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!

OTR 08/03: former governor Linwood Holton

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a conversation with former governor Linwood Holton, the father-in-law of current governor Tim Kaine. Holton was Virginia's first Republican governor since Reconstruction, occupying the office from 1969 to 1973. On tap is how Holton believes Virginia has changed in the last 40 years. And, of course, his opinion … Continue reading OTR 08/03: former governor Linwood Holton →

Wagner resigns; announcement coming?

According to PilotOnline Longtime Hampton Roads resident Jody M. Wagner will resign from her position as finance secretary in Gov. Timothy M. Kaine’s administration next week, setting up an expected run for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. The Kaine administration today announced Wagner’s resignation, effective Aug. 8, in a written statement. My guess: next … Continue reading Wagner resigns; announcement coming? →

Who says we need more beds at DePaul?

So according to Bon Secours, the hospital is "experiencing a particularly high census and overall level of hospital utilization." OK, so does that mean they intend to put those 30 beds back into service or give up their plans to reduce the number of beds to 64? Guess we'll find out at the hearing on … Continue reading Who says we need more beds at DePaul? →

Friday fun: Can you spot a liar?

You Can Definitely Spot a Liar Maybe you have good instincts. Or maybe you just have a lot of experience with liars. Either way, it's pretty hard for someone to pull a fast one on you. You're like a human lie detector. Can You Spot a Liar?

Sales tax holiday: school supplies and clothing

The first weekend in August - this year, August 1 through August 3 - is designated as a sales tax holiday. According to the Virginia Department of Taxation website: During this three-day period, purchases of qualifying school supplies selling for $20 or less per item, and purchases of qualifying clothing and footwear selling for $100 … Continue reading Sales tax holiday: school supplies and clothing →

WSJ on Kaine

The Wall Street Journal says that Virginia Governor Tim Kaine brings "versatile appeal" to the ticket and points out the obvious reasons for choosing him: But his selection may bolster the ticket with someone with experience running a large, generally well-regarded state government, and help Sen. Obama pick up blue-collar white voters. Virginia was just … Continue reading WSJ on Kaine →

Things to do Saturday: NCDC, help Nye

If you are looking for some things to do tomorrow, here are a couple: First, the Norfolk City Democratic Committee monthly breakfast begins at 8:30am at Picadilly's (530 N. Military Hwy, near Military Circle Shopping Center). Join fellow Dems for food, conversation and campaign updates. 2nd CD candidate Glen Nye is kicking off his energy … Continue reading Things to do Saturday: NCDC, help Nye →

A message from the Susans to the women of VA

Dear Friend: Most of you know us.  We have worked together through the years on many campaigns.  Just as important as the campaigns and causes we believe in are the  friendships we have made along the way.  Whether our friendship and time together is counted in decades or in months, what we shared during the … Continue reading A message from the Susans to the women of VA →

Update on Gloucester BOS: resign & charges will be dropped

A couple of weeks ago, four members of the Gloucester Board of Supervisors were indicted on several charges. Tuesday morning, the four were in court and things started out, well, a bit strange: "If anybody wants to resign from the board, we'll drop the charges, and all will be forgiven." So said Commonwealth's Attorney Robert … Continue reading Update on Gloucester BOS: resign & charges will be dropped →

Moran/Spruill flap resolved

I consider both Del. Brian Moran and Del. Lionell Spruill friends, and pretty smart guys, to boot. So I was a bit taken aback when the financial reports came out showing Moran paying Spruill during the General Assembly session. I have no problems with Moran paying Spruill for working on his campaign - heck, everybody … Continue reading Moran/Spruill flap resolved →