The Jaded JD has a thorough, if complicated, post up about the plan of Republican AG candidate Ken Cuccinelli to expand the appellate division of the Virginia Court of Appeals. In other words, Cuccinelli has his own “No Car Tax” plan—a proposal that will sound good to most people (who won’t bother trying to understand … Continue reading Jaded JD on Cuccinelli’s Court of Appeals plan
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Another Nye challenger
According to The Virginian-Pilot, 2nd Congressional Rep. Glenn Nye has officially drawn another challenger: Scott Rigell. Rigell, 49, shipped his paperwork to the Federal Election Commission on Monday. He said he is running to help Republicans regain control of Congress and restore fiscal discipline. Already announced is former Virginia Beach Republican Party chair Chuck Smith. The … Continue reading Another Nye challenger
ICYMI: PPP poll has Republicans leading
Public Policy Polling released its latest poll yesterday (pdf). The results show the Republican candidates leading in all three top ticket races: Governor - Bob McDonnell 49%, Creigh Deeds 43%, undecided 8% Lieutenant Governor - Bill Bolling 46%, Jody Wagner 40%, undecided 13% Attorney General - Ken Cuccinelli 45%, Steve Shannon 38%, undecided 18% It … Continue reading ICYMI: PPP poll has Republicans leading
Bouchard fundraiser Thursday
Join Delegate Joe Bouchard for a fundraiser at Croc’s 19th Street Bistro (A Virginia Green Restaurant) 620 19th Street, Virginia Beach Thursday, July 9th 5:30 to 7:30 pm Host- $500 Sponsor- $250 Friend- $100 Guest- $50 Please make checks payable to “Bouchard for Delegate” and mail to: Bouchard for Delegate PO Box 68594 Virginia Beach, … Continue reading Bouchard fundraiser Thursday
Ongoing Whitfield saga
I'm taking a few days off but that doesn't mean I'm not paying attention to what's going on. Today's Virginian-Pilot brought to light the continuing saga of Arthur Whitfield, who was wrongfully convicted of rape and served 22 years in prison before DNA evidence exonerated him and he was released. He was finally pardoned by … Continue reading Ongoing Whitfield saga
Carmageddon
Thus screamed the 2 1/2 inch high front page headline in Friday's Virginian-Pilot. The accompanying article laid out how a simple malfunction created chaos for Hampton Roads drivers. A severe electrical and rain storm rolled across the bridge-tunnel Wednesday night, causing power outages and power surges. Apparently the power issues damaged a water main pump … Continue reading Carmageddon
SCOTUS changes the game
Monday's Ricci ruling has been hailed and scorned throughout the press this week. Many of the articles have focused on the fact that a 3-member appellate panel which included Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor had been overturned. One of the best articles I've read on the topic, though, comes from Linda Greenhouse of The New … Continue reading SCOTUS changes the game
Business Leaders for Deeds
Senator Mark Warner joined Creigh Deeds today to announce the formation of "Business Leaders for Deeds," a bipartisan group which will be lead by Ted Leonsis of McLean. Leonsis is the owner of the Washington Capitals. The press release (below the fold) includes the names of members - so far - of this steering committee. … Continue reading Business Leaders for Deeds
At 60
(Image courtesy of TPM) With the seating of Al Franken, Democrats now control a filibuster-proof majority in the Senate. Or do we? Everything I've read leads me to believe this majority is a myth - that is, getting all 60 of them to agree on much simply isn't going to happen. And my own, albeit … Continue reading At 60
It’s a Tuesday thing
That's the only thing I can figure out. Either that, or he's about to come over from the dark side 😉 Seriously - we agree again? I came to the conclusion a few years back that an elected official who can never run for re-election is about as close to an appointed leader as there … Continue reading It’s a Tuesday thing
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