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!

Two years

Thanks to the little graphic in the bottom of my side bar, I'm reminded that today is the two-year anniversary of the launching of this blog. What appears in the About section of my sidebar was written at that time and I believe remains true today: The primary focus of this blog is Norfolk politics. … Continue reading Two years →

Hillary campaign Monday schedule of events

Here is the schedule of campaign appearances: President Clinton speaks at a "Solutions for America" Town Hall Event 12:15pm Great Hall, The Woodard Center 1301 College Avenue Mary Washington University Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Senator Clinton Speaks at Larry Sabato's class 3:00 pm Cabell Hall, Univ. of Virginia Charlottesville, VA (not open to the public) President … Continue reading Hillary campaign Monday schedule of events →

Monday update (02/11): Redistricting

Weekly update of my legislative agenda issue. SB38, the bipartisan redistricting bill, passed the Senate on a 33-5 vote last Monday. It has been communicated to the House, where it should land in P&E subcommitte on Elections. Getting this bill out of the subcommittee will be crucial, so if you know any members (Chairman Chris … Continue reading Monday update (02/11): Redistricting →

Veterans for Hillary Monday in Norfolk – Canceled

Hampton Roads veterans are invited to join former Secretary of the Navy John H. Dalton and RADM David Stone (USN, Ret) for an event for Hillary Clinton for President. The event will be held Monday, February 11, 2007 at 2pm at the Half Moon Cruise Terminal, located next to Nauticus in downtown. UPDATE: This event … Continue reading Veterans for Hillary Monday in Norfolk – Canceled →

JJ Dinner wrapup

I got to Richmond around 4pm, only to find that Broad Street had become something of a parking lot! After circling the block, I managed to find the entrance to the parking garage and headed over to pick up my press credentials. (I already had my dinner pass.) Once inside, I took a look at … Continue reading JJ Dinner wrapup →

The Pulpit Speaks: February 6, 1960

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither shall there be sorrows, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: February 6, 1960 →

Clinton Rally in Chesapeake

As I was getting dressed this morning around 8:30, I had the local news on and saw a live report from Indian River High School regarding the rally with Bill Clinton. The line was already around the building, even though the doors were not scheduled to open until 9. I arrived just before the doors … Continue reading Clinton Rally in Chesapeake →

OTR 02/10: VA primary, illegal immigration

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a conversation with Charles Dunn, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University and author of a recent book on the conservative movement in America, on John McCain's problems with that wing of the GOP. In the other segment, joining host Joel Rubin will be George … Continue reading OTR 02/10: VA primary, illegal immigration →

How I deal with folks who spam this blog

Seems there are some new folks who have found my blog. Well, you are certainly welcome to contribute here. While I don't have many rules (common courtesy, no profanity), there are a couple of things I won't tolerate. Posting the same comment over and over in multiple threads will result in you being banned. Posting … Continue reading How I deal with folks who spam this blog →

UPDATED: Bill Clinton’s schedule for Saturday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 8, 2008 UPDATED: President Bill Clinton Visits Virginia on Saturday, February 9, 2008 The Clinton campaign today announced that President Bill Clinton will campaign for Hillary in Virginia on Saturday, February 9. President Clinton attends “Solutions for America” events in Chesapeake, Richmond, Abingdon, and Blacksburg. Additional details will be forthcoming. Saturday, … Continue reading UPDATED: Bill Clinton’s schedule for Saturday →