The Norfolk City Democratic Committee meets tonight at 7pm at Norview High School. Park on the north side of the school by entering the lot on Widgeon Road off Sewell's Point Road. ============ Soon-to-be-former Judge Chuck Griffith is back in the news. This time, it is about the Norfolk cop killer case that he heard … Continue reading Some Norfolk news
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Kaine ends death penalty moratorium
All of those who called out Governor Tim Kaine on his death penalty moratorium two weeks ago owe him an apology. Gov. Timothy M. Kaine has ended Virginia's moratorium on the death penalty after U.S. Supreme Court today upheld Kentucky's use of lethal injection. I want to see as many positive posts in the blogosphere … Continue reading Kaine ends death penalty moratorium
One year ago
One year ago today, the lives of many were changed by the actions of a lone deranged man. Today we remember those who died and reflect on the tragedy. At time the, Governor Tim Kaine said: It is difficult to comprehend senseless violence on this scale. Our prayers are with the families and friends of … Continue reading One year ago
NSU v light rail
I may be under but I ain't dead. I've been following the saga of Norfolk State University and the long-awaited Norfolk light rail project, at least as it has been reported in the newspaper. The latest twist, though, made me break away for a few minutes to comment. According to Saturday's Virginian Pilot, NSU is … Continue reading NSU v light rail
OTR 04/13: Child abuse
This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion about child abuse. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Joining host Joel Rubin will be Betty (Pruden) Kelley, who was physically and sexually abused growing up outside Rochester and wrote a book called Home Free, detailing her experience, Betty Wade Coyle, who runs Prevent Child Abuse … Continue reading OTR 04/13: Child abuse
Report: Norfolk candidates’ forum
Yes, I took a couple of hours last night and attended the Norfolk candidates' forum. I should have stayed at work. There was a stark contrast between the incumbents, Daun Hester and Barclay Winn, and the challengers, Dwight "Coach" McDowell and Jack Stiles. While I applaud the willingness of the challengers to step up and … Continue reading Report: Norfolk candidates’ forum
Del. Bouchard Town Hall Thursday
Del. Joe Bouchard will be holding a Town Hall meeting Thursday evening, April 10, at 7pm. The event will be held at the Bayside High School Cafeteria (4960 Haygood Road) at 7pm. For more information, call Ashley Jones at 333-2527 or email deljbouchard@house.state.va.us
Reminder: Norfolk candidates’ forum tonight
A quick reminder that all of the candidates for May's election will be participating in a candidate's forum this evening. Details are here. Come on out and hear the candidates speak!
Update on the VA superdelegates
Tonight, I happen to run into one of the signers of the letter that has caused much conversation around the blogosphere and in the media. That person said to me that it was understood that the letter was going to uncommitted SDs and not those who had already declared support for Hillary. The person said … Continue reading Update on the VA superdelegates
VA Superdelegates: Hang tough!
Last Friday, I was forwarded the email and accompanying letter that was sent out to some super delegates in Virginia, urging them to support Barack Obama. I decided to ignore it. But now that it's out there, let me add my two cents. First of all, it seems that these so-called "leaders" want to circumvent … Continue reading VA Superdelegates: Hang tough!
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