Terry McAuliffe announces that he will announce his candidacy on Wednesday. Was there any doubt? The campaign also released a schedule of townhall meetings and events to be held around the state as a campaign kick off. The events begin Wednesday, January 7 and are scripted thru January 15.
Category: Virginia
Connolly open house reception
You are cordially invited to an open house reception following the swearing-in of Gerry Connolly Congressman from Virginia's 11th District Tuesday, January 6, 2009 2 PM - 6 PM Cannon Office Building - Room 327 Light Refreshments will be Served To RSVP, please email Donald at info@gerryconnolly.com.
Petition for OTR
Almost every Saturday, I have posted the topics and guests for On The Record, hosted by Joel Rubin. Unfortunately, last Sunday's show was the last. A group of concerned citizens has started a petition which acknowledges that WVEC is unlikely to change its mind on this but wants "other media outlets in the region" to … Continue reading Petition for OTR
Wilder enters the blogosphere
Yep, you read that right. Former governor and most recently, Richmond mayor, L. Douglas Wilder has entered the blogosphere. His blog is here. He intends to cover local and national politics. The people are always ahead of politicians. Citizens provide the support for the vision and impetus for government – fighting crime, protecting the river, … Continue reading Wilder enters the blogosphere
Sen. John Miller Town Hall meetings
Senator John Miller will hold four town hall metings prior to the start of the General Assembly session, which convenes on January 14th. From the press release: "This session of the General Assembly will be dealing with many difficult issues. In addition to make hard decisions on where to cut the budget, legislators will deal … Continue reading Sen. John Miller Town Hall meetings
Opinion, please: candidates’ donations
Caroline Kennedy is the latest to be called out for failure to contribute to candidates. "It calls into question her commitment to politics and to government." A couple of weeks ago, it was Terry McAuliffe. McAuliffe's lack of donations to Virginia candidates, especially considering his generous giving to federal candidates, could become fodder for his … Continue reading Opinion, please: candidates’ donations
Christmas cards from our electeds
A sampling of the Christmas cards I received (click to enlarge)
Who is Terry McAuliffe?
I was one of several bloggers invited to join Terry McAuliffe for dinner in NoVA Sunday. I wasn't able to make the trip; however, because I knew he was going to be in Hampton Roads Saturday, I asked for a few minutes of his time. As it turns out, those "few minutes" turned into nearly … Continue reading Who is Terry McAuliffe?
OTR 12/21: McAuliffe, Koch
This Sunday's On the Record, the next to last show of the series, will feature a conversation with potential Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe. In the other segment, Host Joel Rubin will be joined by former ODU president, economist Jim Koch. They will discuss the auto bailout and other fiscal issues. The show will air … Continue reading OTR 12/21: McAuliffe, Koch
What Matters TV: Year end roundup
The monthly editorial roundtable featuring the Virginian Pilot's Don Luzzatto, the Daily Press' Kimball Payne, Brian Kirwin from Bearing Drift, and yours truly will air Friday evening at 8:30pm and will re-run at 10:30pm on WHRO channel 15. For those who miss it, or for those who are outside of the viewing area, you can … Continue reading What Matters TV: Year end roundup
