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!

A look at the revenue shortfall

With Monday's presentation to the money committees of the General Assembly, we now know that FY 2007 revenues were $234 million short and estimated revenues for FY 2008 will be $407 million less than previously forecasted. The Governor's remarks to the committee did not include all of the details. That task was left to Secretary … Continue reading A look at the revenue shortfall →

Heretick event with Warner

Steve Heretick, the Democratic candidate in the 13th Senatorial district, is having an event this Sunday, August 26, with former governor Mark Warner. The event will be held at the R and R Ranch (7742 Quaker Drive, Suffolk) from 6pm to 8pm. Tickets are $50 or $250 if you want to attend the special reception … Continue reading Heretick event with Warner →

NN Dems event tomorrow

Thursday, August 23rd at 7 PM, the Newport News Democratic City Committee is hosting a "Turning Newport News Blue" dinner. The event will be held at the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Hall, 812 Warwick Blvd at Union Street. From an email I received: Many special invited guest and candidates will be in attendance to talk … Continue reading NN Dems event tomorrow →

Upcoming Iraq rally and vigil

The Iraq Summer Campaign is sponsoring a Take A Stand Town Hall and Stand Up Vigil in Hampton Roads. The event will be held Tuesday, August 28, at 7pm at the Lynnhaven Colony Congregational Church Community Center in Virginia Beach. RSVP here.

Dueling op eds: Rerras v Northam

Today's Virginian Pilot features op eds from the 6th Senatorial district candidates: Republican incumbent Nick Rerras and Democratic challenger Ralph Northam. The topic is the so-called abuser fees. In his piece, Rerras takes pot shots at Northam, the Governor and Senate Democrats, while offering no solutions of his own. I will work to improve this … Continue reading Dueling op eds: Rerras v Northam →

21/51: Believe!

The Daily Press has an interview with Democratic Party chairman Richard "Dickie" Cranwell, in which he discusses the chances of Democrats gaining control of the General Assembly. In all candor, I believe that the likely scenario is that we'll take control of the Senate. I think the House is a more difficult task, but based … Continue reading 21/51: Believe! →

Al Franken for Senate

To say that I haven't paid any attention to this race would be an understatement. But I just got a fundraising call on behalf of Al Franken, who is running for Senate in Minnesota. According to this article, Franken was expected to be a well-financed candidate. I can only assume that that hasn't worked out … Continue reading Al Franken for Senate →

Open thread

I got new computer yesterday and while PCmover is awesome, I do have a few tweaks to make. So consider this an open thread. Talk about whatever 🙂

Vick takes plea deal

According to the Virginian-Pilot, NFL quarterback and Newport News native Michael Vick has decided to accept a plea deal. Vick is going to enter a guilty plea to the felony conspiracy charge next Monday at 10:30 a.m., said Lawrence Woodward, one of Vick's defense attorneys. The details of the deal have not been disclosed. Last … Continue reading Vick takes plea deal →

Governor: revenue shortfall $234 million

In prepared remarks today to the money committees, Governor Tim Kaine announced that the revenue shortfalls for the 2007 FY totaled $234 million, with revenue growth only 4.9% as opposed to the anticipated 6.5%. The housing sector, which started slowing last fiscal year, continues to struggle. As you know, most of our metropolitan areas are … Continue reading Governor: revenue shortfall $234 million →