The Democratic Party of Virginia has certified six candidates for the February 12, 2008 presidential primary. Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, John Edwards, Dennis Kucinich, Barack Obama, and Bill Richardson all turned in enough signatures to the Virginia State Board of Elections to qualify to run in the Commonwealth. Chris Dodd did not file with the … Continue reading VA Dems certify 6
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My legislative agenda: real estate tax relief
I mentioned in an earlier post that I was going to roll out my legislative agenda. This is the third in the series. No one doubts that the rapid increases in real estate assessments that we have experienced over the last few years has come to an end. Nevertheless, the need for real estate tax … Continue reading My legislative agenda: real estate tax relief
My legislative agenda: Payday lending
I mentioned in an earlier post that I was going to roll out my legislative agenda. This is the second in the series. Payday lending is another issue that has been the topic of discussion throughout the country. The following video could have just as easily been made in Virginia. From a Virginian Pilot editorial: … Continue reading My legislative agenda: Payday lending
Governor’s presentation to the money committees
Today, Governor Tim Kaine presented his budget to the Joint Money Committees of the General Assembly, eight members of which will not be in the General Assembly when it convenes in January. In his presentation, the Governor emphasized his budget priorities and how the now-projected $618.3 million shortfall will be addressed. Continuing the process of … Continue reading Governor’s presentation to the money committees
My legislative agenda: redistricting
I mentioned in an earlier post that I was going to roll out my legislative agenda. This is the first in the series. It is no secret that I am in favor of a change to the process by which the lines are drawn for the voter pool for candidates. (Type redistricting in the search … Continue reading My legislative agenda: redistricting
Ohio voting machines have flaws
The New York Times says that a report commissioned by the State of Ohio shows that all of the voting systems used in the state "have critical flaws that could undermine the integrity of the 2008 general election." At polling stations, teams working on the study were able to pick locks to access memory cards … Continue reading Ohio voting machines have flaws
John Miller holds townhall meetings
Senator-elect John Miller will hold a series of Town Hall meetings across the 1st Senate District to find out how constituents feel about issues facing the General Assembly. "This session of the General Assembly will be dealing with many issues including transportation, immigration, funding pre-k initiatives and banning smoking in restaurants. I want to give … Continue reading John Miller holds townhall meetings
Quick hits
OK, so this turned out to be a little longer than I thought 😉 A few thoughts on stuff that aren't worth individual posts. Details are below the fold. Can you hear me now? Steriods in baseball? Say it ain't so! Sunrise, sunset Legislative agenda Picking sides Can you hear me now? Norfolk held two … Continue reading Quick hits
Deeds conference call
I participated in a conference call with 2009 gubernatorial candidate and current VA Senator Creigh Deeds a bit ago. Deeds started with a brief statement, saying that he has been thinking of running for governor for close to 50 years and seriously for the last two years. His campaign will be about quality of life … Continue reading Deeds conference call
Kaine on higher ed; Moran joins in
Governor Tim Kaine today announced a proposed investment in higher education of $1.65 billion. This investment will take the form of a bond package. “The proposed bond package supports innovative research, providing facilities across Virginia for researchers to develop new, cutting-edge technologies and turn them into commercial assets,” Governor Kaine said. “Our colleges and universities … Continue reading Kaine on higher ed; Moran joins in
