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!

Drake: “I don’t disagree with John Warner”

Excerpts of an interview with Rep. Thelma Drake are on the PilotOnline website. The topic of discussion is her recent trip to Iraq. Drake says that the surge is working. Questioned about Sen. John Warner's statement on the drawdown of troops, she said "I don't disagree." The accompanying story is also available.

The Democratic message

At the entrance to my street are two campaign signs - one for a Republican candidate, one for a Democratic candidate - side by side. The two signs are almost indistinguishable. Neither has the party affiliation on them. For the Republican candidate, I can understand why. For the Democratic candidate, I'm just disappointed. Maybe I'm … Continue reading The Democratic message →

Heretick fish fry with Kaine

Please join the Heretick for Senate Campaign and supporters for a very special Labor Day Weekend Fish Fry with Tim Kaine! What: Heretick for Senate Campaign Labor Day Weekend Fish Fry with Tim Kaine! Where: The Home of Wilson and Evelyn Goode (1544 Crystal Lake Drive in Portsmouth) When: This Sunday, September 2nd from 4-6pm … Continue reading Heretick fish fry with Kaine →

Chesley on Vick

Last Saturday's Virginian Pilot featured an op-ed by associate editor Roger Chesley. We used to get articles by Chesley more often - I don't know what the deal is with that - as his is a voice that we need to hear. This piece was timely and on point regarding not only Michael Vick, but … Continue reading Chesley on Vick →

Vick statement after plea

PilotOnline has the text as well as the video of Michael Vick's statement that he made earlier today after entering his plea. "I take full responsibility for my actions. For one second will I sit right here — not for one second will I sit right here and point the finger and try to blame … Continue reading Vick statement after plea →

Biggest Hampton Roads D party coming up

The biggest party for Democrats in Hampton Roads (and beyond) is coming up next week. Congressman Bobby Scott (D-3rd) is holding his 31st Annual Labor Day Picnic.  Last year's event was a blast. You can RSVP for this year's event thru the DPVA website.

Bye, bye: Gonzales has resigned

From the AP via PilotOnline: Attorney General Alberto Gonzales resigned, officials said Monday, ending a monthslong standoff with critics who questioned his honesty and competence at the helm of the Justice Department. Like rats on a sinking ship: Gonzales, whom Bush once considered for appointment to the Supreme Court, is the fourth top-ranking administration official … Continue reading Bye, bye: Gonzales has resigned →

Spruill op-ed on transportation

Today's edition of the Virginian-Pilot features an op-ed by Chesapeake delegate Lionell Spruill Sr. The topic is the transportation plan and Spruill outlines for all why he never supported it. From the very beginning I supported the Legislative Black Caucus plan for a statewide gas tax increase of eight cents. Caucus members felt that this … Continue reading Spruill op-ed on transportation →

Heretick event with Warner

The weather around here was awful Sunday, so I didn't relish the thought of driving over an hour to Suffolk for a fundraiser for Steve Heretick, Democratic candidate in the 13th Senate district. However, I had said that I would attend so I headed out. As it turns out, the weather was a bit worse … Continue reading Heretick event with Warner →