Category: National

Second presidential debate open thread

We are about 10 minutes away from the second presidential debate. I have no idea what new items we can expect tonight, if anything. Use this as an open thread.

Silver Diner Blueplate ’08: cast your vote

The folks over at Silver Diner are allowing folks to cast their votes early for the Presidential election by buying an omelette. From the press release: By selecting either the Chicago-style "Obamalette" or the Southwestern-style "McCainlette" from the restaurant's all-day breakfast menu, Silver Diner is giving guests the chance to predict the winner of the … Continue reading Silver Diner Blueplate ’08: cast your vote →

MTP on SNL

In case you missed Meet the Press Sunday morning, here is a bit of video. I think it's pretty funny when MTP uses clips from Saturday Night Live 😉 Queen Latifah as Gwen Ifill? Priceless 🙂 The entire SNL skit is below the fold

McAuliffe in Norfolk Tuesday

Former DNC chair Terry McAuliffe will be in Norfolk Tuesday at noon at Webb Center at ODU. He will be discussing Obama's health care plan. McAuliffe is rumored to be running for Governor in 2009.

Veterans for Mark Warner

Coming up this Thursday, Mark Warner and Jim Webb will be in Norfolk to for an event to launch Veterans for Mark Warner. If you are a veteran and are supporting Warner, you're invited 🙂 The event will be held Thursday, October 9 at 10:30am at the US Navy Memorial (adjacent to the USS Wisconsin) … Continue reading Veterans for Mark Warner →

Plank the debate

The Shad Plank is hosting tonight's live blog of the vice presidential debate. (And they are using that cool Cover It Live software.) So head on over and join in the fun! I'll be there.

VP debate expectations

So, what do you expect will happen tonight? Will Sarah Palin trip over her own two feet as she walks on the stage? Will Joe Biden make one of his infamous gaffes? Or will this debate end up a tie, with each candidate holding their own? I think we will see no major mistakes by … Continue reading VP debate expectations →

Obama coming to Newport News Saturday

According to the Virginian Pilot, Barack Obama will hold a rally in Newport News Saturday: On Saturday, the Democratic presidential nominee is scheduled to visit Newport News' Victory Landing Park, the Obama campaign announced Wednesday night. The event is open to the public, though attendees are encouraged to register in advance at the candidate's Web … Continue reading Obama coming to Newport News Saturday →

Has the bailout already happened?

This guys seems to think so. While you were following the saga of the bailout, the vote of 'No' by the House of Representatives, an important story slipped through the cracks - by design. No one is reporting on this. No one will advertise this. No one really understand this, as it slipped under the … Continue reading Has the bailout already happened? →