Macker announces

Terry McAuliffe announces that he will announce his candidacy on Wednesday. Was there any doubt? The campaign also released a schedule of townhall meetings and events to be held around the state as a campaign kick off. The events begin Wednesday, January 7 and are scripted thru January 15.

Who is Terry McAuliffe?

I was one of several bloggers invited to join Terry McAuliffe for dinner in NoVA Sunday. I wasn't able to make the trip; however, because I knew he was going to be in Hampton Roads Saturday, I asked for a few minutes of his time. As it turns out, those "few minutes" turned into nearly … Continue reading Who is Terry McAuliffe?

OTR 12/21: McAuliffe, Koch

This Sunday's On the Record, the next to last show of the series, will feature a conversation with potential Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe. In the other segment, Host Joel Rubin will be joined by former ODU president, economist Jim Koch. They will discuss the auto bailout and other fiscal issues.  The show will air … Continue reading OTR 12/21: McAuliffe, Koch

Moran for Governor

On June 9, 2009, Democrats across Virginia will chose our nominee for Governor. It is no secret that I will be casting my vote for Brian J. Moran. I actually made my decision a long time ago. Moran is the candidate whose views most closely match my own. No, we don't agree on everything, but … Continue reading Moran for Governor

Fraim plus Frank, Holley, Oberndorf and Ward

Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim was one of five Hampton Roads mayors to endorse Brian Moran for governor this afternoon. Joining him were Newport News Mayor Joe Frank, Portsmouth Mayor James Holley, Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf and Hampton Mayor Molly Ward. "I know Brian Moran understands the needs of Hampton Roads," Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim … Continue reading Fraim plus Frank, Holley, Oberndorf and Ward

Fraim to endorse Moran for governor

Wednesday afternoon, Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim will announce his support for Brian Moran for governor. The significance of this endorsement isn't lost on me. First, it comes from a man some considered gubernatorial material himself. Recall, if you will, this article from 2006. [Political analyst Larry J.] Sabato, a Norfolk native and director of the … Continue reading Fraim to endorse Moran for governor

Big Moran endorsement coming

Brian Moran, Democratic candidate for governor, will be announcing some "significant" Hampton Roads endorsements for his candidacy this Wednesday.   Moran, who resigned his seat from the House of Delegates to campaign full-time, is one of three candidates seeking the nomination. The voters will choose the candidate in a June 2009 primary.

Moran resigns seat, to campaign full time

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Brian J. Moran announced today that he is resigning his seat in the House of Delegates to run full time. Moran sent a letter to his constituents announcing his plan and another to Governor Tim Kaine. Kaine will have to set the date for the special election to fill Moran's seat. I … Continue reading Moran resigns seat, to campaign full time

Rasmussen: Moran only D beating McDonnell

According to Rasmussen Reports, Del. Brian Moran is the only Democrat among the three candidates who leads Republican candidate AG Bob McDonnell. Rep. Brian J. Moran of Alexandria is the only one of three leading Democratic hopefuls who beats Republican Attorney General Robert F. McDonnell in a straight match-up, 41% to 37%, according to a … Continue reading Rasmussen: Moran only D beating McDonnell

OTR 12/7: Brian Moran, gangs

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a conversation with  gubernatorial candidate and House Democratic Caucus chair Del. Brian Moran. Moran is one of three candidates vying for the Democratic nomination, a contest to be decided by a primary in June. In the other segment, the topic will be gangs. Host Joel Rubin will be … Continue reading OTR 12/7: Brian Moran, gangs