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!

One more: From the Moran campaign

Seems there's an awful lot of activity coming out of the campaigns today 🙂 Anyway, gubernatorial candidate Brian Moran announced a series of endorsements from the Martinsville area. Moran received the support of Delegate Ward L. Armstrong, House Minority Leader, Sheriff Steven Draper, President of the Virginia Sheriffs' Association, and Martinsville Democratic Committee Chair Lorene … Continue reading One more: From the Moran campaign →

From the Bowerbank campaign

LG candidate Jon Bowerbank managed to get tax relief for residents of Russell County. Personal property tax payments have been delayed 30 days, from December 11, 2008 to January 11, 2009. The press release is below the fold. Cedar Bluff, VA - In an effort to provide relief to taxpayers during this rough economic period … Continue reading From the Bowerbank campaign →

From the Wagner for LG campaign

A couple of things from Jody Wagner's campaign. First, the campaign announced some endorsements from Northern Virginia elected officials. Public officials endorsing Wagner today include: Sharon Bulova, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Braddock District Tom Clinton, Commissioner of Revenue, Falls Church Kerry Donley, Former Mayor, Alexandria Paul Ebert, Commissioner of Revenue, Manassas Barbara Favola, … Continue reading From the Wagner for LG campaign →

“The People’s Inauguration”

A Fairfax County businessman, Earl W. Stafford, is planning a 3-day inauguration event for those who would otherwise not be able to attend. "Our objective is to bring in a cross-section of society -- those who are distressed, those who are terminally ill, those who are socially and economically disadvantaged, those veterans who are wounded … Continue reading “The People’s Inauguration” →

Fliergate: A closer look (part 3)

I actually had something else planned for this part but since Mouse asked, I took a look at the vote information for the last mayoral race in Virginia Beach. That election was held May 4, 2004. First, as a reminder, here are the figures from the Flier Ticket precincts I discussed in part 1. I … Continue reading Fliergate: A closer look (part 3) →

Fliergate: A closer look (part 2)

In my analysis of Fliergate, I mentioned that there were 17 precincts in which the winners were Barack Obama, Meyera Oberndorf and Georgia Allen. I call them "The Democratic Ticket" precincts. Let's look a little closer at them. #votes # reg. Obama McCain Oberndorf Sessoms Allen Wilson 16 Aragona 2,696 4,299 1,528 1,114 870 856 … Continue reading Fliergate: A closer look (part 2) →

Suffolk changes to personnel code

The Virginian Pilot is reporting that the City Council in Suffolk is set to approve some changes to its personnel code. The last time the chapter was updated was in 1998. This part caught my eye (emphasis added): The revised chapter also includes an entirely new section titled "Separations" that says all employment with the … Continue reading Suffolk changes to personnel code →

Sky show

The moon, Venus and Jupiter came together Monday evening in a rare conjunction that was visible to the naked eye. This picture was taken outside my house. We missed the tightest conjunction which, according to this article, was supposed to look like a frown.  (Click to enlarge)

Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State

Unless you've been under a rock, you know that President-elect Barack Obama has designated former rival Hillary Clinton to be Secretary of State. I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, I think she will make a great S of S. On the other hand, I think this marks the pinnacle of her … Continue reading Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State →