For obvious reasons, I wasn't able to make Brian Moran's blogger dinner last night. Looking at the videos posted so far of the event by Bryan Scrafford makes me really wish that I had been able to. In this video, Brian talks about powdered milk, a product some may not be familiar with. Powdered milk … Continue reading Moran on powdered milk
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!
Friday fun: What generation do you belong in?
You Belong in the Baby Boomer Generation You fit in best with people born between 1943 and 1960. You are optimistic, rebellious, and even a little self centered. You still believe that you will change the world. You detest authority and rules. Deep down, you're a non conformist. What Generation Do You Belong In? Talk … Continue reading Friday fun: What generation do you belong in?
Sabato on governor’s race
In part one of three parts, UVA's Larry Sabato takes a look at the upcoming governor's races in 2009 and 2010. He gives a brief synopsis of the situation in Virginia: Another chance for party change is in Virginia, where Republicans have already decided upon their gubernatorial nominee, former state Attorney General Bob McDonnell. Democrats … Continue reading Sabato on governor’s race
SPSA news: increase fees, sell plant
Thursday's Virginian-Pilot includes an article on the Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) and the latest plans for the beleagured agency. It seems that a couple of the member communities - Norfolk and Chesapeake - have come up with a plan: Raising tipping fees from $104 per ton to $175 per ton Sell off the Portsmouth … Continue reading SPSA news: increase fees, sell plant
Republican woes
I saw this article by Leonard Pitts earlier this week in The Virginian-Pilot. You will not believe it, but I have been rooting for the GOP. As well deserved as its recent drubbings have been, the fact is, single-party governance is invariably a recipe for overreaching; the Bush years proved that inarguably. So for the … Continue reading Republican woes
American Idol Results 03/11/09
American Idol announced the "twist" mentioned in Tuesday night's show. They call it "the judges' save." As I understand it, if someone that the judges think should not be voted off the show gets booted, they can be saved by judges. The judges have to be unanimous and they can only do this once during … Continue reading American Idol Results 03/11/09
Bowerbank event in Chesapeake Saturday
Del. Lionell Spruill Sr. will be hosting a campaign kickoff breakfast/meet and greet for LG candidate Jon Bowerbank this Saturday, March 14, from 8am to 10am at Bethany Baptist Church, 2587 Campostella Road, Chesapeake, 23324. The event is free and open to the public.
Signer Coffee Break 03/10: restoration of voting rights
Mike Signer, candidate for LG, released another Coffee Break video today. Watch it - and understand the reasoning behind Virginia being only one of two states to continue to resist restoring voting rights to convicted felons. Check out what Jack & Jill Politics has to say about this.
American Idol 03/10/09: The baker’s dozen
The thirteen finalists of American Idol performed the music of Michael Jackson Tuesday night. Two of them will be eliminated Wednesday night. Opening the show was Lil Rounds, who sang "The Way You Make Me Feel," from the 1987 Bad album. She did a good job, although I wouldn't have heaped the praise on her … Continue reading American Idol 03/10/09: The baker’s dozen
Fairfax special election
Trying to watch AI and two elections makes for a busy night 😦 Anyway, the situation in Fairfaix County for the Board of Supervisors seat from Braddock is interesting. You can follow the results here (pdf). As of this writing, John Cook is leading Ilrwoung Moon 5937 to 5868. However, it seems that there is … Continue reading Fairfax special election
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