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!

John Edwards’ VA endorsements

Another day, another list of endorsements. This time, it's for John Edwards. Courtesy of Raising Kaine: The Virginia Democrats endorsing Edwards for president are: Members of the Virginia General Assembly Democratic Leader of the Virginia House of Delegates Ward Armstrong Delegate Bill Barlow Delegate Chuck Caputo Delegate Bud Phillips Delegate Jim Shuler Delegate Vivian Watts … Continue reading John Edwards’ VA endorsements →

DPVA event in Hampton Roads

Please Join The Democratic Party of Virginia For A Cocktail Reception With Democratic General Assembly Candidates, The Virginia Democratic Leadership (including DPVA Chairman Richard Cranwell), & Special Guest Delegate Ward Armstrong, Newly Elected House Minority Leader. The Cavalier – Oceanfront Orion’s – 11th Floor 4201 Atlantic Ave. Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 May 18, 2007 8:30-10:00 … Continue reading DPVA event in Hampton Roads →

New toy

Yesterday was my birthday and I got a new toy. I've been wanting a Blackberry for a long time, but really couldn't justify having it, especially considering that the service was an additional $20/month. Anyway, I finally decided that it was worth the extra $20 and gave a call to TMobile to check on my … Continue reading New toy →

Hillary picks up VA endorsements

Via Raising Kaine, we learn that Hillary Clinton has picked up endorsements from some pretty well known Virginians: · Hon. Mamie Locke, State Senator · Hon. Louise Lucas, State Senator · Hon. Al Eisenberg, House of Delegates · Hon. Lionell Spruill, House of Delegates · Hon. Johnny Joannou, House of Delegates · Susan Swecker, Chair, … Continue reading Hillary picks up VA endorsements →

McEachin needs our help

Donald McEachin is challenging Benny Lambert for the Democratic nomination for state senate in the 9th district. The primary election is fast approaching - June 12, to be exact. No, I don't live in the 9th. But I believe that we should support candidates outside of our region that represent our views. McEachin is such … Continue reading McEachin needs our help →

Bill Richardson on BlogTalk Radio

Democratic Presidential candidate Bill Richardson will be the guest on the BTR show Heading Left at 1pm today. Check it out! Technorati Tags: Bill Richardson

Report: Paula Miller Campaign Kickoff

I attended Paula Miller's re-election campaign kickoff yesterday afternoon. The event was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in the midst of the 87th House District that she has represented since December 2004. Some 300 people attended this event. Sheriff Bob McCabe started us off and Commonwealth's Attorney Jack Doyle had the honor of … Continue reading Report: Paula Miller Campaign Kickoff →

Goldberg: “The Will of the Uninformed”

The Virginian Pilot reprinted an article today written by Jonah Goldberg about politics and polls. Personally, I think the original headline is much better than the one the Pilot used. Nevertheless, it is the message that is most important: ...this is a column about how confused and at times idiotic the United States is about … Continue reading Goldberg: “The Will of the Uninformed” →

The Pulpit Speaks: April 23, 1960

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. One of the greatest dangers of human activity is popularity. The danger rests in the fact that many times during our hours of greatest popularity, we will overdo. Popularity seems to be an … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: April 23, 1960 →

Report: Portsmouth Democratic Committee

I went to the Portsmouth Democratic Committee meeting last night. What an amazing meeting! My hat's off to chairwoman, Court Clerk Cynthia Morrison, for conducting an energetic, enthusiatic meeting. The PDC is sponsoring a Candidate Forum on Thursday, May 31, 2007 (see attached flyer). Open to all, the forum includes the Democratic candidates in the … Continue reading Report: Portsmouth Democratic Committee →