Category: Politics

Statement from Mathieson

I received the following statement from Delegate Bobby Mathieson's office regarding this story: “Earlier today, I filed a police report with the Virginia State Police concerning suspected embezzlement of my campaign funds.  On conducting an internal review of my campaign finances, I noticed serious discrepancies and misuse of campaign funds.  After examining the account further, … Continue reading Statement from Mathieson →

ODU served in Hamilton probe

A report by WAVY brings some new information on the investigation of Republican incumbent Delegate Phil Hamilton. Andy Fox reports that Old Dominion University, like Newport News Public Schools, has been served with with a subpoena and a search warrant by the same federal grand jury. As the result of the probe, Hamilton has hired … Continue reading ODU served in Hamilton probe →

There’s always one

Bad apple, that is. Tonight it was Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC). Is there something in the water down there? Jeez! How many times during the Bush years did we hear that we should respect the office? Seems someone should give Wilson a few pointers. During President Obama's speech tonight, Wilson yelled out "you lie" after … Continue reading There’s always one →

Harbor Party October 1

from Joel Rubin The 17th annual Kiwanis Harbor Party and Seafood Feast will be Thursday October 1 from 4:30-7:30pm at Town Point Park in Norfolk. Besides crab cakes, scallops, oysters, fish, clam chowder and beer, guests will be able to meet many of the statewide and local candidates running in the November elections.  Proceeds benefit … Continue reading Harbor Party October 1 →

Bob’s world: family policy proposal #5

A look at one of the fifteen policy proposals put forth by Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell in his thesis and the extent to which he attempted to implement the proposal during his career as a legislator and attorney general. Continue welfare reform to promote work and eliminate all anti-family provisions, with an ultimate goal … Continue reading Bob’s world: family policy proposal #5 →

Deeds at Scott’s picnic

Part 1 of the remarks of Democratic gubernatorial candidate, Senator Creigh Deeds, at Congressman Bobby Scott's Labor Day picnic. Part 2 is below the fold. My camera batteries ran out so yes, there is a slight gap. And yes, it's a different camera. Sorry. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed … Continue reading Deeds at Scott’s picnic →

Kaine at Scott’s Picnic

Governor Tim Kaine's remarks and introduction of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds at Congressman Bobby Scott's Labor Day picnic. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Wagner at Scott’s picnic

Remarks by Democratic LG candidate Jody Wagner at Congressman Bobby Scott's Labor Day picnic. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Shannon at Scott’s picnic

Remarks by Democratic AG candidate Steve Shannon at Congressman Bobby Scott's Labor Day Picnic If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.

Kaine on budget problems

Via NBC12, you can watch the video of Governor Kaine's press conference on the budget. Releases from various sources on the budget can be found below the fold. From Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds: “Today’s cuts to services provide a painful reminder of the economic effects brought on by the worst economic downturn since the … Continue reading Kaine on budget problems →