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!

OTR: Veterans for Drake & Kellam

I guess George Allen decided not to come to Norfolk for a taping of Joel Rubin's On the Record. Last week, Jim Webb appeared and Rubin had invited Allen to appear this week. (Hey Joel - maybe you can catch Allen Sunday afternoon when he comes in for the Fall Family Festival in Norfolk.) Instead, … Continue reading OTR: Veterans for Drake & Kellam →

VP: James Webb for Senate

As expected, the Virginian-Pilot endorsed Democratic challenger Jim Webb for U.S. Senate. Unlike its earlier endorsement of Thelma Drake, this one was an affirmative endorsement: Over the past few months, Virginians have started to get to know James Webb. There are still gaps in that knowledge, but on two of the most essential ingredients for … Continue reading VP: James Webb for Senate →

“The religious community does not speak with one voice on this issue”

So said the Rev. Randy Orwig, pastor of Tidewater United Church of Christ in Virginia Beach. The topic was the so-called Marriage Amendment. Rev. Orwig is an opponent of the measure. Today, he rallied nearly two dozen ministers and priests to sign a statement opposing the amendment, which they call an "arrogant attempt" to write … Continue reading “The religious community does not speak with one voice on this issue” →

Drake: Reach out and touch

Just a bit ago, I got a phone call from Thelma Drake. Well, it wasn't really her... wait - it was! After a brief recorded message by Drake, I was invited to join her in a live telephone town hall meeting already in progress. Intrigued, I pressed the button and was connected to the conference … Continue reading Drake: Reach out and touch →

NJ Marriage Decision

By now, everyone has seen yesterday's decision in the New Jersey Supreme Court regarding same-sex marriage. Coverage in the local and online MSM has been interesting, as it seems each writer has a different spin on what this means. For me, it means that the people of New Jersey will have to deal with this … Continue reading NJ Marriage Decision →

M-D: 2nd CD, Senate races too close to call

With 10% of those surveyed still undecided, the latest Mason Dixon poll shows 2nd Congressional District incumbent Republican Thelma Drake leading Democratic challenger Phil Kellam 46% to 44%, well within the margin of error. The survey of 400 likely voters was conducted 10/23-24 - Monday and Tuesday this week - and has a margin of … Continue reading M-D: 2nd CD, Senate races too close to call →

Vote NO signs, bumper stickers

I see a lot of folks end up on my blog after searching for Vote NO yard signs and bumper stickers. By all means, feel free to email me if you want one (or more) of these. I'll put you in touch with the right folks in your area 🙂 (And yes, David. I borrowed … Continue reading Vote NO signs, bumper stickers →

Rasmussen: Allen 49%, Webb 48%

Real Clear Politics is confirming that the Rasmussen poll to be released will show Republican incumbent Senator George Allen ahead by just one point over Democratic challenger Jim Webb. With the race being so close - and all of the polls are showing results within the margin of error - the question is what will … Continue reading Rasmussen: Allen 49%, Webb 48% →

Wards in Virginia Beach?

Councilman Bob Dyer introduced a trio of proposals to make Virginia Beach more accountable to its citizens. One is the ward system. The current situation in Virginia Beach is that there are seven district seats and four at-large seats. While the holders of the district seats must live in the area, the entire city votes … Continue reading Wards in Virginia Beach? →

M-D: Predict Drake/Kellam race :)

Tomorrow at noon, the PilotOnline will post the results of the latest Mason Dixon poll on the 2nd Congressional District race. So - what do you think it will be? My guess: Kellam 49%, Drake 47%, within the MOE of +/- 4%.