Category: National

A dead heat in the 2nd CD

According to a newly released poll, the race in the 2nd Congressional District is a virtual tie, with Republican challenger Scott Rigell at 41.5% and Democratic incumbent Glenn Nye at 41%.  Independent Kenny Golden is at 5% with 12% of voters undecided. The goose isn't cooked yet: According to Nate Silver, it seems Nye has … Continue reading A dead heat in the 2nd CD →

The partisan divide

This Gallup graph has been making the rounds of websites, prompting an interesting discussion about what it means. Over at The American Prospect, the idea is that the change is connected to the election of a Democratic president. The Economist follows up on that post by saying that things have not really changed when it … Continue reading The partisan divide →

Pilot endorsements: 4 for 5 so far

Beginning Saturday and continuing through today, The Virginian-Pilot has endorsed in five races. My predictions have been accurate in all but one of those. Incumbents Bobby Scott (3rd) and Randy Forbes (4th) were endorsed Saturday. Both merit a return to Washington, but with the expectation that they will make greater use of their substantial seniority … Continue reading Pilot endorsements: 4 for 5 so far →

2nd CD debate: CDBA

Sorry for the delay in getting up this video of the 2nd CD debate, which occurred on October 15. And don't forget to watch the LWV debate on WHRO tonight at 7pm on WHRO-World 15.2 (Cox channel 107) at 7pm.  

Predictions on Pilot endorsements

Recall, if you will, what Don Luzzatto said about the endorsements at The Virginian-Pilot. Using that as a guide, here are my predictions of their endorsements. It should be noted that even though I write an opinion column for the editorial page, I was not privy to the interview and decision-making process. Portsmouth Mayor Elizabeth … Continue reading Predictions on Pilot endorsements →

Distractions in the 2nd District campaign

My latest column, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot today. It could have easily been called Campaign rubbernecking part II: Exhibit A as a followup to my description in last week's column. Regular readers of this blog know how much I prefer the voters remain focused on the issues. Trying to tie Glenn Nye to … Continue reading Distractions in the 2nd District campaign →

WHRO to broadcast CD2 & CD3 debates

WHRO has announced the broadcast schedule of the recent debates in the 2nd and 3rd Congressional districts that were hosted by the League of Women Voters. The 2nd CD debate, which took place on October 9, will air October 24 The 3rd CD debate, which took place on October 15, will air October 31 Both … Continue reading WHRO to broadcast CD2 & CD3 debates →

3rd CD debate tonight

Just a quick reminder that the League of Women Voters, in conjunction with WHRO, are hosting a 3rd Congressional District candidates’ debate this evening.  All four candidates - Democratic incumbent Bobby Scott, Republican Chuck Smith, Libertarian James Quigley and Independent John Kelly - are expected to attend. Details: Location: Hampton City Council Chambers, 22 Lincoln … Continue reading 3rd CD debate tonight →

Campaign rubbernecking

My latest column, title above,  appeared in The Virginian-Pilot today. One of the things referenced in the piece is the 1890 Harvard Law Review article by Samuel Warren and Louis Brandeis, which you can read here. The concept of a right to privacy is one many of us take for granted - except when it … Continue reading Campaign rubbernecking →