The Pitchfork Rebellion is, according to this Washington Post article, a nonpartisan group critical of the judicial selection process in Virginia. Truth be told, it's hard not to be critical. Virginia is one of only two states, along with South Carolina, that empower their state legislatures to pick state judges, a process primarily conducted behind … Continue reading Judges (again)
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Another council conflict?
The headline on today's Virginian Pilot blares yet another misstep by a member of Norfolk City Council. In this case, the offender is my superward representative, Barclay Winn. Winn, owner of Winn Nursery, received a subcontract to do landscaping at Town Point Park. Since the contract was not with the City, Winn did not ask … Continue reading Another council conflict?
Mike Signer’s Coffee Break 2/25/09
I had a chance to chat with LG candidate Mike Signer earlier this week and hope to have some time over the weekend to write up my thoughts. In the meantime, the candidate is embracing the use of technology to put out short videos each week on various topics. This is his latest Coffee Break.
What Matters February editorial roundtable
The monthly editorial roundtable for What Matters TV will air tonight at 8:30pm on WHRO. Joining host Cathy Lewis in the studio will be Don Luzzatto of the Virginian Pilot, Brian Kirwin of Bearing Drift, and yours truly. The Daily Press' Kimball Payne will provide commentary via satellite from Richmond. The show will be available … Continue reading What Matters February editorial roundtable
Newport News sheriff to run as a Democrat
Word has come that Newport News Sheriff Gabriel Morgan has joined the Newport News City Democratic Committee and will run as a Democrat. Morgan was first elected in 2005 as a Republican but resigned from the party last year. No word yet on whether there will be any other candidates for this position.
Moran Lunch in Norfolk 3/9
Please Join Mayor Paul Fraim Sheriff Bob McCabe Jeff Breit Dr. Rob Frazier Richard Levin Henry Light Dr. Keith Newby Andrew Sacks Peter Schmidt … Continue reading Moran Lunch in Norfolk 3/9
Purkey: “I was asleep”
Has he announced his retirement yet? Video courtesy of The Shad Plank If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.
Car dealers money grab
The so-called "Don Hall" bill (SB1410 and HB1778) has sailed through the General Assembly and now awaits the governor's signature. Similar bills are being pursued in 13 states, which would allow car dealers more compensation if the manufacturers kill a brand. It seems that the dealers are trying to get a piece of the bailout … Continue reading Car dealers money grab
Best roundup of the NSOTU speech
I've read a lot of the comments about President Obama's speech last night but I think this is one of the best. But I had the feeling throughout the speech that there was nothing new here and that he wasted an opportunity to explain things in ways that would have restored confidence not just in … Continue reading Best roundup of the NSOTU speech
Judge Ken Melvin?
It seems so. But several legislators, who did not want to be identified, said Tuesday that Melvin may have a second career in public life ahead of him. He is being considered for a Portsmouth Circuit Court seat, the legislators said. My understanding is that a sitting member of the General Assembly cannot be considered … Continue reading Judge Ken Melvin?
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