Category: Virginia

Isn’t it ironic?

Governor Tim Kaine was in Virginia Beach Monday to announce his push for a statewide smoking ban. The funny thing? Flanked by lawmakers who said they will sponsor smoking-ban bills this year, Kaine made the announcement at Hot Tuna Bar & Grill, a smoke-free restaurant on Shore Drive. Yep. He was in a restaurant that … Continue reading Isn’t it ironic? →

OTR 01/06: Scott, Hamilton

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion about national politics with Congressman Bobby Scott. Among the topics to be covered is the presidential race, the war in Iraq, and the prison population. In the other segment, host Joel Rubin will be joined by Newport News Del. Phil Hamilton, who chairs the House Health … Continue reading OTR 01/06: Scott, Hamilton →

Moran forms PAC for 2009 gubernatorial

House Democratic Caucus chairman Brian Moran will establish a new PAC Friday, according to this AP story. Moran will not officially announce his run for governor until after the General Assembly session is over. So it seems were headed for an expensive primary, one I had hoped could be avoided. The Republicans are already gleefully … Continue reading Moran forms PAC for 2009 gubernatorial →

Election eve podcast

I was one of three guests last night on Johnny Camacho's podcast. Our primary conversation was about the 2008 elections and tonight's Iowa caucuses, in particular. We also chatted a bit about the 2009 gubernatorial race. Here's a direct link to the podcast. Check it out 😉

Giving up on Richardson, I’m supporting…

Last August, I wrote the post below, after the Logo Democratic Debate. But because of all of the local races we had, I felt it was more important that I focus on those and not what was happening nationally. With the Iowa caucuses tomorrow, now is the time. The "question" did it for me. But … Continue reading Giving up on Richardson, I’m supporting… →

Headlights (and tail lights)

Driving to NoVA yesterday in the sometimes pouring rain, I was struck by how many cars did not have their headlights on. I understood it was the law that headlights were required (even though I've had no luck in tracking down the legislation). Note this information from the DMV (emphasis mine): Virginia law requires motorists … Continue reading Headlights (and tail lights) →

Photosynthesis at Richmond Sunlight

Waldo has put together a personalized bill tracking system for Richmond Sunlight called Photosynthesis. I just went over and put in all of the bills I mentioned in my legislative agenda series. You can see my list here. Way cool, Waldo. Way cool 😉 Oh - and you can follow your bills in your favorite … Continue reading Photosynthesis at Richmond Sunlight →

Sunday trip to NoVA

One of my oldest and dearest friends lives in Clifton. So we decided that I would visit sometime between Christmas and New Years. When the invitation came for Brian Moran's reception, I asked if Sunday would work and whether it was OK for me to stop in Alexandria first. She readily agreed. So up the … Continue reading Sunday trip to NoVA →

More on HU cancer center

From the comments in this post, by Chester Lewis, II: This week the New York Times addressed the miracle of proton therapy in savings lives. The national story also quoted Dr. William Harvey, president of Hampton University, who should develop the sixth such facility in America. This is great for Virginia, but especially for the … Continue reading More on HU cancer center →