Category: Politics

June 12, 1967: Loving v Virginia

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case of Loving v Virginia in which the anti-miscegenation laws of Virginia and other states were struck down.To think that two people could not marry because of their race is, in many ways, mindboggling. And hypocritical. Let's face it: you can't look at a light-skinned … Continue reading June 12, 1967: Loving v Virginia →

Primary day and predictions

It's Tuesday, June 12 and I urge all who have primaries in their areas to go out and vote. Here's a recap of the races in Hampton Roads (my projected winners in bold, * = incumbent): 1st Senate - Marty Williams* v Tricia Stall 13th Senate - Fred Quayle* v Richard Ramsey 13th Senate - … Continue reading Primary day and predictions →

Noll to contest loss in 96th

Republican candidate Sheila Noll is going to contest the results of Saturday's firehouse primary in the 96th, according to this article in the Daily Press. Those regulations barred people who had voted in the nominating process for another party after March 1, 2004 - essentially banning voters who chose sides in the 2005 Democratic primary … Continue reading Noll to contest loss in 96th →

Independent candidate in 96th drops out

According to WAVY TV 10, independent candidate Richard Vandermark has dropped out of the race. This leaves Democratic candidate Troy Farlow, Republican candidate Brenda Pogge  and independent candidate Pamela Pouchet to battle for the open seat. Vandermark managed to raise only $159.61 for his campaign, with $109.61 coming from himself. Pouchet has so far raised … Continue reading Independent candidate in 96th drops out →

AG McDonnell in the hot seat

Yesterday, the Virginian Pilot weighed in on issue of Attorney General Bob McDonnell's receipt of contributions from developer Dan Hoffler and the lack of progress in the investigation of him. Today's Roanoke Times goes even further, saying: Virginia deserves an attorney general who knows the difference between the appearance of impropriety and actual impropriety. McDonnell … Continue reading AG McDonnell in the hot seat →

Kaine & Bouchard at the Beach

Governor Tim Kaine came to Virginia Beach earlier this evening for a fundraiser for 83rd district candidate Joe Bouchard. Kaine spoke glowingly of Bouchard, who was accompanied this evening by his wife, Rita, and their daughter, Ellen. With a number of other events going on in the area tonight, it was a very good turnout. … Continue reading Kaine & Bouchard at the Beach →

Farlow opponent set in the 96th

According to Bearing Drift, the opponent for Democratic candidate Troy Farlow in the 96th house district will be Republican Brenda Pogge. Like the earlier race between Faisal Gill and Julie Lucas in the 51st, this selection is not without controversy: Sheila Noll, one of the other candidates in the three-way race is contesting the results. … Continue reading Farlow opponent set in the 96th →

OTR 6/10/07: Joannou v Light Debate

This week's On the Record with host Joel Rubin features a debate between Democratic incumbent in the 79th Johnny Joannou and challenger Henry Light. This is the last opportunity for voters to see the two candidates before Tuesday's primary. Since there is no Republican opponent, the winner will represent the district. Also, local activists organizing … Continue reading OTR 6/10/07: Joannou v Light Debate →

HPV adverse reactions

Back in February, I expressed my concern about the mandating of the HPV, which passed the General Assembly last session. Today I was made aware of information on Judicial Watch regarding adverse reactions to the vaccine. As of May 11, 2007, the 1,637 adverse vaccination reactions reported to the FDA via the Vaccine Adverse Event … Continue reading HPV adverse reactions →