Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever does. — Margaret Mead I attending the screening of 9500 Liberty Tuesday night and as I watched the film, the above quote kept running through my head. The story was one with which I … Continue reading 9500 Liberty: a quick review
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Military Spouses Residency Relief Act: it’s gonna cost us
An article in Monday's newspaper about the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (MSRRA) struck me, at the time, as a case of missing the forest for the trees. The act, passed on Veterans Day, will extend residential benefits to spouses of military personnel, allowing them to retain residency in their home state for tax and … Continue reading Military Spouses Residency Relief Act: it’s gonna cost us
Norfolk Councilman Williams not running
According to a story posted on PilotOnline, Ward 1 council member Don Williams will not run for re-election. “This is my Christmas present to Rose,” he said. “She’s had three serious bouts of cancer and a recent case of pneumonia. She’s healthy and it’s time for us to spend time together.” Williams has served on … Continue reading Norfolk Councilman Williams not running
Where is Amiral?
87th House district Republican candidate John Amiral has left town and owes a pile of people money, including WVEC, the station that aired this story. The biggest question I have: how in the heck did Amiral end up owing media outlets? Have they changed their policy of requiring payment in advance? Or did he write … Continue reading Where is Amiral?
Reminder: 9500 Liberty screening tonite
Just a reminder that the screening of the movie 9500 Liberty will be at 7:15pm tonight at the Naro in Norfolk. In case you want to know a bit more about the movie, check out this review. In this film, an anti-immigration blogger in Prince William County named Greg Letiecq uses his site to bring … Continue reading Reminder: 9500 Liberty screening tonite
Norfolk council: do your job!
"I am reluctant to pull the council into this. But if we can help resolve this, we will try." The above quote came from Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim in an article today regarding the latest turf battle between Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald and Treasurer Tom Moss. An inquiry has been launched into … Continue reading Norfolk council: do your job!
9500 Liberty film screening in Norfolk Tuesday
9500 Liberty will have a screening Tuesday evening at the Naro in Norfolk. Prince William County, Virginia becomes ground zero in America’s explosive battle over immigration policy when elected officials adopt a law requiring police officers to question anyone they have "probable cause" to suspect is an undocumented immigrant. 9500 Liberty reveals the startling vulnerability … Continue reading 9500 Liberty film screening in Norfolk Tuesday
Warner roundtable on women on combat
Senator Mark Warner held a roundtable in the Norfolk Main Library this morning to hear from military women and representatives of various veteran support groups on the issue of combat stress. Last month, Warner sponsored legislation directing the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to spend the next year studying whether it is adequately addressing the … Continue reading Warner roundtable on women on combat
Congratulations Annise – and Houston
Annise Parker was the first openly gay person elected mayor of a large US city Saturday. Houston is the fourth largest city in the country. Congratulations to Ms. Parker - and to the voters of Houston.
Most loved, hated in Congress
Congress, it’s been said, is like high school for old people. Seems about right 😉 The December issue of Newsmax Magazine includes a list of the Congress members most loved or or most hated by their colleagues. A couple of Virginians made the list. Among the most loved: Senator Mark Warner. Democrats consider Warner a … Continue reading Most loved, hated in Congress
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