The Fab Five of American Idol took on the music of standards from the Rat Pack era. As expected, the guys all showed up in skinny ties 🙂 I find the genre a strange choice for a pop star program; while I love this music, I can't imagine there are many who watch this show … Continue reading American Idol 04/28/09: standards
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!
Nye endorses Wagner
2nd Congressional district representative Glenn Nye today endorsed Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor. The campaign released the following video today.
VEA forum on TV tonight
Hampton Roads residents who were unable to attend last week's VEA gubernatorial forum will be able to watch it on TV tonight. WHRO, the local public TV station, will be airing the forum in which all four candidates for governor - Republican Bob McDonnell and Democrats Creigh Deeds, Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran - appeared. … Continue reading VEA forum on TV tonight
Judgment in defamation case against the Pilot
With the recent articles in The Virginian-Pilot regarding anti-Semitic vandalism of local synagogues (1, 2), one would expect that the paper would have at least mentioned the recent decision to grant summary judgment on most of the issues of a suit against it. If the Pilot has said something, I haven't seen it. Back in … Continue reading Judgment in defamation case against the Pilot
Fliergate update: Iwans pleads guilty
Dave Iwans, political consultant and campaign manager for Virginia Beach mayor Will Sessoms, pled guilty to violating the campaign laws. He will pay the maximum fine of $2,500 and will get no jail time. The money quote from the article (emphasis mine): ...this plea indicates that Iwans intended to deceive voters, said Bill Prince, a … Continue reading Fliergate update: Iwans pleads guilty
The Pulpit Speaks: February 27, 1960
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Then said the Lord, “I will set a plumbline in the midst of my people, Israel.” – Amos 7:8 Never in the history of men has there been so much controversy concerning right … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: February 27, 1960
Grassroots endorses Moran for governor
Brian Moran released a list of grassroots endorsements today. The list includes more than 170 individuals from across the Commonwealth who have worked hard to elect Democratic candidates over the years. The list can be found here. Head on over, take a look, see who you know and why they are supporting Brian. While you … Continue reading Grassroots endorses Moran for governor
Signer responds
From the Signer for LG campaign: MIKE SIGNER CAMPAIGN DELIGHTED TO FORCE DISCUSSION OF DISENFRANCHISEMENT TO CENTER STAGE IN LT. GOV. RACE Arlington VA – The Mike Signer campaign is glad to see a discussion about a real issue of social justice from the Wagner campaign, rather than the recitation of political endorsements and campaign … Continue reading Signer responds
Black Caucus criticizes Signer
A press release from the Wagner for LG campaign: BLACK CAUCUS MEMBERS CRITICIZE SIGNER RESTORATION STANCE WAGNER PROPOSAL PRAISED BY DEL. ALEXANDER; SEN. LUCAS Today, members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus expressed profound disappointment with Lt. Governor candidate Mike Signer's proposal of a mandatory waiting period for the restoration of voting rights. The statements … Continue reading Black Caucus criticizes Signer
A race is cooking in the 90th
Or that is the impression one could get by looking at what's been going on recently. Incumbent delegate Algie Howell is having a campaign kickoff this Sunday. The event is being hosted by Randy Wright and the special guest is gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe. Howell faces a challenge for the nomination from Lionell Spruill, Jr., … Continue reading A race is cooking in the 90th
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