My going to bed early last night meant that I didn't see the final Iowa results until this morning. But before turning in, I followed the results via Google, rather than listening to the blabbering of the talking heads on TV. I did watch some caucus action on CSPAN, though, which I found quite entertaining. … Continue reading All done in Iowa
The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus is holding its third annual Capital City Reception next Monday, January 9 at the Science Museum of Virginia. Sponsorships and other details are noted on the attached flier (click to enlarge). Note: RSVPs are due by tomorrow, January 3rd. This will be a great time. With the legislative session starting … Continue reading Fun stuff to do: VLBC Reception
U.S. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor was interviewed on "60 Minutes" last night. The video is below. Much has been made of his communications director interrupting about the Reagan tax increases (about the 10:48 mark). My favorite? The "No Trespassing" sign on his property (12:09) š
"Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man." - Benjamin Franklin As we roll into a new year, here's a quick recap of the top posts viewed on this blog over the last year. American Idol results 03/31/11: two eliminated "It … Continue reading Happy New Year!
With the stuff that's coming out this afternoon. Cuccinelli wants emergency legislation to allow other Republicans on the primary ballot. And three who didn't even bother to turn in petitions have joined Perry's suit. WTH? UPDATE: Can you say "oops"? Cuccinelli reconsiders changing 2012 Virginia ballot However, after working through different scenarios with Republican … Continue reading You’d think it was April Fools’ Day (updated)
Hell is definitely freezing over as I find myself in agreement with Del. Bob Marshall for the second time this year. I guess it's true that a broken clock is right twice a day š
When I think New Year's Eve, I always think about Times Square in New York. Being there is on my bucket list š I have been to Central Park, though, which, for purposes of today's quiz, is close enough š You Are Deeply Thoughtful You believe that there's an interesting story behind everything and everyone. … Continue reading Friday fun: the Central Park test
My latest op-ed appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Wednesday. One of the challenges in writing for the newspaper is to include timely information while not being overtaken by events. I suspected that a court challenge or two might be filed but as of 9am Tuesday morning - my deadline - nothing had yet occurred. Of course, … Continue reading VA GOP Primary: what a mess!
In the spirit of the holiday season, Iām going to try to locate and post a link to a story every day that I find that makes me smile. Judge withdraws from piracy case in Norfolk A federal judge has recused himself from the case of the hijacking of a yacht that left four Americans … Continue reading Feel good story of the day: ethics on display
The RTD is reporting that the SBE approved the RPV's request to close the March 6 primary and require a loyalty oath be signed in order to participate. The relevant code section allowing this is here. But wait! The code says: The requirements applicable to a party's primary shall be determined at least 90 … Continue reading Illegal loyalty oath? (updated)
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