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!

Embattled mayor on radio Sunday

Embattled Portsmouth Mayor James Holley will be one of two guests on "Faith Toward God," a local radio show that airs at 2:15pm on WGPL, 1350AM. Also on the show will be Bill Thomas, political commentator and economist. Listeners will have the ability to call in with questions. The call in number is (757)624-9475.

Federal grand jury investigating Hamilton

A federal grand jury is investigating the situation regarding Republican incumbent Delegate Phil Hamilton. According to The Daily Press and The Virginian-Pilot, a subpoena and a search warrant were served on the Newport News Public Schools last Wednesday.  Neither story mentions why this was not reported earlier in the week. A federal subpoena requires the … Continue reading Federal grand jury investigating Hamilton →

Bob’s world: family policy proposal #4

A look at one of the fifteen policy proposals put forth by Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell in his thesis and the extent to which he attempted to implement the proposal during his career as a legislator and attorney general. Continue to battle the interstate sale of pornography and obscenity to the extent constitutionally permissible, … Continue reading Bob’s world: family policy proposal #4 →

McDonnell in his own words

While I will continue to look at the fifteen specific policy proposals of Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell as it compares to his legislative record, I find it interesting (and disappointing) for people to try defend his thesis on the basis that it was an academic exercise of a young man. Even McDonnell says differently. … Continue reading McDonnell in his own words →

“A ‘Clunker’ Without the Cash”

Monday, the Virginia Education Association put out a press release regarding the education proposal of Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell. The release carried the above title. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell has treated Virginia voters to yet another ‘sleight of hand’ policy proposal when it comes to education funding. “Bob McDonnell’s latest idea to increase … Continue reading “A ‘Clunker’ Without the Cash” →

New Deeds radio ad: “Plans”

Here is the latest radio ad from Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds. The ad, which will run in Northern Virginia,  was released today in conjunction with a new website and "a large-scale Google and banner advertising campaign," according to a press release.

Bob’s world: family policy proposal #3

Support a voluntary parental-leave program by giving tax incentives for businesses that allow lengthy position-protected leaves. Federal law includes the Family and Medical Leave Act, which was enacted in 1993 and requires certain employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for medical circumstances meeting certain criteria. I have been unable to locate … Continue reading Bob’s world: family policy proposal #3 →

Shannon releases ad, knocks Cuccinelli on Hamilton

Steve Shannon, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General, released his first radio ad today. In it, he takes Republican candidate Ken Cuccinelli to task for being the only statewide candidate to not call for the resignation of Newport News Republican Del. Phil Hamilton. Listen to the ad below. From the press release announcing the ad: … Continue reading Shannon releases ad, knocks Cuccinelli on Hamilton →

Shields calls on O’Bannon to repudiate McDonnell

In a press release earlier today, Democratic candidate Tom Shields has called on his opponent, Republican incumbent John O'Bannon to repudiate Republican gubernatorial candidate  and to explain his own record regarding women's issues. Calling O'Bannon's views "extreme," Shields points out: O'Bannon voted to allow pharmacists to confiscate prescriptions for contraception (HB 2373, 2009). The bill, … Continue reading Shields calls on O’Bannon to repudiate McDonnell →