The front page, above the fold story in Thursday's Virginian-Pilot was about long-time Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton (R-93rd). I have to admit - I saw the story pop up on PilotOnline the night before and never thought it would be on the front page; instead, I expected it would be buried in the Hampton … Continue reading Hamilton, conflict of interest & FT legislature
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Weekly roundup 8/1/09
Stories from the week that you may have missed: The "birthers." Not familiar with the term? Well, these are people who believe that President Obama is not a natural born US citizen. Below the Beltway has been all over this. CNN's Lou Dobbs and Rep. Bob Goodlatte are just two of the big names in … Continue reading Weekly roundup 8/1/09
Phyllis Ander service set
Memorial Service for Phyllis Ander 3:00 PM Sunday August 2, 2009 Smith & Williams Funeral Home Kempsville Chapel 4889 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23462 (Intersection of Princess Anne Road and Baxter Road) A reception at Smith & Williams will immediately follow the service At the family's request, memorial donations may be made to … Continue reading Phyllis Ander service set
Pancreatic cancer fundraiser Sunday
Don't know about you but I loved Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing. This Sunday, you have two opportunities to watch the movie, with the proceeds benefiting the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. (Click on the image to enlarge.) Take the whole family to enjoy this movie, and know that you are helping to raise money for … Continue reading Pancreatic cancer fundraiser Sunday
Whitfield: Spruill, Miller support
Two more local delegates are on board for the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in the special session. In a phone call earlier today, Chesapeake Del. Lionell Spruill, Sr. (D-77th) reaffirmed his support of the Legislative Black Caucus legislation I previously posted. "Mr. Whitfield deserves this compensation and I fully support the consideration of … Continue reading Whitfield: Spruill, Miller support
West poll: “rife with opportunity”
Gary West, the Democratic candidate in the 94th district, released memo (pdf) summarizing the results of his recent polling. The pollster, Myers Research & Strategic Services, makes an interesting point about Gary's appeal to independent voters: While both West and Oder receive solid support from their respective partisan bases, a majority of independent voters are … Continue reading West poll: “rife with opportunity”
Challengers Abbott, West support Whitfield
Democratic candidate Robin Abbott (93rd) and Gary West (94th) each issued statements today in support of the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in the special session. Their statements are below the fold. From Abbott: Candidate Robin Abbott Supports Legislative Action To Address Aid For Arthur Whitfield Newport News, Virginia – July 30th, 2009 – … Continue reading Challengers Abbott, West support Whitfield
Condolences
First, condolences to Norfolk Councilwoman Daun Hester on the loss of her brother. And to Norfolk Circuit Court Clerk George Schaefer III on the loss of his father. From what I have been able to learn, the funeral will be held this weekend in New York. Finally, to the family of Virginia Beach Democrat Phyllis … Continue reading Condolences
On limiting special session topics
Eight days ago, on the day it was announced, I called for the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in special session. I have been pleasantly surprised at the reaction: given the opportunity, our legislators will do the right thing, and legislator after legislator has come on board. The sticking point, though, seems to be … Continue reading On limiting special session topics
Whitfield: Pilot backs special session inclusion
The editorial page of Thursday's Virginian-Pilot carried the cartoon you see here (click to enlarge). It captures the essence of the struggle Arthur Whitfield has faced in his quest for justice. The accompanying editorial championed the case as well, concluding: ... legislators can make a tangible difference in the life of one man who so … Continue reading Whitfield: Pilot backs special session inclusion
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