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!

Virginia’s Citizen Legislators

A post on Extra Innings by Delegate Kris Admundson has J. Sarge musing about our citizen legislature. As I posted on Extra Innings, I believe that we are beyond the point of having part-time legislators. While I value the experiences that part-timers bring to the table, I believe the nature of the part-time service eliminates … Continue reading Virginia’s Citizen Legislators →

RK: American Values

Raising Kaine has an interesting post on American Values. One of the aricles cited is this one, regarding the cultural debate. When it came to defining themselves in the nation’s ongoing cultural battles -- such as the battle over “family values” -- Democrats had virtually ceded the field to Republicans, presenting an uncertain face to … Continue reading RK: American Values →

Extra Innings

Once again, the Virginia General Assembly is going into overtime in order to complete the budget. A special blog, Extra Innings, has been established by Delegates Kris Admundson and Bob Brink. They will be updating it as this session continues.

Lynch out; Hester’s VM status in jeopardy

We now have one less candidate in the May council race. Kerry Lynch, who announced his run against incumbent Paul Riddick for the Ward 4 seat, failed to gather the required 125 signatures. Lynch waited until Tuesday to file his petitions, leaving no time for him to rectify the situation that he was 8 signatures … Continue reading Lynch out; Hester’s VM status in jeopardy →

March 8: Blog Against Sexism Day

Today is Blog Against Sexism Day, appropriate since today is also International Woman's Day. Interestingly, I had a conversation just last night with a friend about sexism in the workplace. While I have observed others being the victim of sexism, it is not something I have ever experienced. My friend didn't believe that. Of course, … Continue reading March 8: Blog Against Sexism Day →

May Norfolk Council Race

Yesterday was the filing deadline for the council races. Here are the final candidates (per the VP): Mayor Paul D. Fraim - current mayor, lawyer Daniel E. Montague - retired shipyward worker Ward 1 Don Williams * - real estate investor Barbara C. Saunders - paint company president Ward 2 Felisha D. Belin - health … Continue reading May Norfolk Council Race →

Norfolk Tea Party

I was researching some info for an upcoming article about the ward system here in Norfolk and ran across this little gem, regarding the Norfolk Tea Party. One of my dear friends, Bob Hicks, now deceased, was a member of this group. I haven't figured out who all of the other players were but I … Continue reading Norfolk Tea Party →

GPO: Resource for info

The website of the Government Printing Office can be an excellent source of information. Recently added is a web directory of congressional biorgraphies. Check it out for other useful info.

Warner & Allen in ’08?

The National Journal has ranked potential candidates for president in 2008. Number 1 for the Republicans is John McCain, with Hillary Clinton #1 for the Democrats. Virginia's own former governors, Mark Warner and George Allen, are each ranked #2 for their respective parties. The full list can be found here.

Norfolk Council Races Update

I attended Paul Riddick's campaign kick-off this morning. Also in attendance were five other council members: Paul Fraim, Barclay Winn, Don Williams, Randy Wright and Anthony Burfoot. Noticeably missing was Daun Hester. I understand that Vice Mayor Hester is supporting Riddick's opponent, Kerry Lynch. The surpise in this bunch was the presence of Anthony Burfoot. … Continue reading Norfolk Council Races Update →