The Virginian-Pilot broke with tradition today with its endorsement in a primary race that is tantamount to election. The winner of this Saturday's Republican canvass will be the representative of the 8th Senate District in Virginia Beach, unless a late Democratic opponent emerges, which is unlikely. I applaud the Pilot for finally endorsing in races … Continue reading Where does McWaters stand?
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Special elections date set: Jan 12
Governor Tim Kaine announced Monday that the special elections to fill seats in the 8th and 37th Senate districts will be held Tuesday, January 12, 2010. The opening in the 37th, which covers part of Fairfax County, was created by the election of Ken Cuccinelli as Attorney General. The opening in the 8th, which covers … Continue reading Special elections date set: Jan 12
Who is Rosemary Wilson?
I guess I haven't paid nearly as much attention to the Virginia Beach City Council as I probably should have. A quick search on my blog reveals very little about the second candidate for the Republican nomination for Senate in the 8th district, Virginia Beach councilwoman Rosemary Wilson. Not a problem, really, as Wilson and … Continue reading Who is Rosemary Wilson?
Speaker releases House Ethics Panel report
Speaker Bill Howell has released the report of the House Ethics Panel inquiry into Newport News Delegate Phil Hamilton. The report (pdf) is, as expected, brief: since Hamilton has resigned, the panel says it lacks jurisdiction to proceed. In an email, Speaker Howell says: While I regret that their fact-finding inquiry did not reach a … Continue reading Speaker releases House Ethics Panel report
VA-01 candidate Ball on MSNBC
What a way to spend your birthday! Krystal Ball, one of two Democrats seeking to take on Republican incumbent Rob Wittman, appeared this morning on MSNBC's "Morning Meeting." Happy birthday, Krystal!
Who is Jeff McWaters?
Back in 2007, then AMERIGROUP CEO Jeffrey McWaters wrote an article about health care, which I opined on here. Today McWaters is one of two Republican candidates seeking to represent the 8th Senate District in Virginia Beach. Due to a conflict, McWaters was unable to make our interview, which had been scheduled for Monday afternoon. … Continue reading Who is Jeff McWaters?
Mathieson statement on vote certification
The Electoral Board today certified the results in the November 3 election. This afternoon, the campaign of Bobby Mathieson released the following statement: There are still open questions in this race, and it is in the best interest of the voters of the 21st District for Bobby Mathieson to seek a recount. Bobby will continue … Continue reading Mathieson statement on vote certification
Upcoming: a look at the candidates in the 8th
Beginning Tuesday, I'll be taking a look at the two candidates who will be facing off in the Republican canvass in the 8th Senate district: Jeff McWaters and Rosemary Wilson. The seat is being vacated by Ken Stolle, who was elected sheriff of Virginia Beach. The canvass will be held on Saturday, December 5, from … Continue reading Upcoming: a look at the candidates in the 8th
How we did in Hampton Roads in November
The Virginia Public Access Project today updated their website with the party performance data for statewide candidates for the House of Delegates and Senate districts. A lot of red on that house map to the left (click to enlarge). I took a look at the contested races in Hampton Roads where there was a Democratic … Continue reading How we did in Hampton Roads in November
Nye community discussion Saturday
I won't be able to make this (because I'll be at the Blogs United conference) but here's your chance to talk to Rep. Glenn Nye.
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