VB Dems is hosting a live blog with Del. Paula Miller (D-87th) this Wednesday, March 7, at 8pm. Leave your questions for Del. Miller in the linked thread. And be sure to show up during the appointed time to check out her answers.
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!
RTD: Brian Moran op-ed on transportation
Not sure how I missed this earlier but better late than never. Sunday's Richmond Times Dispatch ran an op-ed by Democratic Caucus Chairman Brian J. Moran on transportation. Del. Moran hits hard the compromise plan: Yet just when leadership was needed, the General Assembly's Republican majority failed to deliver an honest transportation solution. Their Band-Aid … Continue reading RTD: Brian Moran op-ed on transportation
NAACP President resigns
After only 19 months, Bruce S. Gordon has resigned as president of the NAACP. Gordon, who came to the civil rights organization after a corporate career, was never a good fit for the board. Julian Bond, chairman of the board of the Baltimore-based National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, said Sunday that Gordon … Continue reading NAACP President resigns
BD & VP Podcast with Suit, Iaquinto
I joined Jim Hoeft of Bearing Drift earlier this evening for a podcast with Republican Dels. Terrie Suit and Sal Iaquinto regarding the recently completed General Assembly session. The podcast is available here. And yes, we are trying to put together a podcast with two Democratic delegates for their take on the session.
Support Donald McEachin!
The folks over at Raising Kaine are raising money for Del. Don McEachin, who will likely be primarying Sen. Benny Lambert. As you can see from the graphic in my sidebar, I fully support McEachin in this effort. My reasons for doing so can be found here. Head on over and contribute what you can. … Continue reading Support Donald McEachin!
Norfolk throwing money around
The editorial in the Virginian-Pilot Saturday discussed the $14 million given in incentives to Fort Norfolk LLC for a "commercial project of no particular importance or stature." According to this article, the incentives consist of "land, valued at nearly $2.5 million, a grant of up to $6.8 million and, if the developer needs it, a … Continue reading Norfolk throwing money around
The Pulpit Speaks: July 28, 1956
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. And now let us take another look at our general theme, "Facing Up To Life." As we look this week, we see the Man standing on the hillside saying, "Blessed are they which … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: July 28, 1956
Local channels in HD on Cox
So says the Virginian-Pilot: Starting at 2 this morning, local NBC affiliate WAVY appears in high-definition on Cox channel 710 and local Fox affiliate WVBT appears in high-definition on channel 714. OK, so now I'm getting more than a little upset with DirecTV. They promised more HD channels over a year ago (as part of … Continue reading Local channels in HD on Cox
Governor wants to ban smoking
According to this article in the Virginian-Pilot, Governor Tim Kaine would like to ban smoking in all restaurants in Virginia. "I am actively looking at that," he said. "I don't know that there are any cons." Kaine said health care groups have asked him to add a statewide restaurant ban to legislation passed last month … Continue reading Governor wants to ban smoking
Poll on blog media
Scott has a poll up in his sidebar about blog reader's preferences for blog media communication. Here's where it stands right now: Standard Blog / Post and Comment (86%) Forums (14%) Live Blog (0%) Podcast (0%) Vidcast (0%) Head on over and participate 😉
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