Monday, I got an email from Senator Jim Webb's office regarding requests for inauguration tickets. “As of this morning, we have received in excess of 15,000 requests for the Inaugural Swearing-In ceremony in January. If this year is consistent with years past, our office will likely receive about 500 tickets. Space is limited and we … Continue reading 26,000 requests for 500 tickets
Category: National
Kaine nixes DNC post idea
According to The Virginian Pilot, Governor Tim Kaine has ruled out taking the position as chair of the DNC while he is serving as governor: “I’m not interested in it as long as I’m governor,” Kaine said during a news conference. Well, I guess that's that.
Veterans’ Day 2008
From Military.com: November 11, or what has come to be known as Veterans Day, was originally set as a U.S. legal holiday to honor Armistice Day - the end of World War I, which officially took place on November 11, 1918. In legislature that was passed in 1938, November 11 was "dedicated to the cause … Continue reading Veterans’ Day 2008
50 state program axed but fundraising for it?
Color me confused. It appears that the 50-state program, an extremely successful effort by the DNC, is being eliminated. I happened to have gotten an email from the Hampton Roads organizer, Susan Mariner, last week about something else and she casually mentioned that State Partnership Program officially ends at the end of November, but it … Continue reading 50 state program axed but fundraising for it?
The Pulpit Speaks: October 29, 1960 (Redux)
Two years ago - almost to the day - I posted my father's article with the above date. While I still have other articles of his left to post, this one is just so appropriate in light of events of this past week. Let me put it in perspective: at this time, my father was … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: October 29, 1960 (Redux)
“With God on Our Side”
I've spent the day catching up - on my email, on my blog readings, on sleep - after what has been a tremendously busy week. It has been interesting to read the perspectives of folks all over. But let me point you to one post in particular: "With God on Our Side, Redux." The title … Continue reading “With God on Our Side”
OTR 11/09: Nye, Scott
This Sunday's On the Record will feature 2nd district Congressman-elect Glenn Nye, who will discuss the impact of a Barack Obama presidency on international relations and who he thinks should be Secretary of State. Also joining host Joel Rubin will be 3rd district Congressman Bobby Scott. Their conversation will center around the historic election of … Continue reading OTR 11/09: Nye, Scott
Who to contact for inaugural tickets
Well, it ain't me 😦 I've had a few comments on this blog over the last few days (as well as emails thru my Contact Me page) regarding tickets for the Obama inauguration. Folks, I don't have an inside track on getting tickets. According to this article, you need to contact your Congressional Representative. (Don't … Continue reading Who to contact for inaugural tickets
Nye leading in VA-02
Democratic challenger Glenn Nye is leading incumbent Republican Thelma Drake. With nearly 63% of the vote counted, Nye has about a 3,500 vote lead. However, at this time, 56% of the precincts in Virginia Beach - which makes up about 70% of the district - are not in. Nye has done well, though, by winning … Continue reading Nye leading in VA-02
Obama elected president
All of the major news outlets have declared Barack Obama the next president of the United States.Unbelievable. Absolutely unbelievable.
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