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 05/18: Marshall, Clinton v Obama

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a segment with Del. Bob Marshall, who is seeking the Republican nomination for the opportunity to be roadkill run against Mark Warner in the fall. In the other segment, it is Clinton v Obama, in the form of yours truly and Congressman Bobby Scott. And in his My … Continue reading OTR 05/18: Marshall, Clinton v Obama →

Jones’ statement on Wilder not running for re-election

As first reported by The Shad Plank, Richmond Mayor Doug Wilder will not be running for re-election. In response to this announcement, Dwight Jones, candidate for mayor, had this to say: "Mayor Wilder has been an iconic figure in Virginia politics for many years. "As the first African-American Governor in our nation's history, Doug Wilder … Continue reading Jones’ statement on Wilder not running for re-election →

Indictment in MySpace suicide case

A federal grand jury has indicted in the MySpace suicide case, according to this article. In a highly unusual use of a federal law generally employed in computer fraud cases, a federal grand jury here on Thursday indicted a Missouri woman accused of using a phony online identity to trick and taunt a 13-year-old girl, … Continue reading Indictment in MySpace suicide case →

Republican-dominated court overtuns same-sex marriage ban

Yep. You read that right. The California Supreme Court, which, according to this article is "Republican-dominated," overturned the state marriage laws which prohibited same sex marriage. The California Supreme Court has six Republican appointees and one Democrat. Scholars have described the court under the leadership of Chief Justice Ronald M. George as cautious and moderately … Continue reading Republican-dominated court overtuns same-sex marriage ban →

Kaine in Hampton tonight for transportation town hall

Governor Tim Kaine brings his transportation plan to Hampton Roads tonight with a town hall meeting at 7:30pm at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The Governor returns to Hampton Roads on Tuesday, June 3, with a similar meeting in Virginia Beach. That meeting will be held at the Virginia Beach Convention Center and starts at … Continue reading Kaine in Hampton tonight for transportation town hall →

American Idol Results 05/14/08: Down to 2

Last night, the three remaining contestants each sang three songs: one chosen by the judges, one chosen by the contestant and one chosen by the show's producers. Wonderkid David Archuleta did a decent job with his three, although his own choice was a bit strange. Syesha - well, let's just say she didn't give me … Continue reading American Idol Results 05/14/08: Down to 2 →

Norfolk council informally approves budget

According to this article, the Norfolk City Council informally approved the city's $1.2 billion budget yesterday. As expected, th budget, which goes into effect July 1, does not include a reduction in the real estate tax rate. One change made by council was to increase the income eligibility for the Tax Relief Program for Seniors … Continue reading Norfolk council informally approves budget →

Hillary takes WV

OK, so it's not a surprise that Hillary Clinton has been projected the winner of the WV primary. But did you know that no Democrat has won the White House since 1916 without winning the WV? Democrats carried West Virginia in 1992 and 1996, but lost the state—and the White House--in 2000 and 2004. Hmm. … Continue reading Hillary takes WV →

Opinion, please: local income tax

Until mentioned in the Governor's news release, I was quite unaware that a local income tax option existed. According to the Code of Virginia: The Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William, and the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, Manassas Park, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach hereby authorized to levy a local income … Continue reading Opinion, please: local income tax →

Kaine proposes transportation plan

Governor Tim Kaine will propose his transportation plan in a press conference at noon today. The Daily Press has AP writer Bob Lewis' report on last night's conference calls with Senate and House Democrats. The Virginian Pilot also has an article on the topic. According to my sources, the Governor's plan takes a three-pronged approach … Continue reading Kaine proposes transportation plan →