Steve Shannon, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General, released his first radio ad today. In it, he takes Republican candidate Ken Cuccinelli to task for being the only statewide candidate to not call for the resignation of Newport News Republican Del. Phil Hamilton. Listen to the ad below. From the press release announcing the ad: … Continue reading Shannon releases ad, knocks Cuccinelli on Hamilton
Category: 2009 Elections
Shields calls on O’Bannon to repudiate McDonnell
In a press release earlier today, Democratic candidate Tom Shields has called on his opponent, Republican incumbent John O'Bannon to repudiate Republican gubernatorial candidate and to explain his own record regarding women's issues. Calling O'Bannon's views "extreme," Shields points out: O'Bannon voted to allow pharmacists to confiscate prescriptions for contraception (HB 2373, 2009). The bill, … Continue reading Shields calls on O’Bannon to repudiate McDonnell
Shannon’s plan to reduce gang violence
Steve Shannon, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General, released a plan today to crack down on gang violence. “Gang violence and recruitment are a top threat to public safety here in Virginia,” said Shannon. “As Attorney General I will work with schools, community groups and parents to stop gang activity before it starts. I will … Continue reading Shannon’s plan to reduce gang violence
How did this happen?
Jason Call, the Republican candidate challenging Del. Algie Howell in the 90th, has received the endorsement of the Virginia Education Association. Call has made education the cornerstone of his campaign, with a video on his website on the subject. In a press release announcing the endorsement, he says: We need to reengage our youth in … Continue reading How did this happen?
Emails prove Hamilton’s conflict of interest
Republican Delegate Phil Hamilton said earlier that he couldn't find any records related to his relationship with ODU. Perhaps he should have looked a little harder. Both The Daily Press and The Virginian-Pilot filed Freedom of Information requests with ODU. The results were startling: emails dating back to August 2006 show clearly that Hamilton discussed … Continue reading Emails prove Hamilton’s conflict of interest
VEA endorses Wagner for LG
The VEA Fund for Children and Education has endorsed Democratic candidate Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor. In a press release this afternoon, the Fund's chairperson, Kitty Boitnott, provided the following statement: It is my honor and pleasure to formally announce the VEA Fund recommendation of the candidacy of Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor. As with … Continue reading VEA endorses Wagner for LG
Abortion and the Virginia Race
The above title is that of an editorial which appears in today's Washington Post. The article mentions that Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell's website is short on any information on his stances on abortion. "a subject that preoccupied him so much during his career as a lawmaker that he introduced some 35 bills to restrict … Continue reading Abortion and the Virginia Race
Abbott announces ethics reform plan
In a conference call this morning, 93rd House district Democratic candidate Robin Abbott announced a plan to bring accountability and transparency to Virginia's virtually non-existent ethical process. "Until we reform the backroom deals, hold our lawmakers accountable for their actions, and insist on transparency, we cannot move Virginia forward," Abbot said. Her proposal focuses on … Continue reading Abbott announces ethics reform plan
Join Bobby Scott & Gary West 8/29
You're invited to join Special Guest Congressman Bobby Scott for an evening on the James in support of Gary West House of Delegates Candidate, District 94 Attended by Delegate Jeion Ward Hosted by Deborah & Stuart Saunders Lisa & Charles Stern Nancy & Jerry Franklin Victoria & Gene Magruder _____________________ August 29, 2009 VIP Reception - … Continue reading Join Bobby Scott & Gary West 8/29
Hamilton: “I can’t find anything”
The Democratic Party of Virginia filed a Freedom of Information request with Del. Phil Hamilton, seeking records related to his relationship with Old Dominion University. Yesterday, the response was received (click to enlarge). The upshot is that he couldn't locate any records. Allison Jaslow, the new communications director for the DPVA said: It's remarkable that … Continue reading Hamilton: “I can’t find anything”
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