Terry is looking for our input on who we think are the best blogs: I’m working a writing project which has to do with political blogs, and I’d like to get some other opinions. [...] Of Virginia’s political blogs (on both the left and the right), which do you consider to be the: 1. Best … Continue reading SLANTblog: Looking for best of the blogs
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!
Father’s Day 2007
Happy Father's Day to all of the fathers out there! I hope you will step away from the computer and spend some time with your kids today. And for those of you who's father is still with us, I hope you will find a way to connect with him. A compelling story appears in today's … Continue reading Father’s Day 2007
Trying out a new look
I have been looking at this theme for months now. What do you think? Like it? Hate it? Let me know 😉 If I keep it, I'll need a new header. This is the default one. UPDATE: Back to the old look. Maybe a new header soon.
What’s wrong with this picture?
Click to enlarge When I first heard that Senator Nick Rerras had appropriated the blue crab of challenger Ralph Northam, I needed to see it for myself. Because I live the 6th, I get Rerras' mailings all the time. However, since this dinner was being held on the Eastern Shore, I didn't get the invitation. … Continue reading What’s wrong with this picture?
Blogs United: to go or not to go
I entered the Virginia political blogosphere in February 2006 as a neophyte to the world of political blogging. Shortly after committing to this adventure, I learned about the plans for a bloggers conference to be held at Sorensen in Charlottesville. I eagerly signed up, wanting to have the opportunity to meet other bloggers and learn … Continue reading Blogs United: to go or not to go
Moving Virginia Forward
Join fellow Democrats to celebrate the sounds and tastes of Virginia on Wednesday, June 27 in Richmond. The event honors Governor Tim Kaine, who is leading the charge for Democratic takeover of the General Assembly in 2007. Click on the invitation, print it out and send in your money today!
IRS: Random audits are back
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that random audits are coming back. Calling it a National Research Program, the compliance project is aimed at reducing the tax gap. No one likes paying taxes, including me. But the harsh reality is that some of us are paying our fair share while others are not. The estimated … Continue reading IRS: Random audits are back
Support for Jefferson? Say it ain’t so!
I'm nearly speechless: Supporters of a Democratic congressman charged with bribery and money laundering harkened to their civil rights days on Wednesday as they denounced the allegations against U.S. Rep. William Jefferson. The group, including ministers and the president of the local chapter of the NAACP, alleged the 16-count corruption indictment was the work of … Continue reading Support for Jefferson? Say it ain’t so!
Mass keeps gay marriage
The Massachusetts legislature today voted down a proposed constitutional amendment to define marriage as between a man and a woman. 50 votes were needed to put the amendment on the ballot; only 45 voted in favor of doing so. According to the New York Times, "opponents of gay marriage would have to start from square … Continue reading Mass keeps gay marriage
Isle of Wight says yes, HRTA approved
By a 3-2 vote, the Isle of Wight County Board agreed to the Hampton Roads Transportation Authority. The Daily Press story is here and the Virginian Pilot one is here. I am not happy with the plan. I understand the argument that something had to be done and that this is the best they could … Continue reading Isle of Wight says yes, HRTA approved
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