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!

Bouchard files for Wadrup’s seat

According to Friday's Virginian-Pilot, Joe Bouchard has filed to run as the Democratic candidate for the 83rd district. That seat is currently held by Leo Wardrup. Technorati Tags: Joe Bouchard, Virginia House of Delegates

Protect our votes

Alice at GOTV has been keeping us up to date on the stuff going on surrounding the use of touchscreen voting machines. Wednesday, she alerted us to the statement issued by the Verifiable Voting Coalition of Virginia. Citizens groups are urging Virginia Governor Tim Kaine not to delay implementation of a recently-passed ban on the … Continue reading Protect our votes →

American Idol Results 03/08/07

And we are down to twelve. Four more were voted off American Idol tonight. The first casualty of the night was Jared Cotter, who sang a bad rendition of Stevie Wonder's "If You Really Love Me." Guess he didn't get the memo about not trying to sing Stevie. Next to go was Antonella Barba. You … Continue reading American Idol Results 03/08/07 →

Norfolk citizens speak: lower the rate

Last night, a public forum was held at Lafayette Winona Middle School on the subject of lowering the real estate taxes. Sponsored by the Norfolk Tea Party II, the forum invited all eight members of council to participate and all but the mayor, who was out of town, appeared. The Virginian-Pilot has an article here … Continue reading Norfolk citizens speak: lower the rate →

Northam kickoff roundup

While I was unable to attend yesterday's Ralph Northam for Senate kickoff events, others were, including the press: The Daily Times The Eastern Shore Post (scroll down a bit) The Virginian-Pilot The Gloucester-Mathews Gazette Journal I understand that Northam was enthusiastically greeted at each of the four stops. From the email I received: We had … Continue reading Northam kickoff roundup →

Neither Clinton, Nor Obama

Yesterday's Virginian-Pilot reprinted an article by New York Times op-ed writer David Brooks with the above title. In it, Brooks lays out the case for New Mexico governor Bill Richardson. He is, after all, the most experienced person running for president. It seems I'm not the only one who thinks that Richardson may be the … Continue reading Neither Clinton, Nor Obama →

Norfolk assessments up 16%

The Virginian-Pilot is reporting that Norfolk real estate assessments will average a 16% increase, the fourth year in a row we have experienced double-digit increases. Commercial assessments are expected to increase 6%. The neighborhood-by-neighborhood increases are shown here. Any reduction in the rate, currently at $1.27 per $100, below $1.20 will result in another windfall … Continue reading Norfolk assessments up 16% →

Joannou in the news

The Virginian-Pilot did a profile of Del. Johnny Joannou in Monday's paper. House Majority Leader Morgan Griffith, R-Salem, said Joannou's philosophy was shaped by his upbringing in Portsmouth. He was raised by Greek parents who came to the United States in the early 20th century. His father was born into a family of 12 siblings, … Continue reading Joannou in the news →

An expensive lie

See, sometimes telling lies gets you in big trouble: A construction company that completed work on part of U.S. 460 will pay $2.5 million for making false statements related to a federal contract that required the company to hire minority businesses for the job, U.S. Attorney Tom Bondurant said Monday. English Construction hired one black … Continue reading An expensive lie →

Northam for Senate: campaign kickoff notes

UPDATE: Just in time for his kickoff, Northam's website is live. Check it out 😉 Ralph Northam, the Democratic candidate for the 6th Senate district, will be making his official announcement tomorrow at four locations around the district. At the Norfolk press conference, to be held at 12:30pm at Fishing Pier in Oceanview (Corner of … Continue reading Northam for Senate: campaign kickoff notes →