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!

American Idol 03/31/09: Contestant’s choice

The nine remaining contestants in Season 8 of American Idol got to choose any song they wanted to sing Tuesday night - as long as it was in the top iTunes downloads. The only question for me was whether I would recognize any of them 😉 Anoop chose a tune by Usher. He sounded good … Continue reading American Idol 03/31/09: Contestant’s choice →

Change the process of selecting judges

As if you need further proof that the system is horribly broken: Portsmouth could lose one of three judges for its busy General District Court because of a feud between local state legislators over who should be appointed to an opening on the bench. The Virginian-Pilot editorial board today urged the legislators to "set aside … Continue reading Change the process of selecting judges →

Fundraising deadline tonight

My email inbox has been flooded with requests for contributions as today's fundraising deadline approached. If you somehow managed to escape the deluge, consider this as a special request to contribute to your candidate(s) of choice. I'll be sending a couple of bucks to Brian Moran, but don't forget that there are other races going … Continue reading Fundraising deadline tonight →

Friday fun: What internal organ are you?

You Are The Liver You are a very versatile, adept person. You are able to do many jobs. You seek balance at all times. You are good at adjusting yourself to keep things level. You are able to counteract bad influences. You can neutralize anything toxic. You are resilient like no one else. You can … Continue reading Friday fun: What internal organ are you? →

American Idol results 03/26/09: Michael booted

I think it's time for AI to cut back the results show to half an hour. Seriously - did anyone enjoy the fill provided by Ruben and the duet with Smokey Robinson and whats-her-name? Now admittedly, it was a blast to hear Stevie Wonder but what was that last song in the medley? Never heard … Continue reading American Idol results 03/26/09: Michael booted →

Democratic gubernatorial debate schedule

The campaigns of three Democratic gubernatorial candidates have announced a debate schedule. April 19th: Farm Team Debate in Williamsburg April 23rd: Virginia Education Association's Convention Debate in Hampton April 28th: Sorensen Institute/Danville Register & Bee Debate in Danville April 29th: Huffington Post/Not Larry Sabato/Fire Dog Lake/Collegiate Times Debate in Blacksburg May 19th: Washington Post/Northern Virginia … Continue reading Democratic gubernatorial debate schedule →

NC AG files brief in VRA lawsuit; where’s the VA AG?

The Attorney General of North Carolina has filed a brief in Voting Rights Act lawsuit that will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. [Roy Cooper] attended a rally at the Legislative Building to announce his office had asked the justices to preserve a section of the landmark 1965 law that requires the federal government … Continue reading NC AG files brief in VRA lawsuit; where’s the VA AG? →

American Idol 03/25/09: Motown

The ten finalists on American Idol Wednesday night took on the music of Motown. 2009 is the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Detriot record company. The contestants got to visit the city and were greeted by Motown star Smokey Robinson and Motown founder Berry Gordy. Robinson acted as this week's mentor. Kicking things … Continue reading American Idol 03/25/09: Motown →

Lobbying for both sides

No one can serve two masters, because either he will hate one and love the other, or be loyal to one and despise the other. -- Matthew 6:24 Kemper Consulting represents the City of Norfolk. Kemper Consulting also represents CenterPointe Properties. CenterPointe Properties wants to take over the port operations of the Virginia Port Authority, … Continue reading Lobbying for both sides →