Each year, the Old Dominion University Alumni Association, of which I am a member, hosts a General Assembly reception. Last year, the event recognized former U.S. Rep. G. William Whitehurst. It was great fun and was well-attended by many members of the GA, not just those from Hampton Roads. This year, the event will recognize … Continue reading ODU Alumni GA Reception
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!
Black History Month: 50 years later
I received a link to this newsclip, which makes reference to this video. Fifty years - and so little has changed.
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Blacks are disporportionately represented in the number of new HIV/AIDS cases. For more information, check out this page.
Payday lending bill dead
The last chance for pay day lending reform in the House died Tuesday afternoon when HB2563 was stricken. With the McClellan amendment, interest rates were capped at 72%, double that allowed for other consumer loans. "You can't make your payroll on that kind of return," [bill patron Del. Lee] Ware said. OK, so they don't … Continue reading Payday lending bill dead
Here comes the judge
On the heels of this horribly one-sided editorial in the Virginian-Pilot on Friday comes an article today about an interview conducted by Norfolk State Senator Nick Rerras (R-6th) of Mary G. Commander, a candidate for a Juvenile and Domestic Relations judgeship. In order to speak out, Ms. Commander resigned as a substitute judge in the … Continue reading Here comes the judge
WordPress now has New Blogger import
No need to stay with the New Blogger any more. WordPress.com now allows importing of your blog here. Come on in! The water's warm 😉
Tony Dungy
One of the first questions put to Tony Dungy was something along the lines of "how does it feel to be the first black coach to win the Super Bowl?" A similar -and equally dumb - question was put to Doug Williams after he became the first black quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Dungy's … Continue reading Tony Dungy
Running to Win workshop rescheduled
The Running to Win workshop for female candidates has been rescheduled. The new date is March 24 and 25. It will be held at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Norfolk. The workshop will kickoff Friday evening with a reception with elected officials, followed by a series of breakout groups on Saturday and Sunday. Cost is … Continue reading Running to Win workshop rescheduled
HB2797 fails
HB2797 failed today, despite pleas from its sponsor, Bob Marshall. "It's a good idea to say what the hell you believe and not be ashamed of it," Marshall said from his seat before being warned by House Speaker William J. Howell that his microphone was still on. Um, we know what you believe, Mr. Marshall. … Continue reading HB2797 fails
Action needed on HB2707
HB2707, Del. Hugo's verified voting bill, came out of committee on Friday stripped of its language requiring audits and recounts. This is the companion bill for SB840 that has already passed the Senate. Please contact your legislators and ask them to restore the language for audits and recounts. The constituent hotline is (800)889-0229. UPDATE: There … Continue reading Action needed on HB2707
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