I've been taking a few days of well-deserved rest. Given that it has been almost two years since I've had any real time off, I figured I'd better grab it now while I can. But a couple of things have come up over the last few days that I wanted to comment on. So, I'm … Continue reading Peeking out
Category: Norfolk
More on Joannou challenger comes to light
As I mentioned earlier, Delegate Johnny Joannou (D-79th) is facing a primary challenger in 2007. Sean has more information on Henry Light, who has now filed. Joannou, who began his second stint in the House of Delegates in 1998 (previously served 1976-1983), served in the Senate (1984-1991) before being ousted by Fred Quayle, who himself … Continue reading More on Joannou challenger comes to light
16,000 and 19,298: All politics is local
I spend a lot of time dealing with numbers. So it is only natural that the above two numbers jumped out at me. The first, 16,000, is the number of signatures presented to council yesterday by the Norfolk Tea Party II in their effort to convince council that the real estate tax rate should be … Continue reading 16,000 and 19,298: All politics is local
Norfolk Drinking Liberally tomorrow
Don't forget that the Norfolk Drinking Liberally group meets tomorrow upstairs at the New Belmont. The "meeting" is from 5pm to 7pm. Come and share some holiday cheer! And while you're at it, put it on your calendar. The third Thursday of every month. Same time, same place 😉
Some stuff you may have missed
Former Virginia Governor Jim Gilmore is setting up an exploratory committee for a run for the Republican nomination for president, saying that "A void exists," in that none of the candidates are conservatives. Why do I suspect that this will be a short-lived campaign? The Virginian-Pilot editorial today weighs in on the $600,000 overpayment made … Continue reading Some stuff you may have missed
Reminder: Workshop for females
Just a reminder that the deadline to apply for the upcoming Running to Win Workshop is this Friday, December 22. The details on the workshop can be found in this post.
Billy Robinson dead at 64
Former Norfolk Delegate William P. "Billy" Robinson, Jr. has died. Robinson served in the legislature for 20 years, until his defeat by Winsome Sears in 2001. (Coincidentally, the Pilot did a piece on Sears today.) I have previously written about Robinson's brilliant career and my hopes that he would find a way back into politics. … Continue reading Billy Robinson dead at 64
Payday lending alternatives
One of the things that supporters of payday lending have claimed is that they are the only ones willing to make these loans. As an article in today's Virginian-Pilot points out, this is not necessarily the case. Five years ago, tellers at State Employees' Credit Union in North Carolina noticed a different group of people … Continue reading Payday lending alternatives
Joannou challenger
I understand that Delegate Johnny Joannou (D-79th) is going to be facing a challenger this year for his seat. The person mentioned is a fellow Democrat who lives in Norfolk. Will update this once more information comes to light.
More Ford news
Norfolk Ford Plant employees will be eligible for adjustment assistance under the Trade Act of 1974, according to an announcement by Governor Tim Kaine today. According to the release, the Federal Trade Act assistance "opens doors to a key set of healthcare, training and extended jobless benefits." The press release indicates that companies that supply … Continue reading More Ford news
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