Category: Hampton Roads

Deeds on local radio Sunday

Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds will appear on a local Hampton Roads radio program this Sunday. The show, "Faith Toward God," is hosted by local funeral director, Carlos A. Howard. Listeners will have the ability to call in with questions. The call in number is (757)624-9475. Prior to the show, Deeds, accompanied by Chesapeake Del. Lionell … Continue reading Deeds on local radio Sunday →

Whitfield has liver cancer – will GA compensate now?

UPDATE 4, Tuesday 3:30pm: According to The Virginian-Pilot, the General Assembly will take up the compensation legislation in the special session! . Arthur Whitfield, who served 22 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, who waited almost five years for a pardon for that crime, and who has yet to be compensated … Continue reading Whitfield has liver cancer – will GA compensate now? →

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” →

Portsmouth council asks for mayor’s resignation

In the ongoing saga of Portsmouth Mayor James Holley, the remaining members of City Council have asked for him to retire immediately. Some citizens have begun circulating a petition (pdf) asking the mayor to resign. The petition, however, is not a recall petition. The mayor refuses to resign. In a statement he read last night, … Continue reading Portsmouth council asks for mayor’s resignation →

VEA and NEA endorse West

Democratic candidate Gary West has obtained the endorsement of the Virginia Education Association and the National Education Association. West is challenging Republican incumbent Glenn Oder in the 94th House district in Newport News. The entire press release is below the fold. EDUCATORS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR DELEGATE CANDIDATE, GARY WEST In an effort to unseat his … Continue reading VEA and NEA endorse West →

When the newspaper is complicit

The editorial in Tuesday's Virginian Pilot calls for the resignation of Portsmouth Mayor James Holley. While I applaud the editorial board for coming to this conclusion, I think it only fitting that they take responsibility for helping to create this situation. As the editorial acknowledges, the Pilot endorsed Holley in the last election: The popular … Continue reading When the newspaper is complicit →

Bouchard Summer All-Star series

Wow! Delegate Joe Bouchard is bringing in the heavy hitters - Senators Mark Warner and Jim Webb! If you would like to attend, please email Jenn or call 757-226-0427