in the 8th
Beginning Tuesday, I'll be taking a look at the two candidates who will be facing off in the Republican canvass in the 8th Senate district: Jeff McWaters and Rosemary Wilson. The seat is being vacated by Ken Stolle, who was elected sheriff of Virginia Beach. The canvass will be held on Saturday, December 5, from … Continue reading Upcoming: a look at the candidates in the 8th
Blogs United wrapup
It has been two years since bloggers from around the Commonwealth gathered. This past Saturday, Blogs United held another conference. The number of bloggers was much smaller than in years past but the number of non-bloggers in attendance was larger. Most of the non-bloggers in attendance held positions within the Republican Party. Add to that … Continue reading Blogs United wrapup
Opinion, please: “Black Fur-iday”
It seems that animal shelters find black cats and dogs difficult to be adopted. In a play on words, the Norfolk Animal Care Center is holding a "sale" on the animals, to coincide with Black Friday, the traditional start of the holiday shopping season. The "sale" provides for adoption fees of black cats and dogs … Continue reading Opinion, please: “Black Fur-iday”
How we did in Hampton Roads in November
The Virginia Public Access Project today updated their website with the party performance data for statewide candidates for the House of Delegates and Senate districts. A lot of red on that house map to the left (click to enlarge). I took a look at the contested races in Hampton Roads where there was a Democratic … Continue reading How we did in Hampton Roads in November
Nye community discussion Saturday
I won't be able to make this (because I'll be at the Blogs United conference) but here's your chance to talk to Rep. Glenn Nye.
Reminder: Blogs United Saturday
Just a quick reminder that the Blogs United conference is coming up this Saturday, November 21. The event will be held from 9am-4pm at the David Student Union Center on the campus of Christopher Newport University in Newport News. Among the media personnel scheduled to attend are Anita Kumar of Washington Post, Ryan Nobles of … Continue reading Reminder: Blogs United Saturday