HR56 was introduced on Friday to designate the third Saturday in June as "Juneteenth" Freedom Day in Virginia. I guess because it is a Saturday, it won't be a state holiday. The full text of the resolution is below the fold. WHEREAS, Virginia is home to the first permanent English settlement in the New World, … Continue reading Juneteenth
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!
More on eminent domain
The conclusion editorial regarding eminent domain in Virginia appeared in today's Virginian-Pilot. In it, reference is made to a study done by the Virginia Institute for Public Policy. The study, entitled "The Real Story of Eminent Domain in Virginia," has become a "bible of sorts" for those who believe that the system of takings in … Continue reading More on eminent domain
Action needed NOW on HB2797
The vote on HB2797 , which I first reported on here, is scheduled for this afternoon, according to this post. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia: 1. § 1. That life begins at the moment of fertilization and the right to enjoyment of life guaranteed by Article 1, § 1 of the … Continue reading Action needed NOW on HB2797
Final: Colts 29, Bears 17
I predicted a Colts victory, although I didn't expect the margin of victory to be so large. The Bears just couldn't get it going on offense and the Colts defense stiffened. Too much time on the field for the Bears defense. Congrats to the Colts! And I voted for Peyton Manning for MVP. (nfl.com had … Continue reading Final: Colts 29, Bears 17
Medicare premium increase part of Bush budget
According to The New York Times, President Bush's budget will include increases in the premiums paid for Medicare for those with higher incomes. A higher Medicare premium is being phased in over three years, beginning in 2007, for the doctor services portion of Medicare (Part B). Bush proposes to extend this means testing to the … Continue reading Medicare premium increase part of Bush budget
SB Halftime: Colts 16, Bears 14
Wow, who would have thought 6 turnovers? Good game. I'm sticking with my earlier call - Colts by 1. And if you miss any of the ads, watch them here. Note to CBS: make your stuff work with Firefox, OK? A lot of us out here are not fans of IE.
What can I say?
Is turnabout fair play? The Washington Defense of Marriage Alliance (WA-DOMA) announced on Thursday that their proposed initiative to make procreation a requirement for legal marriage has been accepted by the Secretary of State and assigned the serial number 957. [...] If same-sex couples should be barred from marriage because they can not have children … Continue reading What can I say?
The Pulpit Speaks: May 17, 1958
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Goliath goes down in history as a big man. His size had instilled in the hearts of many a sense of fear. The size of Goliath was the "talk of the town." Then … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: May 17, 1958
Eminent domain: unjust compensation
The Virginian-Pilot, in part 1 of a 2-part editorial, lays bare the issues surrounding the use of eminent domain in Virginia. When the state takes somebody's property, Virginia's Constitution entitles them to "just compensation." But Meeks discovered that her rights to that just compensation were protected more in name than in fact. So, where did … Continue reading Eminent domain: unjust compensation
Bush puts ‘ic’ back in ‘Democrat Party’
Via AP: "Now look, my diction isn't all that good," Bush told the 200 lawmakers who wrapped up two days away from Washington with family and aides. "I have been accused of occasionally mangling the English language. And so I appreciate you inviting the head of the Republic Party." He got hearty laughs. And he … Continue reading Bush puts ‘ic’ back in ‘Democrat Party’
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