Add Del. Joe Bouchard to the list of those who would like Arthur Whitfield's case to be taken up in special session. Arthur Whitfield suffered for more than two decades in prison for a crime he did not commit. While we can never return to Mr. Whitfield the years he has lost, we can begin … Continue reading Bouchard backs Whitfield in GA special session
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!
Whitfield: Gov “not opposed”
According to the Washington Post blog, Governor Tim Kaine is "not opposed" to including legislation to compensate Arthur Whitfield in the special session. In an email, the governor's spokesperson, Lynda Tran, said: However Governor Kaine, who pardoned Mr. Whitfield earlier this year, is clearly sympathetic to his circumstances and would not object to a claims … Continue reading Whitfield: Gov “not opposed”
Mathieson joins call for Whitfield inclusion in session
Del. Bobby Mathieson (D-21st), has joined the call for the inclusion of remedy for Arthur Whitfield in the special session of the General Assembly, scheduled for August 19. ... I call for the legislature and Governor Kaine to use this special session to avoid a miscarriage of justice by addressing the situation confronting Arthur Whitfield, … Continue reading Mathieson joins call for Whitfield inclusion in session
Three for Thursday
Looking for something to do Thursday afternoon/evening? Well, if you are in Hampton Roads, you have your pick of at least three events going on. Gary West campaign office opening is from 5pm-8pm. Details are here. Del. Joe Bouchard fundraiser is 4:30pm to 6:30pm at D'egg Diner in downtown Norfolk. $50/$250/$500/$1,000 RSVP to Jenn Democratic … Continue reading Three for Thursday
LBC proposes Whitfield legislation
The Legislative Black Caucus, which is chaired by Norfolk's own Del. Kenny Alexander, has drafted legislation (pdf)to compensate Arthur Whitfield. In a statement, Alexander said: On Wednesday, August 19, 2009, the Virginia General Assembly will convene a Special Session to address the significant impact of the June 25 decision of the US Supreme Court in … Continue reading LBC proposes Whitfield legislation
McDonnell calls for Whitfield inclusion in special session
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell released a statement calling for Arthur Whitfield's case to be considered as a part of the special session. Arthur Whitfield received an absolute pardon from the Governor after serving 22 years in prison. Following his release in 2004 his transition back into society has been very difficult. Unfortunately the timing … Continue reading McDonnell calls for Whitfield inclusion in special session
Deeds garners another endorsement
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds has received the endorsement of 21st Century Democrats, an organization devoted to building a network of progressive Democrats. The entire press release is below the fold. 21st Century Democrats Endorses Creigh Deeds for Governor of Virginia WASHINGTON, DC – Today, 21st Century Democrats, a leading progressive electoral organization, announced its … Continue reading Deeds garners another endorsement
Special session: Whitfield NOT included
I just received a copy of the Governor's proclamation regarding the August 19th Special Session. Note what it says (click to enlarge): for the sole purpose of considering changes to the Code of Virginia to assure Virginia's compliance with the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts What a shame. Perhaps the legislature can … Continue reading Special session: Whitfield NOT included
Deeds garners NARAL Pro-Choice VA endorsement
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds has received the endorsement of NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia's PAC. The endorsement is not unexpected. After Saturday's debate, Deeds' campaign manager Joe Abbey said: One of the starkest differences in the debate today was on a woman’s right to choose. Every voter in Virginia deserves to know that Bob McDonnell opposes … Continue reading Deeds garners NARAL Pro-Choice VA endorsement
On Deeds and the black vote
There is a meme developing in the gubernatorial race regarding Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds. It seems that the talking heads - none of which, I might add, are black - have decided that Deeds has a "problem" with black voters. They cite as evidence three things: Deeds' performance in the primary Sheila Johnson's endorsement of … Continue reading On Deeds and the black vote
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