Category: Virginia

Farlow opponent set in the 96th

According to Bearing Drift, the opponent for Democratic candidate Troy Farlow in the 96th house district will be Republican Brenda Pogge. Like the earlier race between Faisal Gill and Julie Lucas in the 51st, this selection is not without controversy: Sheila Noll, one of the other candidates in the three-way race is contesting the results. … Continue reading Farlow opponent set in the 96th →

OTR 6/10/07: Joannou v Light Debate

This week's On the Record with host Joel Rubin features a debate between Democratic incumbent in the 79th Johnny Joannou and challenger Henry Light. This is the last opportunity for voters to see the two candidates before Tuesday's primary. Since there is no Republican opponent, the winner will represent the district. Also, local activists organizing … Continue reading OTR 6/10/07: Joannou v Light Debate →

HPV adverse reactions

Back in February, I expressed my concern about the mandating of the HPV, which passed the General Assembly last session. Today I was made aware of information on Judicial Watch regarding adverse reactions to the vaccine. As of May 11, 2007, the 1,637 adverse vaccination reactions reported to the FDA via the Vaccine Adverse Event … Continue reading HPV adverse reactions →

DBC event June 16th

The Democratic Black Caucus of Virginia announces its Annual Juneteenth Celebration with featured speaker Dr. Sheila Johnson Co - Founder, Black Entertainment Television C.E.O, Salamander Hospitality on June 16, 2007 Reception ~ 5:00 PM Dinner ~ 6:00 PM at Crowne Plaza Williamsburg at Fort Magruder 6945 Pocahontas Trail Williamsburg, Virginia theme: "Jamestown - 400 Years: … Continue reading DBC event June 16th →

Opinion, please: campaign loans

What do you think it says about a candidate who loans substantial amounts of money to his or her own campaign? One argument is that it shows the willingness of the candidate to invest in himself/herself. Another argument is that it is indicative of a lack of support. Is self-financing a good thing or a … Continue reading Opinion, please: campaign loans →

Quayle v Ramsey in the 13th

The 13th Senate district is seeing primary contests on both sides of the aisle, albeit low profile ones. On the Republican side, incumbent Fred Quayle is being challenged for the second straight time by Richard Ramsey. The race was the topic of a Virginian Pilot article today. This is another David versus Goliath battle, with … Continue reading Quayle v Ramsey in the 13th →

Deadline: VBDC JJ Dinner

Today, June 6, is the deadline for mailing your check if you plan to attend the Virginia Beach Democratic Committee's Jefferson Jackson Dinner. The event will feature former governor Mark Warner as the keynote speaker. What: VBDC JJ Dinner When: Wednesday, June 13, 2007, 7:00pm (general reception with cash bar starts at 6:30pm) Where: Wyndham … Continue reading Deadline: VBDC JJ Dinner →

Heretick v Bouchard in the 13th

Flying pretty much under the radar has been the race for the Democratic nomination in the 13th Senate district. Heck, even the State Board of Elections doesn't realize that there are two guys with the last name of Bouchard who are candidates! As of this writing, David Bouchard is not listed as a candidate and, … Continue reading Heretick v Bouchard in the 13th →

Dueling op eds: Joannou v Light

In the other pair of op eds in today's Virginian Pilot, incumbent Democratic Delegate Johnny Joannou and challenger Henry Light square off. Joannou attempts to answer the original question as to why he is a Democrat: I believe that government should be responsible to the people and that their tax dollars should be spent wisely. … Continue reading Dueling op eds: Joannou v Light →