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!

Affordable housing in Hampton Roads

The front page of Monday's Virginian Pilot carried an article on the lack of affordable housing in the region, focusing specifically on Section 8. The graph at the left (click to enlarge) shows part of the problem but what got me was this: Both Norfolk and Portsmouth are authorized to give out far more vouchers … Continue reading Affordable housing in Hampton Roads →

The Pulpit Speaks: December 14, 1957

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Continuing our general theme "Ordeals That Make Men Grow," we find ourselves this week discussing the life of Joseph. This familiar life deals with one who in the sight of his brothers, had … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: December 14, 1957 →

What went wrong?

The New York Times (free registration required) has a series of articles on the demise of the presidential campaign of Hillary Clinton. My favorite quote comes from Bob Kerrey, a former presidential candidate himself: Focusing on her mistakes is an exercise in making someone who is already miserable even more so. As is true with … Continue reading What went wrong? →

OTR 06/08: OLF

On the Record returns this Sunday with a conversation about the Navy's desire to locate an outlying landing field. The facility requires 2,000 acres and an agreement by the host community not to build homes on 28,000 acres around it. Two sites have been identified in NC and three sites in VA, but the NIMBY … Continue reading OTR 06/08: OLF →

Clinton DC speech open thread

I'm watching C-SPAN (no talking heads, although I have to admit the callers are pretty entertaining). Anybody else watching? I understand she is running about a half hour late. Consider this an open thread. UPDATE 12:06pm: This is what you see now when you visit HillaryClinton.com (click to enlarge)

Anybody in Dominion’s critical peak pricing pilot program?

Got a letter the other day from Dominion offering us participation in its Critical Peak Pilot Program. Anybody out there already participating? I'm trying to figure out whether this makes sense for our household. Any tips would be great!

Breakfast with Brian Moran Saturday

The Norfolk City Democratic Committee will be holding its monthly breakfast meeting tomorrow - Saturday, June 7 - at 8:30am at Picadilly's Restaurant, 530 N. Military Hwy. Joining us will be 2009 gubernatorial candidate Brian J. Moran, winner of the straw poll at my 3rd Annual Memorial Day Bash. Come on out, enjoy some breakfast, … Continue reading Breakfast with Brian Moran Saturday →

Cook updates VA-02, Nye moving up

The non-partisan The Cook Political Report has updated its rankings of ten House races today, including VA-02. The race has been changed from "Likely Republican" to "Leans Republican," reflecting the increasing strength of Democratic candidate Glen Nye against incumbent Republican Thelma Drake. From the comments on the race (behind firewall), House Editor David Wasserman offers … Continue reading Cook updates VA-02, Nye moving up →