My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Sunday. (Yeah - not my normal day but not much has been normal around here in a while.) I attended a presentation in late August called "Evolution of Virginia Elections." It was quite interesting, especially for anyone who has an interest in Virginia history. I obtained … Continue reading ICYMI: Taking steps to make every vote count
This November, voters will be required to show valid photo IDs in order to vote. The Norfolk Office of Elections is holding several events across the city to provide photo IDs to those who lack them. Acceptable forms of voter photo identification include: a valid Virginia Driver’s License or DMV- issued photo identification card, valid … Continue reading Obtain Voter ID at these events
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian Pilot Thursday. Labor Day marks the traditional start of campaign season. These days, that means the barrage of ads intensifies. Watching TV is about to become significantly less pleasant. Already, the advertising is picking up. I guess it wouldn't be so bad except you have to … Continue reading ICYMI: Election season begins
Rep. Bobby Scott held his 38th Annual Labor Day Picnic Monday. After a pleasant summer, Monday was really, really hot! Nonetheless, hundreds gathered on the Newport News waterfront to mingle and hear from Senator Mark Warner. The group of electeds, former electeds and candidates in attendance seems to grow every year. It's been a while … Continue reading Video: Rep. Scott 38th Annual Labor Day Picnic
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot last Thursday. In it, I looked at the results of last Tuesday's special elections and how the outcomes were pre-ordained based on the partisan composition of the districts. Although it may have appeared that I was picking on Marcus Calabrese in my earlier post, I really … Continue reading ICYMI: Redistricting reform should start now
For voters in parts of Norfolk and Virginia Beach, today is Election Day. Democrat Joe Lindsey and Republican Marcus Calabrese are vying for the open seat. Vote at your normal polling location until 7pm. If you are unsure of where to vote or if you live in the district, use this tool to find out. … Continue reading Today: Special election in the 90th
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Thursday. I ran across an article - "Why Do Americans Stink at Math?" - the other day that mentioned an old story about 1/3 versus 1/4 hamburgers. (Apparently, some folks thought the anecdote was made up - but marketing students have been hearing about it for … Continue reading ICYMI: There will be math
Just a reminder that there will be a forum tomorrow, August 12, for the candidates running in the 8/19 special election for the 90th House of Delegates seat. The details are in this pdf. The forum is at VoTech at 6:30pm and the public is invited to attend. The 90th House district covers portions of … Continue reading 90th House district forum tomorrow
Joe Lindsey, the Democratic candidate in the 90th, is holding a meet and greet this Saturday, at the Southside Aquatic Center from 1pm - 2pm. Details are here. A special election for the 90th House District seat will be held August 19.
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Thursday. There's an unwritten rule in politics about debates: Incumbents shun them; challengers desire them. As I wrote this article, I was thinking about two contests: the U.S. Senate race and the 2nd Congressional district race. The first debate in the Senate race will be held … Continue reading ICYMI: Don’t let the election come quietly
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