Category: Local

Daily Press endorses Kellam

In their house race endorsements today, the Daily Press endorsed Democratic challenger Phil Kellam for the 2nd Congressional District. The editorial board put tremendous weight on the issue of Iraq. But the war in Iraq and the struggle against Islamic fundamentalism are the highest priorities. In no area of decision-making is it more important to … Continue reading Daily Press endorses Kellam →

Ballot issues #2 and #3

I know I've paid a lot of attention to Ballot issue #1. But with two other constitutional amendments on the ballot, I thought I would share this information from WAVY10 that aired a couple of days ago. Ballot issue #2 is a nobrainer, even if it is the result of an activist judge on behalf … Continue reading Ballot issues #2 and #3 →

Reason #5: Vote NO if…

... you are concerned that the amendment will be used by opposing factions in families seeking to deny unmarried partners of loved ones the right to hospital visitation, to decide about organ donation or burial, or to determine guardianship of children. Technorati Tags: Marshall Newman Amendment, Virginia Marriage Amendment

Bumper sticker funnies

These bumper stickers were compiled by Jerry Paul, a former Methodist Minister in Lakeside, Ohio, who writes: "The following actual bumper stickers are now on cars. I didn't write any of them. I'm only the messenger. If they make you laugh, good. If they make you cry, good. If they make you angry, that's good, … Continue reading Bumper sticker funnies →

Commonwealth Coalition needs your help

OK, it's crunch time. With only five days to go, we've got a lot of work to do to defeat the so-called Marriage Amendment. We need bodies, folks, for phone banking, lit drops and working the polls, especially in the Hampton Roads area. If you are in Hampton Roads and have some time to spare, … Continue reading Commonwealth Coalition needs your help →

Norfolk Webb luncheon tomorrow

Join former first ladies Lynda Robb and Jinks Holton at a luncheon tomorrow for Jim Webb. The luncheon starts at noon and will be held at the United House of Prayer Dining Room, 1206 Church St. (corner of Princess Anne & Church). Some of the confirmed attendees include state Senators Yvonne Miller and Louise Lucas, … Continue reading Norfolk Webb luncheon tomorrow →

A challenger in the 87th

I've now confirmed with several sources that there will be a Republican challenger for Paula Miller's 87th House District seat. The man is being championed by Ward 5 councilman Randy Wright. What makes this so interesting is that this same guy was mentioned as a challenger for Wright in last May's council election. I saw … Continue reading A challenger in the 87th →

Reason #6: Vote NO if…

... you believe this is the first step in a series of rights being taken away from the citizens of Virginia. The Virginia Bill of Rights has never been used to take away anyone's rights, only to grant them. “First they came for the Communists, and I didn’t speak up, because I wasn’t a Communist. … Continue reading Reason #6: Vote NO if… →

Del Alexander: I’m voting NO

At tonight's Norfolk City Democratic Committee meeting, Delegate Kenny Alexander (D-89th) announced that he is voting NO. Del. Alexander is a member of the Privileges & Elections committee and served on the Marshall sub-committee, which brought us the so-called Marriage Amendment. He admitted tonight that he voted for the amendment coming out of the sub-committee, … Continue reading Del Alexander: I’m voting NO →

Reuters/Zogby: Drake 51%, Kellam 43%

The latest Reuters/Zogby poll for the 2nd Congressional district shows Republican incumbent Thelma Drake leading Democratic challenger Phil Kellam 51% to 43%. This poll was conducted October 24-29 and included live surveys of 500 likely voters. The margin of error is +/- 4.5%. This race has been a seesaw one for some time now and … Continue reading Reuters/Zogby: Drake 51%, Kellam 43% →