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!

Riddick recall off the table – for now

The effort to recall Vice Mayor and Ward 4 Councilman Paul Riddick is off the table for now. According to the Norfolk Charter: Sec. 29. Miscellaneous provisions. No petition to recall any councilman shall be filed within one year after he assumes the duties of his office. Several lawyers have interpreted this provision to mean … Continue reading Riddick recall off the table – for now →

Blogroll additions

Two additions to my blogroll. First, welcome back, to Melissa and Kristen, er, Genevieve and Eryn. The Ditzy Dems have relaunched as Ditzy Dems, Part Deux. These young ladies crack me up. And I'm glad they chose WordPress this time 😉 You'll find them listed under Blogs I Read. Yesterday via Waldo, I learned of … Continue reading Blogroll additions →

VAYD Blogger of the year

I got the email on the Virginia Young Democrats Blogger of the Year awards as well. The divisions: VAYD Teen Blogger of the Year (ages 13-18) VAYD College Blogger of the Year (in college) VAYD Young Adult Blogger of the Year (younger than 36 and not in college) Two things came to mind when I … Continue reading VAYD Blogger of the year →

A conservative’s view on Lee-Jackson Day

In case you missed this, my friend Jim Hoeft over at Bearing Drift has a wonderful post on the holiday Virginia celebrates today, Lee-Jackson Day. But do we really need a special day to honor two generals who led the insurrection and caused the deaths of several hundred thousand Americans because they wanted to preserve … Continue reading A conservative’s view on Lee-Jackson Day →

Primary principles

I am an advocate of primaries. Anything that increases participation in our democracy is a good thing. Saying it better than I ever could is Frank O'Leary, the Treasurer in Arlington: The closed caucus (aka the “smoke-filled room”) is an insiders’ game. [...] The firehouse primary is a move in the right direction. While selection … Continue reading Primary principles →

HR 48 needs your support!

Delegate Kris Amundson alerts us to the need to open up the process: In 2006, nearly 2000 bills were considered by the House of Delegates. But of that number, 615–more than 30 percent–show no recorded vote on their disposition. In contrast, in 2005, before House rules were changed to allow bills to be killed in … Continue reading HR 48 needs your support! →

Riddick: The split begins

As I predicted, the situation with Norfolk Vice Mayor Paul Riddick is quickly deteriorating into a nasty fight. Today's Virginian-Pilot has an article about friends and foes of Riddick, lining up. The racial part of this is just below the surface. Former NAACP president Charlie Bryant recommended dialogue: "It's pitting one segment of the community … Continue reading Riddick: The split begins →

VBCDC Breakfast with Brian Moran

Don't forget that the Virginia Beach City Democratic Committee's breakfast is tomorrow morning at 9am at Jason's Deli. The speaker will be Democratic Caucus Chairman Brian Moran. The breakfast is $8.

Local economics news

The ODU Economic Forecasting Project will present the 2007 Hampton Roads Regional Economic Forecast this Wednesday, January 17, from 10:30am - 11:45am at the Norfolk Marriot Waterside. The event is free and open to the public. Immediately afterwards, the Economic Club of Hampton Roads will hold a luncheon with a presentation by Mark Zandi, Chief … Continue reading Local economics news →

Things to do on MLK Day, January 15

Community Leaders' Breakfast Governor Tim Kaine will be the keynote speaker at the annual Urban League Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Leaders' breakfast this Monday. The breakfast will be held at the Ted Constant Center at ODU beginning at 7:30am. Tickets are $30 per person. MLK March The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, sponsored … Continue reading Things to do on MLK Day, January 15 →