A rumor has been circulating around the blogsphere for a while that Republican Senator George Allen used the N-word while in college. Now Salon has evidence that this is so. Three former college football teammates of Sen. George Allen say that the Virginia Republican repeatedly used an inflammatory racial epithet and demonstrated racist attitudes toward … Continue reading Allen and the N-word
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!
That’s Paige, with an “i”
A little thing, I know. But annoying nonetheless. My last name gets misspelled so often. Heck, it's even misspelled on my birth certificate 😦 But trust me, it's Paige, with an "i." My passport has it right. My driver's license, too. (My middle name is misspelled on my driver's license, though.) My social security card … Continue reading That’s Paige, with an “i”
The Pulpit Speaks: September 13, 1958
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. "But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbor?" - Luke 10:29. I am sure that the word "neighbor" could easily be changed to read "friend." We all … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: September 13, 1958
“George Allen Monkeys Around”
OK, so I stole the title but what's that they say about imitation and flattery? 😆 Seriously, head over and read the article with this title by the conservative "The Weekly Standard" and then tell me that George Allen is going to be the Republican candidate for president. I saw my first George Allen signs … Continue reading “George Allen Monkeys Around”
Marshall Newman amendment rally
I attended the previously mentioned Marshall Newman amendment rally this afternoon at Mt. Trashmore. While the group was small, it was enthusiastic. I got there a bit late so I missed the speech given about the impact of the amendment on domestic violence. I did get there in time to participate in the holding up … Continue reading Marshall Newman amendment rally
Report: Norfolk Tea Party II Rally
I was still a bit on the fence this morning about whether to attend the Norfolk Tea Party II rally until I saw this morning's paper and the article about it. (Note: while taxes in Norfolk are high, the article contains a significant inaccuracy. One person claimed that his taxes were $1,000 per month on … Continue reading Report: Norfolk Tea Party II Rally
Norfolk Tea Party II quickie
Busy Saturday! I went to the Norfolk Tea Party II rally this morning. Interesting cast of characters there, including some of the usual suspects. More on this later, as I need to get to the Marshall Newman Rally.
Some quickies
Webb fundraiser Last night's fundraiser for Jim Webb featured Mark Warner, Don Beyer and Harris Miller. I understand from the folks at Forward Together, Mark Warner's PAC, that the event raised over $250,000 and that once pledges are collected, the amount is expected to exceed $300,000. Stuff to do this weekend The VB Dems blog … Continue reading Some quickies
Norfolk Tea Party II Rally
Via email, I received the following: NORFOLK TEA PARTY II - Rally to Cut the Tax Rate - Saturday, September 23rd, 2006 9 AM "The Banque" 1849 E.Little Creek Road Give the windfall back to the taxpayers! Together we CAN make a difference. Norfolk Tea Party II Committee to Cut Tax Rate Like others in … Continue reading Norfolk Tea Party II Rally
Political ads: Fact or fiction?
With campaign season in full swing, the ad wars have started - and not just ones from the candidates themselves. It seems anyone with a camera and some video editing software is getting in on the fun. Making a point in 30 seconds is pretty hard to do, so playing fast and loose with the … Continue reading Political ads: Fact or fiction?
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