The ODU Board of Visitors has named John Broderick president of the university. Broderick, 52, has been at the university for 15 years and hasbeen acting president for nearly a year. He succeeds Roseann Runte to become the eighth president in the university's history. Congratulations to President Broderick! Photo from The Virginian-Pilot
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Help Joe Bouchard
When I spoke last week of what was at stake in November, I mentioned the possibility of us losing seats. In my mind, I was thinking about the challenge facing my friend, Del. Joe Bouchard. Those who know me well know that I don't casually toss around the term "friend." Until he ran in 2007, … Continue reading Help Joe Bouchard
From someone with no horse in the race
Ryan Nobles of NBC12 has this to say about the negative tone of the gubernatorial race (emphasis mine): But since we are on the topic let’s set the record straight. All three of the democratic candidates for governor have been negative at one point or another. It comes in many different forms: radio-ads, blog posts, … Continue reading From someone with no horse in the race
Bowerbank endorses Wagner
Here is a video of former LG candidate Jon Bowerbank endorsing Jody Wagner Mike Signer, the other LG candidate in the race, reports via Twitter that a number of former Bowerbank supporters are now with him.
Stunned
As I fought afternoon traffic heading into downtown for the investiture of my friend, Joe Migliozzi, my phone rang. The person on the other end informed me that Jon Bowerbank, who has been in the LG race longer than anyone else, was dropping out of the race. Moments later, a text message: he was out … Continue reading Stunned
Winning in November
One of the things that I have mentioned repeatedly on this blog is the history of Virginia electing a governor from the party opposite that of the president. No one really knows the exact reason for this, but many suspect that it has something to do with how tough the first year of a new … Continue reading Winning in November
Opinion, please: assessor in your house?
On April 15, the City of Norfolk posted this press release which announced the start of a five-year review plan of the real estate in Norfolk. Except for the fact that the first reviews were scheduled to start five days later, the notice seemed to me to be relatively benign: Prior to initiating the inspection … Continue reading Opinion, please: assessor in your house?
Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation
State Senators Ralph Northam (D-Norfolk) and Mary Margaret Whipple (D-Arlington) were named Virginia Legislators of the Year by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The awards were scheduled to be presented Tuesday morning before the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council meeting at the Mount Vernon Administration building. The legislators were to be presented with original artwork and Governor … Continue reading Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation
2nd Congressional District representative Glenn Nye was a co-sponsor on legislation passed by the House of Representatives today that would provide compensation to World War II merchant mariners. He spoke in favor of the legislation as shown in the following video. According to a release from the Congressman's office: During the Second World War, approximately … Continue reading Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation
Moran VB office opening Saturday
Please join Former Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf Mayor Paul Fraim Mayor James Holley Former Chesapeake Mayor William E. Ward Delegate Kenny Alexander Delegate Joe Bouchard Delegate Bobby Matheison Bryan Collins, Chesapeake Councilman Dr. Shelia Hill, Chair, Chesapeake School Board Tina Pullen, Chesapeake School Board Member Former Virginia Beach Councilwoman Louisa Strayhorn for an Open … Continue reading Moran VB office opening Saturday
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