I've added a new page to this blog - 21/51 - which includes a listing of all of the Democratic candidates in the Commonwealth. Click on the tab at the top of the blog (next to guestbook) to access it. Of course, the Arlington County Democrats, who came up with that cool 21/51 logo, beat … Continue reading New Page: 21/51
Category: Local
Former VM Collins dead at 61
The Virginian Pilot has reported the death of former Norfolk councilman and Vice Mayor Herbert Collins. Collins was the lead plantiff in the suit brought against the city that resulted in the implementation of the ward system. He was elected to council in 1994 and became vice mayor, a ceremonial position, in 1996. Collins made … Continue reading Former VM Collins dead at 61
SLANTblog: Looking for best of the blogs
Terry is looking for our input on who we think are the best blogs: I’m working a writing project which has to do with political blogs, and I’d like to get some other opinions. [...] Of Virginia’s political blogs (on both the left and the right), which do you consider to be the: 1. Best … Continue reading SLANTblog: Looking for best of the blogs
What’s wrong with this picture?
Click to enlarge When I first heard that Senator Nick Rerras had appropriated the blue crab of challenger Ralph Northam, I needed to see it for myself. Because I live the 6th, I get Rerras' mailings all the time. However, since this dinner was being held on the Eastern Shore, I didn't get the invitation. … Continue reading What’s wrong with this picture?
Blogs United: to go or not to go
I entered the Virginia political blogosphere in February 2006 as a neophyte to the world of political blogging. Shortly after committing to this adventure, I learned about the plans for a bloggers conference to be held at Sorensen in Charlottesville. I eagerly signed up, wanting to have the opportunity to meet other bloggers and learn … Continue reading Blogs United: to go or not to go
Moving Virginia Forward
Join fellow Democrats to celebrate the sounds and tastes of Virginia on Wednesday, June 27 in Richmond. The event honors Governor Tim Kaine, who is leading the charge for Democratic takeover of the General Assembly in 2007. Click on the invitation, print it out and send in your money today!
IRS: Random audits are back
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that random audits are coming back. Calling it a National Research Program, the compliance project is aimed at reducing the tax gap. No one likes paying taxes, including me. But the harsh reality is that some of us are paying our fair share while others are not. The estimated … Continue reading IRS: Random audits are back
Isle of Wight says yes, HRTA approved
By a 3-2 vote, the Isle of Wight County Board agreed to the Hampton Roads Transportation Authority. The Daily Press story is here and the Virginian Pilot one is here. I am not happy with the plan. I understand the argument that something had to be done and that this is the best they could … Continue reading Isle of Wight says yes, HRTA approved
Hampton votes no
As expected, the Hampton City Council last night voted against the regional transportation authority. No one spoke in favor of the plan. "The bill that brought this to us is not worthy of lining your birdcage," Councilman Paige V. Washington said. "There are so many flaws and reprehensible outcomes here that I believe this is … Continue reading Hampton votes no
Opinion, please: overexposure
Another thought occurred to me as I was thinking about fundraising. Everyone wants to get a "name" to come to their fundraiser. On the Democratic side, that would include Governor Tim Kaine, former governor Mark Warner, and Senator Jim Webb. Kaine and Warner have been to Hampton Roads a lot. Is there such a thing … Continue reading Opinion, please: overexposure
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