Category: Virginia

Poll coming this morning

And it's not going to be pretty. Public Policy Polling will be releasing around 11am today the results of its latest poll in the governor's race. We know from Tweets that the poll is going to show Deeds behind McDonnell by more than the 6 points the last poll showed.  Will it be as high … Continue reading Poll coming this morning →

Deeds/Cranwell conference call on Mullins statement

Just finished participating in a conference call with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds and DPVA chair Dickie Cranwell. The purpose of the call was to discuss the outrageous statement by RPV chair Pat Mullins. In an article in last week's The Recorder, a newspaper that covers Bath and Highland counties, reporter James Jacenich recounts a … Continue reading Deeds/Cranwell conference call on Mullins statement →

Hamilton, conflict of interest & FT legislature

The front page, above the fold story in Thursday's Virginian-Pilot was about long-time Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton (R-93rd). I have to admit - I saw the story pop up on PilotOnline the night before and never thought it would be on the front page; instead, I expected it would be buried in the Hampton … Continue reading Hamilton, conflict of interest & FT legislature →

Weekly roundup 8/1/09

Stories from the week that you may have missed: The "birthers." Not familiar with the term? Well, these are people who believe that President Obama is not a natural born US citizen. Below the Beltway has been all over this.  CNN's Lou Dobbs and Rep. Bob Goodlatte are just two of the big names in … Continue reading Weekly roundup 8/1/09 →

Whitfield: Spruill, Miller support

Two more local delegates are on board for the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in the special session. In a phone call earlier today, Chesapeake Del. Lionell Spruill, Sr. (D-77th) reaffirmed his support of the Legislative Black Caucus legislation I previously posted. "Mr. Whitfield deserves this compensation and I fully support the consideration of … Continue reading Whitfield: Spruill, Miller support →

West poll: “rife with opportunity”

Gary West, the Democratic candidate in the 94th district, released memo (pdf) summarizing the results of his recent polling. The pollster, Myers Research & Strategic Services, makes an interesting point about Gary's appeal to independent voters: While both West and Oder receive solid support from their respective partisan bases, a majority of independent voters are … Continue reading West poll: “rife with opportunity” →

Challengers Abbott, West support Whitfield

Democratic candidate Robin Abbott (93rd) and Gary West (94th) each issued statements today in support of the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in the special session. Their statements are below the fold. From Abbott: Candidate Robin Abbott Supports Legislative Action To Address Aid For Arthur Whitfield Newport News, Virginia – July 30th, 2009 – … Continue reading Challengers Abbott, West support Whitfield →

Condolences

First, condolences to Norfolk Councilwoman Daun Hester on the loss of her brother. And to Norfolk Circuit Court Clerk George Schaefer III on the loss of his father. From what I have been able to learn, the funeral will be held this weekend in New York. Finally, to the family of Virginia Beach Democrat Phyllis … Continue reading Condolences →

On limiting special session topics

Eight days ago, on the day it was announced, I called for the inclusion of compensation for Arthur Whitfield in  special session. I have been pleasantly surprised at the reaction: given the opportunity, our legislators will do the right thing, and legislator after legislator has come on board. The sticking point, though, seems to be … Continue reading On limiting special session topics →

Whitfield: Pilot backs special session inclusion

The editorial page of Thursday's Virginian-Pilot carried the cartoon you see here (click to enlarge).  It captures the essence of the struggle Arthur Whitfield has faced in his quest for justice. The accompanying editorial championed the case as well, concluding: ... legislators can make a tangible difference in the life of one man who so … Continue reading Whitfield: Pilot backs special session inclusion →