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!

Norfolk CA special election results

Hmm - it's 7:07pm, the polls are closed. There is no link on the State Board of Elections website nor is the Norfolk Electoral Board website link live. This special election pits Democrat Greg Underwood against Republican John Coggeshall for the opportunity to serve the remaining term of Jack Doyle, who was elevated to a … Continue reading Norfolk CA special election results →

BREAKING: Clarke Hogan retires

I've just received word that Del. Clarke Hogan (R-60) will not run for re-election in the fall. What is going on in the RPV these days? UPDATE: Seems The Gazette Virginian got this story earlier. (via RedStorm PAC)

Moran announces more Hampton Roads support

Brian Moran, candidate for governor, announced more Hampton Roads support this morning. Endorsing Moran today were: Sheriffs Bob McCabe of Norfolk and BJ Roberts of Hampton; Virginia Beach School Board Members Brent McKenzie and Todd Davidson; Commissioners of the Revenue Sharon McDonald of Norfolk and Ross Mugler of Hampton; City Councilman Bryan Collins of Chesapeake; … Continue reading Moran announces more Hampton Roads support →

Nye joins Blue Dogs

According to The Virginian-Pilot (no link available): Rep. Glenn Nye, a Norfolk Democrat who rode Barack Obama's coattails last fall to claim what had been a reliably Republican seat in the House, moved last week to reassure voters that he's a fiscal conservative. As the new administration touted a budget plan that includes record deficits … Continue reading Nye joins Blue Dogs →

Hampton Dems event: Shannon video

Remarks delivered by Del. Steve Shannon, candidate for AG. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Hampton Dems event: Deeds video

Senator Creigh Deeds remarks to the Hampton Dems Sunday afternoon. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Hampton Dems event: Moran video

Former delegate Brian Moran's remarks to the Hampton Dems Sunday afternoon. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Hampton Dems event

The Hampton Dems hosted an event this afternoon for statewide and local Democratic candidates. In attendance were gubernatorial candidates Brian Moran and Creigh Deeds along with attorney general candidate Steve Shannon. Surrogates for gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe, and lieutenant governor candidates Jody Wagner, Jon Bowerbank, and Pat Edmonson were also there. Prior to the speeches, … Continue reading Hampton Dems event →

Spring forward

What an absolute waste of precious time. Not being a morning person, it's hard enough to get up as it is. And this time of the year -- for me at least -- taking an hour out of days that are already too short is ridiculous. I'll repeat my annual request: pick one time and … Continue reading Spring forward →

The Pulpit Speaks: October 11, 1958

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Sometime ago, I read one of the most interesting books it has been my pleasure to read. It was entitled “Mankind At The Crossroads,” by Henry C. Link. One of the oddities of … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: October 11, 1958 →