Category: Politics

Stunned

As I fought afternoon traffic heading into downtown for the investiture of my friend, Joe Migliozzi, my phone rang. The person on the other end informed me that Jon Bowerbank, who has been in the LG race longer than anyone else, was dropping out of the race. Moments later, a text message: he was out … Continue reading Stunned →

Winning in November

One of the things that I have mentioned repeatedly on this blog is the history of Virginia electing a governor from the party opposite that of the president. No one really knows the exact reason for this, but many suspect that it has something to do with how tough the first year of a new … Continue reading Winning in November →

Opinion, please: assessor in your house?

On April 15, the City of Norfolk posted this press release which announced the start of a five-year review plan of the real estate in Norfolk.  Except for the fact that the first reviews were scheduled to start five days later, the notice seemed to me to be relatively benign: Prior to initiating the inspection … Continue reading Opinion, please: assessor in your house? →

Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation

State Senators Ralph Northam (D-Norfolk)  and Mary Margaret Whipple (D-Arlington) were named Virginia Legislators of the Year by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The awards were scheduled to be presented Tuesday morning before the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council meeting at the Mount Vernon Administration building. The legislators were to be presented with original artwork and Governor … Continue reading Northam, Whipple receive honor from Chesapeake Bay Foundation →

Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation

2nd Congressional District representative Glenn Nye was a co-sponsor on legislation passed by the House of Representatives today that would provide compensation to World War II merchant mariners. He spoke in favor of the legislation as shown in the following video. According to a release from the Congressman's office: During the Second World War, approximately … Continue reading Nye speaks in favor of WWII mariners’ compensation →

Moran VB office opening Saturday

Please join Former Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf Mayor Paul Fraim Mayor James Holley Former Chesapeake Mayor William E. Ward Delegate Kenny Alexander Delegate Joe Bouchard Delegate Bobby Matheison Bryan Collins, Chesapeake Councilman Dr. Shelia Hill, Chair, Chesapeake School Board Tina Pullen, Chesapeake School Board Member Former Virginia Beach Councilwoman Louisa Strayhorn for an Open … Continue reading Moran VB office opening Saturday →

Moran on the radio

Brian is on the radio in Hampton Roads. The ad celebrates the first 100 days of President Obama's administration and features former Virginia Beach councilwoman Louisa Strayhorn. Listen to it below.

LG debate upcoming

According to a press release I just received, the three Democratic candidates for LG - Jody Wagner, Jon Bowerbank and Mike Signer - have agreed to a fourth debate. This one will be hosted by Inside Scoop and televised in Northern Virginia and over the internet on May 10 at 6:30 pm. My email has … Continue reading LG debate upcoming →

Wagner releases education plan

LG candidate Jody Wagner released her education plan today (pdf). From the press release: "Our education system lays the foundation for the Commonwealth's future, and the quality of the schooling we're able to deliver to our children will determine their ability to compete in the global economy.  As Virginians, we all owe a debt of … Continue reading Wagner releases education plan →