My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Friday. Whenever I offer my opinion on a topic, I spend a lot of times researching. Sometimes, my research leads me to a conclusion that is different from what may be reported elsewhere; that is, after all, the purpose of research. Typically, I seek out experts … Continue reading ICYMI: Herring’s actions aren’t that unusual
With the election of Lynwood Lewis to the Senate, the 100th House seat becomes vacant. The special election to fill the seat has been set for February 25. The district encompasses the Eastern Shore and 7 precincts in Norfolk plus part of an 8th precinct. (Norfolk precincts: Part of Granby plus Ocean View School, Northside, … Continue reading 100th House special election 2/25
With yesterday's recount completed, Lynwood Lewis becomes the 20th Democrat in the Virginia Senate. The recount produced an additional two votes for Lewis, making his margin a whopping 11 votes: out of 20,403 votes cast, Lewis received 10,203, Republican Wayne Coleman 10,192, plus 8 write-in votes. Since this race started, I've often thought of the … Continue reading VA-06: It shouldn’t have been this close
There has been little discussion in the last few years of what was once a hot topic: payday lending. But the issue hasn't gone away; instead, it has just gone in a different direction and the 360% interest is still there. An article in The Daily Press points out the hardships it is causing. The … Continue reading 360%!
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Thursday. In it, I took a look at the changes to the Voting Rights Act that have been introduced in the Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2014 (pdf). One of the more insightful summaries of the bill can be found here. Take note of the update … Continue reading ICYMI: Strengthening the Voting Rights Act
When I went to the polls last November, it was primarily to cast one vote: for Mark Herring for AG. I knew that the other statewide candidates didn't need my vote - they had plenty of folks who were going to push them over. But I was concerned that Herring, who, once elected, would be … Continue reading Herring: The right side of history
While I know Democrats in the 33rd are quite happy with last night's results, those of us in the 6th are waiting with baited breath for ours. Lynwood Lewis was certified the winner by just 9 votes and I learned last night that the recount has been set for this Monday. According to an email … Continue reading Recount set in the 6th for Monday
From The Washington Post: The two were charged with 14 felony counts, including wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, obtaining property under color of their official office and conspiring to the do the same. They were also charged with making false statements to a federal credit union. From the Richmond Times Dispatch: According to … Continue reading McDonnell, wife indicted
What is it about the Republicans in the Virginia Senate and the day we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.? One year ago today, they went for a blatant power grab by attempting to redistrict. Yesterday, although not as insidious as last year's plan, they did something similar. Republicans Ram through Unconstitutional … Continue reading Another MLK Day move by Senate Republicans
We set aside today, the third Monday in January, to honor the life of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On the editorial page today, The Virginian-Pilot printed quotes from some of his speeches. My favorite is not the one for which he is most famous; instead, I prefer "Remaining Awake Through A … Continue reading Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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