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!

Deeds: “Fired up”

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds launched a new radio ad today featuring President Barack Obama. The ad will air on stations in Richmond, Roanoke and Hampton Roads.

VLBC to honor Bruce Smith Saturday

The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus is holding an event this coming Saturday to honor former NFL player Bruce Smith, who was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame a couple of weeks ago. (Click on image to enlarge.) The event will be held at First Baptist Church of Lambert's Point at 5pm. Smith, a Norfolk … Continue reading VLBC to honor Bruce Smith Saturday →

McDonnell: Me, too, Creigh :)

In a statement released earlier, Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell called for the resignation of beleaguered Del. Phil Hamilton. Elected officials must keep the highest ethical standards in order to maintain the public trust. From what I have seen of published news accounts containing emails and admissions, it appears that Delegate Hamilton has violated the … Continue reading McDonnell: Me, too, Creigh 🙂 →

House Minority Leader weighs in on Hamilton

House Minority Leader Ward Armstrong issued a statement this afternoon on the ethics investigation previously called for by House Speaker Bill Howell.  Armstrong took exception to the notion that the "leadership" had been consulted. I believe the Speaker misspoke, as I was not included in this discussion. If I had been, I would have expressed … Continue reading House Minority Leader weighs in on Hamilton →

Speaker Howell calls for Hamilton investigation

House Speaker Bill Howell steps up! “As Speaker, I believe in faithfully and impartially discharging my duties and in protecting the integrity of the entire House of Delegates,” Howell said in a news release. “The seriousness with which I view this matter dictates determining the facts and finding out if any impropriety occurred. Therefore, with … Continue reading Speaker Howell calls for Hamilton investigation →

More calls for Hamilton resignation

From Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds: For the past seven years, Virginians from all walks of life have worked hard to earn our ranking as the best managed state in the nation. Phil Hamilton’s actions and subsequent denials not only undermine that effort, but more importantly, betray the public trust. His conduct deserves far more … Continue reading More calls for Hamilton resignation →

Point-counterpoint: RTD op-eds on taxes

There were two op-eds in Sunday's Richmond-Times Dispatch which looked at the Virginia budget deficit. The writers each took different approaches on how to solve the problem. Donald Boudreaux's position is that taxes should not be raised; in fact, he calls for a tax cut, albeit almost as an afterthought at the end of the … Continue reading Point-counterpoint: RTD op-eds on taxes →

Monday quickies

Shannon calls for Hamilton's resignation. Democratic AG candidate Steve Shannon has called for the resignation of Newport News Republican Del. Phil Hamilton. Shannon is not alone in this: in an editorial Saturday, The Virginian-Pilot suggested the same, and The Roanoke Times minced no words in recommending resignation. Hamilton says Shannon is playing politics. I guess … Continue reading Monday quickies →