Category: 2009 Elections

Gary West campaign kickoff Saturday

I had the opportunity to sit down with Gary West, Democratic candidate in the 94th, a few weeks ago.  While I intend to do a more complete profile of him in the near future, let's just say that he's a fine candidate to challenge incumbent Glen Oder. This Saturday, June 6, West will be officially … Continue reading Gary West campaign kickoff Saturday →

Thursday quickies

Honestly,  I can barely keep up 😦 Polls are coming fast and furious in the final days leading up to next Tuesday's election. Today it is Suffolk University. Some interesting stuff in the numbers. Even The Washington Post comments on this poll. FiveThirtyEight takes a look at the Virginia House of Delegates and what it … Continue reading Thursday quickies →

Richmond Crusade for Voters controversy

I was a wee bit busy when the announcement was made of the endorsement of Terry McAuliffe by the Richmond Crusade for Voters. I did see that Sen. Henry Marsh, a long-time member of the historic black organization and a supporter of Creigh Deeds, was upset by the vote, as pointed out by the Richmond … Continue reading Richmond Crusade for Voters controversy →

RPV convention starts today

The Republican Party of Virginia will start its convention today. Bearing Drift will have live coverage throughout the weekend.  The convention will officially nominate Bob McDonnell for governor. Bill Bolling, the incumbent LG, has a challenge for that nomination but from reading the righty blogs, it appears he should win in a rout. The real … Continue reading RPV convention starts today →

What Matters TV: The A-Team

Not my description but that of WHRO CEO Bert Schmidt. The monthly editorial roundtable takes on - what else? - the political issues of the day. Joining host Cathy Lewis are Don Luzzatto, editorial page editor at The Virginian-Pilot, Daily Press reporter Kimball Payne, Bearing Drift's Brian Kirwan and yours truly. The show airs at … Continue reading What Matters TV: The A-Team →

Friday funnies

First up - he who would be AG: Then there's the correction that beats all others. A May 22 editorial on Virginia's Democratic gubernatorial primary incorrectly stated that Terry R. McAuliffe had described himself as a "huckster." In his autobiography, Mr. McAuliffe described himself as a "hustler." Not funny: Don't smile at the DMV. "The … Continue reading Friday funnies →

Jody’s First Ad

LG candidate Jody Wagner has started to run ads in Hampton Roads, Charlottesville and Richmond. Here is her first ad (HR/CV version).

Wagner adds another Congressional endorsement

The campaign of Jody Wagner has received another Congressional endorsement. This time, it is that of 3rd Congressional Representative Bobby Scott. From the press release: Said Scott: "I'm proud to stand with Jody Wagner in her race for Lt. Governor. As a long-time legislator in the Virginia Assembly and Congress, I have great respect for … Continue reading Wagner adds another Congressional endorsement →

Mathieson pizza party, gov straw poll

Come cast your VOTE in the Gubernatorial Straw Poll! Filing Deadline Pizza Party DATE: Wednesday, May 27th TIME: 5:30-7:30pm LOCATION: ShoreBreak 2941 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, 23451 COST: $25 Per Person Please RSVP

4th Annual Bash roundup

Some 100 Democrats (and a couple Republicans 🙂 ) gathered in my backyard Saturday afternoon for the 4th Annual Memorial Day Bash.  The event drew candidates, electeds and activists from throughout Hampton Roads. The weather once held once again. Somebody is looking out for me up there 🙂 Hard to believe we've managed to have … Continue reading 4th Annual Bash roundup →