The University of Virginia's board passed a resolution last week professing regret for the use of slaves on the campus between 1819 and 1865, according to this article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch. "The board expresses its particular regret for the employment of enslaved persons in these years and . . . expresses as well its … Continue reading UVa regrets school’s use of slaves
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Kaine: use EO to close gun loophole?
The Virginian-Pilot is reporting that Governor Tim Kaine is looking into whether he can use an executive order to close the loophole which allowed the Virginia Tech shooter to purchase his weapons. Seung-Hui Cho had been ordered by a court to undergo psychiatric counseling after he was ruled to present a danger to himself. But … Continue reading Kaine: use EO to close gun loophole?
Norment and Stolle cleared of ethics charges
State Senators Thomas Norment, Jr. and Kenneth Stolle were notified Monday that ethics charges against them had been dismissed. The charges were brought by Roanoke attorney G. David Nixon.
Gore running?
Seems that some friends of Al Gore are putting together a team for a new run: One of his former campaign team said: "I was asked whether I would be available towards the end of the year if I am needed. They know he has not ruled out running and if he decides to jump … Continue reading Gore running?
Lambert files:$100K loan
Benny Lambert's financial report finally showed up on the SBE website today. The report shows $172K in cash on hand, of which $100K is a loan he made to the campaign on 3/30. Now I understand investing in your own campaign, but putting $100K in at the last minute, especially when your 20 (!) contributors … Continue reading Lambert files:$100K loan
Farlow press release on Rapp retirement
From Troy Farlow: I commend Delegate Rapp on her years of public service in the House of Delegates. Although Delegate Rapp and I disagreed on several issues, I appreciate her dedication to serving the public and constituents. I share Delegate Rapp's passion for the common good, and that's why I'm running for the House of … Continue reading Farlow press release on Rapp retirement
Rapp retires
My sources are telling me that Melanie Rapp, Republican delegate from the 96th district, will be retiring. The reason given is that she has gotten a job out of the area. No word on who her replacement might be. For the Democratic candidate, Troy Farlow, this should be good news. Taking an open seat is … Continue reading Rapp retires
Mark Warner at the Norfolk Forum
Former Governor Mark Warner was the final speaker of the season for the Norfolk Forum this past Tuesday night. The Virginian-Pilot covered his speech in this article. On display was Warner's sense of humor: besides the "cha-ching" mentioned in the Pilot article, he spoke about missing being called "His Excellency" and the fact that as … Continue reading Mark Warner at the Norfolk Forum
Wardrup retires
The Virginian-Pilot is reporting that Leo Wardrup announced his retirement. "First, I can no longer meet my own demands for a vigorous campaign so characteristic of my past campaigns," he said in a written statement. "Second, and most important for my constituents, I can no longer serve with the energy they have come to expect … Continue reading Wardrup retires
No Drinking Liberally tonight
The Norfolk gathering of Drinking Liberally, scheduled for this evening, has been canceled. The next one will be held the third Thursday of May - May 17th.
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