But this one with a twist: only the challengers are going to be there! The Norfolk Republican Women are sponsoring an interactive forum with three Independent challengers running against incumbent Norfolk City Council members on Thursday, April 27th, at the Radisson Hotel, Monticello Avenue and St. Paul's Boulevard. Ms. Barbara Saunders is running to represent … Continue reading Another candidates forum
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Gilmore: “Not my fault”
Hilarious is how I'd describe the article in today's Pilot about former Governor Jim Gilmore's response to last week's charge by Norfolk Treasurer Tom Moss and Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald regarding the increase in personal property taxes the citizens of Norfolk will have to pay. Moss, the former speaker of the House of … Continue reading Gilmore: “Not my fault”
Fun at UVA
I had the pleasure of speaking last evening at a student gathering at the University of Virginia. Hosted by Queer & Allied Activism, the meeting was also attended by members of Minority Squared and StudCo Diversity Initiatives. I was impressed with the activism that these students have taken on. A couple of them had been … Continue reading Fun at UVA
Ford: Transportation figures in plant closure
I found this letter to the editor in today's Pilot interesting (emphasis mine): WHILE OUR FORD JOBS BURN, THE LEGISLATURE FIDDLES They stopped the assembly line Thursday at work, gathered us together and showed us a seven- minute video message from Detroit. The man commended us on the quality of our work and productivity. He … Continue reading Ford: Transportation figures in plant closure
Lanteigne will not challenge Drake
Virginia Beach Sheriff Paul Lanteigne announced Monday that he will not challenge Thelma Drake for the Republican nomination for the 2nd District congressional seat. From the Pilot article: "I have been advised that with Phil Kellam unopposed for the Democratic nomination, some Democrats are advocating crossing over into the Republican primary and voting for Thelma … Continue reading Lanteigne will not challenge Drake
Quickie: CPRV Candidates’ forum
I attended the Colonial Place/Riverview Civic League candidates' forum tonight. In attendance were all three candidates for Ward 2: Andy Wallach, Terry Whibley & Felisha Belin. I'll do a complete writeup later (need to get back to doing some more tax returns) but suffice it to say that I think any of the three will … Continue reading Quickie: CPRV Candidates’ forum
DYK: Norfolk’s Ward System
An earlier comment by a poster reminded me that I needed to write a piece on the ward system. Come May, the ward system in place in Norfolk since 1992 will change slightly, expanding from its current seven members to eight with the election of a mayor. The mayor will be elected at-large, meaning he … Continue reading DYK: Norfolk’s Ward System
Candidates’ forum
Upcoming forums: Colonial Place/Riverview Civic Leage - Ward 2 candidates. April 10, 7pm. Tabb's Restauarant on Granby Street. Ghent Civic League - Mayoral and Ward 2 candidates. April 17, 7-9 pm, Maury High School. Contact Sharon Plawsin at 446-2413 for information.
Candidates’ Forum
Short notice, I know, but Thursday, April 6, there will be a Council candidates' forum at the Ocean View Senior Center at 7pm. This is a joint meeting of the East Ocean View, Cottage Line, and Pinewell civic leagues. I understand that the candidates for Mayor - Paul Fraim and Dan Montague - as well … Continue reading Candidates’ Forum
Candidate profile: Andy Wallach
As promised in my Open Letter to Norfolk Council Candidates, here is the first candidate to respond - Andy Wallach - in his own words: Andy Wallach for City Council I am Andy Wallach and I am running for Norfolk City Council as the Ward 2 representative in the May election. I request … Continue reading Candidate profile: Andy Wallach
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