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 tale of two endorsers

The Shad Plank is conducting a poll about the effect of endorsements on your vote. Yes, I voted in the poll. My choice was "I don't pay attention to endorsements," which, as of this writing, is the most popular: 61% of respondents have chosen it. But the fact that some people's votes are influenced by … Continue reading A tale of two endorsers →

Tuesday roundup: endorsements, polls

Reminder - Bobby Mathieson is having an event starting at 5:30 this afternoon. Details are here. ~ Creigh Deeds received the endorsement of former Republican governor Linwood Holton this morning. Holton is the father-in-law of Governor Tim Kaine. ~ ICYMI - a Facebook poll asking if President Obama should be killed has been pulled, the … Continue reading Tuesday roundup: endorsements, polls →

Tax commissioner rules in Norfolk business case

Virginia Tax Commissioner Janie Bowen released a ruling last week in the ongoing dispute between Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald and some local businesses. The issue surrounds implementation of the BPOL tax. BPOL, which stands for Business, Professional and Occupational License, is a tax imposed on businesses for the privilege of doing business … Continue reading Tax commissioner rules in Norfolk business case →

Monday roundup: Shannon endorsement, Deeds ad

NOVABizPAC, the political action committee of the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, announced that it has endorsed Democrat Steve Shannon for Attorney General.  From the press release: “The Trustees voted to endorse Delegate Steve Shannon in recognition of his hard work promoting and protecting the interests of the Fairfax Chamber and our members.  I commend he … Continue reading Monday roundup: Shannon endorsement, Deeds ad →

Redskins are hopeless

I remember well the rookie year of Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Troy Aikman. The team went 1-15 that year, although Aikman didn't start the one win - his record as a starter was 0-11. But that one win came against my favorite team, the Washington Redskins, who went into the game sporting a 3-2 record. Yesterday, … Continue reading Redskins are hopeless →

ICYMI: McDonnell on Fox News Sunday

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell appeared on Fox News Sunday. The 10-minute interview, conducted by host Chris Wallace, wasn't as friendly as McDonnell had probably hoped. On several occasions, Wallace just nailed him. Check it out.

Fiesta with Bobby

Celebrate the close of the September filing period, taste El Taco Loco's famous Mexican lasagna, and give Bobby the support he needs for the final month of the campaign! Join us for Mexican Munchies with Delegate Bobby Mathieson 21st District-Virginia House of Delegates El Taco Loco 3333 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (In … Continue reading Fiesta with Bobby →

Deeds: “I’ll be the governor…”

Creigh Deeds spoke at the Fall Kickoff meeting of the  Greater Hampton Roads Black Chamber of Commerce, of which I am a charter member, Thursday evening. Afterwards, I spent a few minutes with him.

Deeds remarks in Virginia Beach

Here are the remarks offered by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds at Thursday’s forum in Virginia Beach, including the question-and-answer session at the end.

McDonnell remarks in Virginia Beach

Here are the remarks offered by Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell at Thursday's forum in Virginia Beach, including the question-and-answer session at the end.