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!

The Pulpit Speaks: May 9, 1959

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. A few days ago, a young man came to me. On his face was written all of the evidence of distress. He inquired of me if I had a few moments that I … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: May 9, 1959 →

The aftermath

The writing of the obituary of the Hillary Clinton campaign for the Democratic nomination for president began in earnest on Wednesday morning. Her narrow win in Indiana coupled with the loss in North Carolina has all of the pundits weighing in. I don't think anyone can deny that the path to the nomination hasn't narrowed. … Continue reading The aftermath →

OTR 05/11: Robertson, transportation

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a segment with Gordon Robertson, son of Pat, CEO of CBN and co-host of The 700 Club. In the other segment, host Joel Rubin is joined by Phil Shucet, former Commissioner of VDOT. Shucet has proposed a bridge to connect the Southside and Peninsula, rather than another tunnel. … Continue reading OTR 05/11: Robertson, transportation →

Report: Generations of Women for Hillary

The Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC was the setting for Wednesday's gathering of some 1,500 women (and a few men 🙂 ) who support Hillary Clinton's presidential bid. I had not originally planned to attend this event but when contacted about it Saturday evening, I decided to go. After all, what better way to … Continue reading Report: Generations of Women for Hillary →

Quick update

I've got a full day today with the funeral. More to come. ============ Hanging out with 1,500+ Clinton supporters yesterday certainly was the spirit boost I - and probably all of us - needed. What was even more awesome was the opportunity to meet and chat briefly with Senator Clinton. And yes, she wished me … Continue reading Quick update →

Time to apply for Norfolk real estate tax relief

Applications are now being accepted for the Norfolk Real Estate Tax Relief program for seniors and/or the disabled. To qualify: You must be 65 years of age or totally and permanently disabled; You must live in the property to be exempted; Your combined income of owners and all relatives living in home cannot exceed $62,000 … Continue reading Time to apply for Norfolk real estate tax relief →

American Idol 05/06/07: Predictions

OK, so I'm not going to be able to do my results post at a reasonable time tomorrow so I'm sitting here watching tonight's show. Each of the contestants performed two songs from the Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame catalog. You'd think that, given the size of that catalog, there would be some awesome … Continue reading American Idol 05/06/07: Predictions →

Local races watch

With the local polls closed, the results are just starting to roll in. The Norfolk results can be found here, the Chesapeake ones here, and the Portsmouth ones here. (Sorry, Peninsula - three cities for me to follow is enough 😦 ) Early results in Norfolk show both incumbents - Daun Hester and Barclay Winn … Continue reading Local races watch →

Best laid plans

After working 15 hour days, 7 days a week since January 2nd, I was really looking forward to some time off this week. Typically, I try not to do anything strenuous and mainly just catch up on some sleep, especially since my birthday is this week. To say that a restful week isn't happening would … Continue reading Best laid plans →

Vote today

Local elections are being held in Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Norfolk today. In Chesapeake and Portsmouth, the elections include the mayor, some city council members and some school board members. In Norfolk, council members from superwards 6 and 7 will be elected. The Virginian Pilot has put together a voter guide with links to the candidate's … Continue reading Vote today →