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!

30 day notice*

The second annual Vivian J. Paige Memorial Day Bash will be held Saturday, May 26, from 2-5pm at my home. This year's event will feature Democratic Caucus Chairman Brian J. Moran. For a little fun, we will be holding a presidential straw poll. The results will be announced at the end of the event. Tickets … Continue reading 30 day notice* →

Join Northam for the 50-state canvass

The campaign of Ralph Northam, Democratic candidate for Senate in the 6th district, will be participating in tomorrow's 50-state canvass. Eastern Shore Canvass in Onley 10AM-1PM Four Corners Shopping Plaza Parking Lot 25248 Lankford Hwy Onley, VA 23418 Morning volunteers will also enjoy a free lunch courtesy of Frank Moore!   Norfolk Canvass 2PM-5PM Meeting … Continue reading Join Northam for the 50-state canvass →

VP on ethics

Yesterday, the Virginian-Pilot published an editorial on the ethics panel investigation that resulted in the clearing of state senators Ken Stolle and Tommy Norment. Here in a nutshell is what's wrong with ethics regulation in Virginia government. It's so inbred, so devoid of accountability, that even if a right action is taken, it smells. That … Continue reading VP on ethics →

Stolle challenger out

According to the Virginian-Pilot, state senator Ken Stolle will not be primaried this year. His challenger, Craig Hudgins, failed to qualify due to the lack of signatures on his petitions. On April 16, a local Republican official - Catherine Colgan, legislative district chairwoman for the 8th Senate District - disqualified Hudgins. She said Hudgins did … Continue reading Stolle challenger out →

Doo Dah Parade Friday

If you are in Norfolk tomorrow, catch the occasional downtown Doo Dah Parade. It starts at 12:30 pm at Commercial Place, goes down Main St. to the World Trade Center then comes back and concludes at Selden Arcade. In the past, this fun event took place on April Fools Day. I'm glad they moved it … Continue reading Doo Dah Parade Friday →

Got $90K? You, too, can run for POTUS

If it only took $90,107 to run for president, I think there would be a lot more contenders. Heck I might even throw my hat in the ring at that price 😉 Former Virginia governor Jim Gilmore is just delusional. Does he think that by announcing his run people are going to flock to his … Continue reading Got $90K? You, too, can run for POTUS →

American Idol Results 04/25/07

Tonight's results show was a two-hour telethon - Idol Gives Back - in which money was raised to help children in poverty both here in the US and in Africa. The images of the children were haunting. We live in supposedly the richest country in the world, yet in eastern Kentucky, only 5 families of … Continue reading American Idol Results 04/25/07 →

UVa regrets school’s use of slaves

The University of Virginia's board passed a resolution last week professing regret for the use of slaves on the campus between 1819 and 1865, according to this article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch. "The board expresses its particular regret for the employment of enslaved persons in these years and . . . expresses as well its … Continue reading UVa regrets school’s use of slaves →