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!

American Idol Results 03/06/08: The Top 12

Thursday night the sixteen contestants on American Idol were reduced to twelve: six guys and six gals. It's really a shame that they want the show to be balanced, as I think the females are much stronger than the males. Oh well. This week's theme was the 1980s and most of the songs were ones … Continue reading American Idol Results 03/06/08: The Top 12 →

Moran blasts House GOP on education funding

An op-ed by House Democratic Caucus chair Brian Moran appeared* in this morning's Virginian Pilot. In it, Del. Moran explains how the House Republican budget shortchanges education. Embedded in its budget proposal is a formula change that alters the fundamental state commitment to provide public education to our children. This fine print has major impacts: … Continue reading Moran blasts House GOP on education funding →

Going to miss you, Brett

Brett Favre, the quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, announced his retirement Tuesday. The 17-year veteran, who started his career in Atlanta, leaves the game as the holder of records for touchdowns and passing yards. I was afraid that he was going to retire this year, which is why I wanted so badly for the … Continue reading Going to miss you, Brett →

Superdelegates vs caucuses

The Texas Two-Step of Tuesday was a interesting opportunity to see how the race to 2,025 has played out over this primary season. We saw Hillary Clinton win the first step - the primary - and Barack Obama (likely to) win the second - the caucus. In so many ways, this is a microcosm of … Continue reading Superdelegates vs caucuses →

Norfolk council candidates face challengers

On May 6, Norfolk will hold elections for the two council seats representing the superwards. The deadline for filing to run was 7pm Tuesday. According to the SBE, both incumbents have challengers. Ward 6 councilman Barclay Winn is being challenged by Jack Stiles. If the name sounds familiar, it is because Jack has been a … Continue reading Norfolk council candidates face challengers →

Hillary takes OH, RI, TX primary

Hillary Clinton has been declared the winner in Ohio and Rhode Island, while Barack Obama has been declared the winner in Vermont. Texas, at this point, is too close to call. It ain't over. Go Hillary! UPDATE: (12:07am) Hillary's email from tonight is below the fold. UPDATE2: (12:53am) CNN projects that Hillary has won the … Continue reading Hillary takes OH, RI, TX primary →

Nye garners Pickett endorsement

Former 2nd Congressional District Congressman Owen Pickett endorsed Glenn Nye today in his bid for the seat currently occupied by Thelma Drake. Virginia Beach, VA - Former Congressman Owen Pickett today endorsed Glenn Nye for Congress in Virginia's Second Congressional District. Congressman Pickett represented the Second District in the United States House of Representatives from … Continue reading Nye garners Pickett endorsement →

NCDC moves monthly meeting

The Norfolk City Democratic Committee has moved its business meeting date and location. The new meeting date is the 3rd Wednesday at Norview High School (park and enter on the football stadium side). Meetings start at 7pm. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, March 19. The monthly breakfast is still on the first Saturday … Continue reading NCDC moves monthly meeting →

Compromise on payday lending

According to The Virginian Pilot, a compromise has been reached on payday lending. The missing piece: a cap on interest rates. (I find it curious that Del. Terry Kilgore says that "there was not enough support to pass an annual cap on loans." SB12 passed the House 91-7! What votes is he missing?) You know, … Continue reading Compromise on payday lending →

Extra innings

I wonder if the proprietors of 7 West plan to restart their Extra Innings blog this year? Because that's where we are headed. The General Assembly will be reconvening on April 16. Governor Tim Kaine has already put out the beginnings of his schedule of town hall meetings. They kick off next week and will … Continue reading Extra innings →