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!

Monday press conferences

Seems everyone wants to have a press conference today. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds held a press conference this morning in Roanoke where he, along with Senator Mark Warner, announced the Deeds Plan to Jump Start the economy. The press release from that is below the fold. At noon, vpap is holding its first ever … Continue reading Monday press conferences →

West office opening 7/30

Please Join Gary West House of Delegates Candidate, District 94 With Local Elected Officials, Candidates, and Campaign Staff For Office Opening Party Thursday, July 30, 2009 - 5pm-8pm At West for Delegate Campaign Headquarters: Teagle Building, 2nd Floor 12284 Warwick Blvd, Suite 2-H Newport News, VA 23606 ___________________________ Contact: manager@garywestfordelegate.com or (757) 874-0492 Campaign Contributions: … Continue reading West office opening 7/30 →

Moon landing 40 years later

I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the Earth. ~ President John F. Kennedy, May 25, 1961 Although he didn't live to see it, the president's dream was fulfilled 40 years ago today … Continue reading Moon landing 40 years later →

Shannon calls on Cuccinelli to respond to Crabhill remarks

Democratic AG candidate Steve Shannon held a press telephone conference this afternoon. (Due to other commitments, I was unable to participate.) Based on his press release (below the fold), Shannon asked Republican AG candidate Ken Cuccinelli to respond to the remarks offered by Catherine Crabhill, the Republican candidate in the 99th House of Delegates district. … Continue reading Shannon calls on Cuccinelli to respond to Crabhill remarks →

Happy birthday, Joe!

Happy birthday to Delegate Joe Bouchard! Today he turns 55.  In honor of his birthday, the campaign is asking for donations of $55. Wish him a happy birthday yourself by sending him a few bucks. I'm sure he'd be grateful for any amount that you can give.

Friday fun: What modern president?

You Are Most Like John F. Kennedy You live a fairy tale life that most people envy. And while you may have a few dark secrets, few people know them. What Modern US President Are You Most Like? . What's with this "fairy tale life" stuff? 😉

6/30/09 Financial reports – local House races

July 15 was the filing deadline for financial reports for the period 5/28 - 6/30. These reports are now available at Virginia Public Access Project. Here's a rundown on the local House races, including a couple of additional races since my last post on this.  (Note: * indicates incumbent.) Since there are so many races, … Continue reading 6/30/09 Financial reports – local House races →

Bouchard/Stolle joint appearance Thursday

Incumbent Democratic Delegate Joe Bouchard and Republican challenger Chris Stolle will have a joint appearance Thursday, July 16, at a candidates' forum sponsored by the Third Precinct Citizens Advisory Committee. The forum will be held from 7pm to 9pm in the cafeteria at Bayside High School (4960 Haygood Rd , Virginia Beach, VA 23455) Voters … Continue reading Bouchard/Stolle joint appearance Thursday →

New Rasmussen poll: McDonnell 44%, Deeds 41%

Rasmussen has released a new Virginia gubernatorial poll today which shows Republican Bob McDonnell at 44% and Democrat Creigh Deeds at 41%.  The money quote: The key to Deeds’ fortunes in November may prove to be how President Obama is viewed by voters in the state. Um yeah. It's called being a Virginia Democrat.