Shortly after taking her seat, the newest member of council, Theresa Whibley, proposed that Norfolk become the first city in the state to implement a city-wide ban on smoking in restaurants. Today we learn that the idea has legs and council is moving towards such a ban, perhaps as early as January. Two things come … Continue reading Norfolk considers smoking ban
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!
Today’s truthiness: soy makes you gay
Others have blogged on this from the WorldNutsDaily: Soy is feminizing, and commonly leads to a decrease in the size of the penis, sexual confusion and homosexuality. That's why most of the medical (not socio-spiritual) blame for today's rise in homosexuality must fall upon the rise in soy formula and other soy products. (Most babies … Continue reading Today’s truthiness: soy makes you gay
Jefferson will not be on Ways & Means
The AP is reporting that Dollar Bill Jefferson will not be a member of the House Ways and Means committee - or at least, not until the federal corruption investigation of him is complete. How those folks in Louisiana elected Jefferson, I'll never know. As for the investigation - I just want to see him … Continue reading Jefferson will not be on Ways & Means
Scott worker scores on Jeopardy
Christian Haines, who works for 3rd district Congressman Bobby Scott, is a contestant on Jeopardy. Thru last night, he had won a total of $105,000. His fifth appearance will be on tonight's show, which airs on WVEC channel 13 at 7:30pm. Wonder if he's going to contribute some of that loot to his boss' campaign … Continue reading Scott worker scores on Jeopardy
Ford suppliers: outlook is bleak
Much has been written about the fate of the workers in the soon-to-be closed Norfolk Ford plant. Little has been said about the companies who supply the plant with various parts and materials. The Virginian-Pilot has such an article today. The five suppliers mentioned in the story - Allied Systems Ltd., Visteon Corp., Johnson Controls … Continue reading Ford suppliers: outlook is bleak
WashPo article: the truth from where I sit
It seems that nearly everyone in the blogosphere has covered the Washington Post article about the Democrats in Virginia targeting the GOP in the 2007 election, as if that were some kind of surprise. It's been discussed nearly everywhere that the Democrats are looking to gain control of the General Assembly in 2007. Chalk it … Continue reading WashPo article: the truth from where I sit
64th Virginia Blog Carnival
ImNotEmeril hosts this week's Virginia Blog Carnival. (Somehow I missed the announcement but then I see that Alton's site isn't on the VPB aggregator 😦 ) Some good stuff in there. Head on over and check out the 64th edition of this weekly event.
GA to meet in Jamestown
Per the Daily Press, the opening session of the 2007 General Assembly will be held in Jamestown. The Vice President, Dick Cheney, has been invited to speak.
Blog spotlight: Blacknell.net
One of the best blogs on the net, in my opinion, is Blacknell.net. Regulars here will recognize the writer, MB. I find stuff on this blog that I never see commented on anywhere else. If you want intelligent commentary, head over and check it out 🙂
Monday Morning Quarterback 12/11/06
So the Redskins have been officially eliminated from the playoffs with yesterday's loss to the Eagles and a 4-9 record. Of course, they really were eliminated a while back, but now the playoffs aren't even a mathematical possibility. The Skins played well yesterday, outperforming the Eagles in running yards, passing yards and time of possession. … Continue reading Monday Morning Quarterback 12/11/06
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