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!

And it’s Miller in the 1st

John C. Miller is now the official Democratic candidate in the 1st Senate District. The 1st Senatorial District Democratic Committee hereby announces the cancellation of the advertised Firehouse Primary/Caucus originally scheduled for Saturday July 7th. As publicized, if only one candidate filed their intention to seek the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s 1st Senate seat, the … Continue reading And it’s Miller in the 1st →

Opinion, please: president & governor

1960 - John Kennedy (D) 1961 - Albertis Harrison (D) 1964 - Lyndon Johnson (D) 1965 - Mills Godwin (D) 1968 - Richard Nixon (R) 1969 - Linwood Holton (R) 1972 - Richard Nixon (R) 1973 - Mills Godwin (R) 1976 - Jimmy Carter (D) 1977 - John Dalton (R) 1980 - Ronald Reagan (R) … Continue reading Opinion, please: president & governor →

Excellent video for July 4th

Found this over at Below The Beltway. I'm no Sinatra fan but I was mesmerized by the song at the end, which I'd never heard before. Doug posted the lyrics. But you gotta hear them. They really speak to what America should be. The House I Live In

Noblemen are coming to Norfolk

The Noblemen, a men's group operating in Virginia Beach for about 10 years, is starting a chapter in Norfolk. The group was the subject of a recent article in the Virginian Pilot. Originally known as the Robin Hoods, they raise money for kids and have fun while they are doing it. When: July 17th, Tuesday … Continue reading Noblemen are coming to Norfolk →

4th of July events in Hampton Roads

Looking for something to do tomorrow? Check out the list of events in Hampton Roads. Too bad none of them are in Norfolk, but it is a great opportunity for Democrats to have some fun and show some support for our fine candidates! YORK-POQUOSON Democratic Committee: Fourth of July Parade Parade begins at 11AM. Assemble … Continue reading 4th of July events in Hampton Roads →

Presidential selector

Here's one of those online polls where you answer questions (in this case 25) and it tells you which presidential candidate's views most closely match yours. My results are below the fold. 1. Theoretical Ideal Candidate (100%) 2. Dennis Kucinich (92%) Click here for info 3. Barack Obama (83%) Click here for info 4. Alan … Continue reading Presidential selector →

Gallup poll on Hillary

A new Gallup poll, conducted June 25-28, questioned what would be the best and worst things about a Hillary Clinton presidency. More than any other specific comment, Americans cite the historical significance of Clinton being the first female commander-in-chief as the best outcome of her possible election. But a significant percentage says "nothing" positive would … Continue reading Gallup poll on Hillary →

The funniest video, bar none

In case you haven't seen this, it's a hoot! If anything, it should make you want to donate to his opponent, Janet Oleszek!

Laughingstock: not again

As Del. Bob Brink points out in this post over at 7 West, Virginia is once again the laughingstock of the nation. This time, instead of Droopy Drawers, it seems everyone is talking about the new "civil remedial fees." The first national news story I saw was this one from MSN Money. USA Today got … Continue reading Laughingstock: not again →