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!

79th HofD: Not an upset

The opening paragraph of my post about the last time there was a primary race in this district applies equally here: The primary race between Johnny Joannou and Henry Light Steve Heretick was the one that I followed the closest. The end result was not a surprise. This was no upset, folks. I hinted at … Continue reading 79th HofD: Not an upset →

Catching up: recent op-eds

In case you missed them, here's a quick rundown of my recent op-eds in The Virginian-Pilot: March 12: Another sad result of safe districts. "Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose." Former governor Bob McDonnell sent texts to members of the legislature, trying to get them to sign on to a brief being … Continue reading Catching up: recent op-eds →

So much wrong

with this https://twitter.com/JoeStGeorge/status/598908775119069184 I don't even know where to start. Go away, Joe.

Another 4/15

Can't help but think about my baby brother today. RIP. Robert Charles Paige 2/2/1963 - 4/15/1995

79th House of Delegates election

Come June 9, voters in the 79th House of Delegates district will take to the polls to choose their representative. OK - so that's technically not true since 6/9 is the date of the primary. But it is effectively true. Take a look at this: Let's be honest - a Republican can't win this seat … Continue reading 79th House of Delegates election →

ICYMI: Be a martyr for the cause

Yes, I've been buried again 😦 I keep hoping that things will settle down and I'll have more time to post here but it just hasn't happened yet. Not that there is any shortage of things to opine on - because there isn't. After all, between Norfolk and Richmond, to name a couple, there's plenty … Continue reading ICYMI: Be a martyr for the cause →

ICYMI: Where’s Howlin’ Henry?

My latest op-ed, titled above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot last Friday. As Senate Bill 1349 passed both chambers of the legislature, I couldn't help but think of an old bumper sticker and Henry Howell Jr. The bumper sticker read, "Welcome to Virginia. Owned and Operated by Vepco." Howell, the fiery populist from Norfolk, campaigned for … Continue reading ICYMI: Where’s Howlin’ Henry? →

Judge rules in Talbot Hall case, affect for school board?

Last week, Norfolk Circuit Court judge Junius P. Fulton III issued a ruling in the Talbot Hall case. The case involves the zoning of the area around the historic mansion; those who want to preserve the view to the river sued to overturn the zoning ruling of Norfolk City Council. (More here.) At the center … Continue reading Judge rules in Talbot Hall case, affect for school board? →

Catching up: last two op-eds

I've been really busy over the past 10 days but not so busy that I didn't write a couple of op-eds for The Virginian-Pilot. The Norfolk City Council's vote to elect our school boards by wards prompted my "Wrong on school wards" piece, which appeared Thursday, 1/29. I really wasn't surprised the majority voted for … Continue reading Catching up: last two op-eds →

Norfolk City Council votes for wards

The majority of Norfolk City Council - 5 members - voted in favor of a ward system for our elected school board. I'll have my say in my next op-ed. For now, take a few minutes to watch speakers and the council have their say - notice I didn't say "discuss" - on this issue … Continue reading Norfolk City Council votes for wards →