So says this article from Friday's Daily Press. The governor will enter his final year in office with a renewed stress on the environment. Back-to-back events Thursday on Capitol Square offered a glimpse at the issues, and how he intends to address them. First, Kaine announced an incentive program aimed at major Virginia military installations, … Continue reading Kaine’s 2009 agenda is the environment
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One more: From the Moran campaign
Seems there's an awful lot of activity coming out of the campaigns today 🙂 Anyway, gubernatorial candidate Brian Moran announced a series of endorsements from the Martinsville area. Moran received the support of Delegate Ward L. Armstrong, House Minority Leader, Sheriff Steven Draper, President of the Virginia Sheriffs' Association, and Martinsville Democratic Committee Chair Lorene … Continue reading One more: From the Moran campaign
From the Bowerbank campaign
LG candidate Jon Bowerbank managed to get tax relief for residents of Russell County. Personal property tax payments have been delayed 30 days, from December 11, 2008 to January 11, 2009. The press release is below the fold. Cedar Bluff, VA - In an effort to provide relief to taxpayers during this rough economic period … Continue reading From the Bowerbank campaign
From the Wagner for LG campaign
A couple of things from Jody Wagner's campaign. First, the campaign announced some endorsements from Northern Virginia elected officials. Public officials endorsing Wagner today include: Sharon Bulova, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Braddock District Tom Clinton, Commissioner of Revenue, Falls Church Kerry Donley, Former Mayor, Alexandria Paul Ebert, Commissioner of Revenue, Manassas Barbara Favola, … Continue reading From the Wagner for LG campaign
“The People’s Inauguration”
A Fairfax County businessman, Earl W. Stafford, is planning a 3-day inauguration event for those who would otherwise not be able to attend. "Our objective is to bring in a cross-section of society -- those who are distressed, those who are terminally ill, those who are socially and economically disadvantaged, those veterans who are wounded … Continue reading “The People’s Inauguration”
Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel
This last election saw a clarification of the 40-foot rule prohibiting campaign activities. Now we have a bill pre-filed by Del. Jim Shuler (D-12th) which will specifically allow voters to wear campaign apparel. The bill adds section K to §24.2-604: K. The provisions of subsections A and D shall not be construed to prohibit a … Continue reading Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel
OTR 11/23: The economy and the VA budget
This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion about the effects of the economy on the Virginia budget. Joining host Joel Rubin will be Norfolk Del. Kenny Alexander and Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton. Also on the show will be LG candidate Jody Wagner, who served as Secretary of Finance. Catch OTR at noon … Continue reading OTR 11/23: The economy and the VA budget
RK to close December 31
According to this post, RK, formerly Raising Kaine, will be closing its doors on December 31. The work that RK has done over the years cannot be discounted. But I understand the desire - and the need - to move on.
Who is John Fishwick?
While I posted his announcement video as well as his statement on early voting, that was about the extent of my knowledge of John Fishwick, Democratic candidate for attorney general. I suspect I'm not alone, so I emailed the campaign and asked for an interview, which we scheduled for Tuesday. As it turns out, Fishwick … Continue reading Who is John Fishwick?
Women’s Legislative Roundtable Dec 3
The Women's Legislative Roundtable will hold its pre-session meeting on Wednesday, December 3. The morning session, which is free, will be from 9:30am to noon in House Room 1 of the old section of the Capitol Building. Beginning at 12:15pm will be the luncheon meeting in Senate Room 3 in the new underground section of … Continue reading Women’s Legislative Roundtable Dec 3
