I'm convinced that the Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2nd Congressional District are competing to see which of them can alienate the most people. First we have Democratic incumbent Glenn Nye releasing a campaign ad in which he purports to be an "independent voice," brags that he has voted against health care reform and … Continue reading 2nd CD race to the bottom
Category: Hampton Roads
Mark your calendars: redistricting public meetings
The redistricting subcommittee of the House of Delegates Committee on Privileges and Elections has announced six public hearings to be held this fall. The hearings are: September 8th, 7pm - Natural Science Center, VA Western Community College (Roanoke) September 22nd, 7pm - Roper Performing Arts Center, Tidewater Community College (Norfolk) October 5th, 7pm - Mason … Continue reading Mark your calendars: redistricting public meetings
Webb secures hearing on JFCOM
Virginia Senator Jim Webb has convinced the chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services to hold a full committee hearing on the closing of the U.S. Joint Forces Command (JFCOM) in Norfolk, along with the other efficiency initiatives announced by Secretary of Defense Gates. The hearing will be scheduled when the Senate reconvenes in … Continue reading Webb secures hearing on JFCOM
ODU State of the University
ODU President John Broderick gave his State of the University address to a packed house at the ODU Constant Center this morning. Among the many in attendance were Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim, former Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf, Delegates Lionell Spruill, Matthew James, Ron Villenueva, John Consgrove and Senator Harry Blevins. Broderick laid out the … Continue reading ODU State of the University
2nd CD debate roundup
The three candidates on the ballot in November for the 2nd Congressional district squared off Thursday evening in the first debate of the season. Democratic incumbent Glenn Nye and his two challengers, Republican Scott Rigell and Independent Kenny Golden, faced an overflowing crowd at Princess Anne High School. I managed to not only make it … Continue reading 2nd CD debate roundup
Live broadcast of 2nd CD debate
Check it out here UPDATE: In case you missed it live, here is the video. Sorry it's so dark - the lighting in there was pretty bad and I was in the balcony.
Tuesday roundup
Another crazy day. Some stuff I found around the 'net. More found money. So the "surplus" is going to be revised to $404 million. Still less than the $620 million that the state failed to put into the retirement plan. Dr. Laura loses advertiser. As she should. How about they just cancel her show? Updated … Continue reading Tuesday roundup
Long day
I had a lot on my plate today (was at my desk a little after 7am) so I'm playing a little catch up. Some stuff from the weekend and today: 8 file for Portsmouth mayor. This is going to be an interesting race to watch. I hope to have time to interview all of the … Continue reading Long day
Joint Forces Command to close
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates announced yesterday plans to close the Joint Forces Command, located in Norfolk. In a press conference yesterday, Gov. Bob McDonnell was joined by the Hampton Roads Congressional delegation - Reps. Bobby Scott, Randy Forbes, Rob Wittman and Glenn Nye - along with the mayors of Norfolk and Suffolk, Paul Fraim … Continue reading Joint Forces Command to close
Friday fun: you know you’re from Hampton Roads if …
... you recognize the statements below đŸ™‚ A long time ago, I linked to a list posted by a now-defunct blog. It's taken me a while but I finally located the original list. You know you're from Hampton Roads if: You can name at least three of Mike Joynes' law partners. You can finish the … Continue reading Friday fun: you know you’re from Hampton Roads if …
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