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!

Stunned

As I fought afternoon traffic heading into downtown for the investiture of my friend, Joe Migliozzi, my phone rang. The person on the other end informed me that Jon Bowerbank, who has been in the LG race longer than anyone else, was dropping out of the race. Moments later, a text message: he was out … Continue reading Stunned →

Winning in November

One of the things that I have mentioned repeatedly on this blog is the history of Virginia electing a governor from the party opposite that of the president. No one really knows the exact reason for this, but many suspect that it has something to do with how tough the first year of a new … Continue reading Winning in November →

American Idol 05/13/09 results: the final two

I was on vacation last week so I didn't post about American Idol. Of course, that doesn't mean I didn't watch the shows 😉 I was really disappointed that Alison was voted off. Danny did a horrible job on the genre (rock), while she excelled. I'm joining those who think the show is rigged. Tuesday … Continue reading American Idol 05/13/09 results: the final two →

Opinion, please: assessor in your house?

On April 15, the City of Norfolk posted this press release which announced the start of a five-year review plan of the real estate in Norfolk.  Except for the fact that the first reviews were scheduled to start five days later, the notice seemed to me to be relatively benign: Prior to initiating the inspection … Continue reading Opinion, please: assessor in your house? →

Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation

State Senators Ralph Northam (D-Norfolk)  and Mary Margaret Whipple (D-Arlington) were named Virginia Legislators of the Year by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The awards were scheduled to be presented Tuesday morning before the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council meeting at the Mount Vernon Administration building. The legislators were to be presented with original artwork and Governor … Continue reading Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation →

Another test

So WordPress announced a new feature today: post by email. I am giving it a shot, writing this from my new-but-may-have-to-return BlackBerry Curve 8900. (For some strange reason, I can't play YouTube videos over WiFi, although they play fine over T-Mobile's Edge network.) Anyway, let's see how well this works. If all goes well, I … Continue reading Another test →

Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation

2nd Congressional District representative Glenn Nye was a co-sponsor on legislation passed by the House of Representatives today that would provide compensation to World War II merchant mariners. He spoke in favor of the legislation as shown in the following video. According to a release from the Congressman's office: During the Second World War, approximately … Continue reading Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation →

4th Annual Memorial Day Bash update

The plans for my 4th Annual Memorial Day Bash, to be held on Saturday, May 23, are coming along nicely. Details on the event can be found here.  Come on out and enjoy a few hours of fun and food while hanging out with your fellow Democrats and our elected representatives and candidates. I will … Continue reading 4th Annual Memorial Day Bash update →