A little over a year ago, I participated in a forum on race and politics, hosted by the 200+ Men. One of the members of the panel was Tom Shields, director of the Center for Leadership in Education at the University of Richmond, seen here on the far left of the photo. What I didn't … Continue reading It’s a small world
Category: 2009 Elections
VEA and NEA endorse West
Democratic candidate Gary West has obtained the endorsement of the Virginia Education Association and the National Education Association. West is challenging Republican incumbent Glenn Oder in the 94th House district in Newport News. The entire press release is below the fold. EDUCATORS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR DELEGATE CANDIDATE, GARY WEST In an effort to unseat his … Continue reading VEA and NEA endorse West
Two good videos
In case you haven't seen them. First up, from the Democratic Caucus. And from the Deeds campaign
Bouchard Summer All-Star series
Wow! Delegate Joe Bouchard is bringing in the heavy hitters - Senators Mark Warner and Jim Webb! If you would like to attend, please email Jenn or call 757-226-0427
ICYMI: From around Hampton Roads
Conviction overturned. Dustin Turner, convicted of murder in 1995 but who has steadfastly proclaimed his innocence, had his conviction overturned. A three-judge panel of the VA Supreme Court voted 2-1. Whether this will be appealed to the full court remains to the seen. Turner remains in jail. DPVA FOIAs records on Hamilton/ODU. The Democratic Party … Continue reading ICYMI: From around Hampton Roads
Deeds/Cranwell conference call on Mullins statement
Just finished participating in a conference call with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds and DPVA chair Dickie Cranwell. The purpose of the call was to discuss the outrageous statement by RPV chair Pat Mullins. In an article in last week's The Recorder, a newspaper that covers Bath and Highland counties, reporter James Jacenich recounts a … Continue reading Deeds/Cranwell conference call on Mullins statement
Hamilton, conflict of interest & FT legislature
The front page, above the fold story in Thursday's Virginian-Pilot was about long-time Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton (R-93rd). I have to admit - I saw the story pop up on PilotOnline the night before and never thought it would be on the front page; instead, I expected it would be buried in the Hampton … Continue reading Hamilton, conflict of interest & FT legislature
Weekly roundup 8/1/09
Stories from the week that you may have missed: The "birthers." Not familiar with the term? Well, these are people who believe that President Obama is not a natural born US citizen. Below the Beltway has been all over this. CNN's Lou Dobbs and Rep. Bob Goodlatte are just two of the big names in … Continue reading Weekly roundup 8/1/09
West poll: “rife with opportunity”
Gary West, the Democratic candidate in the 94th district, released memo (pdf) summarizing the results of his recent polling. The pollster, Myers Research & Strategic Services, makes an interesting point about Gary's appeal to independent voters: While both West and Oder receive solid support from their respective partisan bases, a majority of independent voters are … Continue reading West poll: “rife with opportunity”
Three for Thursday
Looking for something to do Thursday afternoon/evening? Well, if you are in Hampton Roads, you have your pick of at least three events going on. Gary West campaign office opening is from 5pm-8pm. Details are here. Del. Joe Bouchard fundraiser is 4:30pm to 6:30pm at D'egg Diner in downtown Norfolk. $50/$250/$500/$1,000 RSVP to Jenn Democratic … Continue reading Three for Thursday
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