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!

Illegal fliers’ effect on VB mayoral election

Except for this story, which I wrote about here, little has been said about the effect of the fliers distributed on Election Day on behalf of now mayor-elect Will Sessoms. As you can see, the fliers showed Sessoms, a Republican, with an image of Obama.  And, in violation of the law, the fliers did not … Continue reading Illegal fliers’ effect on VB mayoral election →

Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel

This last election saw a clarification of the 40-foot rule prohibiting campaign activities. Now we have a bill pre-filed by Del. Jim Shuler (D-12th) which will specifically allow voters to wear campaign apparel. The bill adds section K to §24.2-604: K. The provisions of subsections A and D shall not be construed to prohibit a … Continue reading Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel →

November 1963

Looking at the calendar today, I am reminded that it has been 45 years since John Fitzgerald Kennedy, our 35th president, was assassinated. I was much too young to remember that fateful day in Dallas, although as a student of the assassination, I am quite familiar with it. I associate that time, though, with a … Continue reading November 1963 →

OTR 11/23: The economy and the VA budget

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion about the effects of the economy on the Virginia budget. Joining host Joel Rubin will be Norfolk Del. Kenny Alexander and Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton. Also on the show will be LG candidate Jody Wagner, who served as Secretary of Finance. Catch OTR at noon … Continue reading OTR 11/23: The economy and the VA budget →

RK to close December 31

According to this post, RK, formerly Raising Kaine, will be closing its doors on December 31. The work that RK has done over the years cannot be discounted. But I understand the desire - and the need - to move on.

Virginian Pilot cuts 125 jobs

Rumors have been flying for a while now about job losses at The Virginian Pilot. Saturday's paper will have the story but the details are online now: 125 jobs plus a reduction in the size of the newspaper and other cost-cutting measures. The Pilot newsroom will lose 15 employees, with a combined 297 years of … Continue reading Virginian Pilot cuts 125 jobs →

The REAL Greatest Love of All

MB, this is for you. First, the one probably most folks are familiar with: Whitney Houston But this is the version I love the best, the original, the one I've been singing for 30 years: the incomparable George Benson I believe the children are our future Teach them well And let them lead the way … Continue reading The REAL Greatest Love of All →

Who is John Fishwick?

While I posted his announcement video as well as his statement on early voting, that was about the extent of my knowledge of John Fishwick, Democratic candidate for attorney general. I suspect I'm not alone, so I emailed the campaign and asked for an interview, which we scheduled for Tuesday. As it turns out, Fishwick … Continue reading Who is John Fishwick? →

Women’s Legislative Roundtable Dec 3

The Women's Legislative Roundtable will hold its pre-session meeting on Wednesday, December 3.  The morning session, which is free, will be from 9:30am to noon in House Room 1 of the old section of the Capitol Building. Beginning at 12:15pm will be the luncheon meeting in Senate Room 3 in the new underground section of … Continue reading Women’s Legislative Roundtable Dec 3 →

Moran announces DPVA steering committee endorsements

Gubernatorial candidate Del. Brian Moran today announced the endorsement of various members of the Democratic Party of Virginia steering committee, as follows: Pixie Bell, Secretary George Burke, 11th District Chair Sandra Brandt, 2nd District Chair Marjorie Clark, 7th District Chair Audrey Collins, 4th District Chair Hon. Kerry Donley, Immediate Past Chair Abbi Easter, Treasurer Rich … Continue reading Moran announces DPVA steering committee endorsements →