I just got a phone call from Susie Garner, who is running for the House of Delegates in the 5th district. No doubt I got the call because Susie, like me, is a CPA. A quick check around the blogsphere reveals a couple a of posts on her announcement back in February here and here. … Continue reading Susie Garner for Delegate
Category: Virginia
Marty Williams hits back
For whatever reason, I got a press release a couple of days ago from the Marty Williams (Senate 01) campaign. It seems that he has challenged his primary opponent, Tricia Stall, to a televised debate. Now, it's enough for me to follow the Southside Hampton Roads races that I haven't had time to pay attention … Continue reading Marty Williams hits back
How to befriend a blogger
Here's an interesting article that all of the electeds should read. Some folks (cough, cough -Webb- cough, cough) should pay close attention to item #7.
VA Democratic Women to meet 5/19
There will be a meeting of the Women's Caucus of the State Democratic Party following the meeting of the State Central Committee in Virginia Beach on May 19. All interested may attend.
John Edwards’ VA endorsements
Another day, another list of endorsements. This time, it's for John Edwards. Courtesy of Raising Kaine: The Virginia Democrats endorsing Edwards for president are: Members of the Virginia General Assembly Democratic Leader of the Virginia House of Delegates Ward Armstrong Delegate Bill Barlow Delegate Chuck Caputo Delegate Bud Phillips Delegate Jim Shuler Delegate Vivian Watts … Continue reading John Edwards’ VA endorsements
DPVA event in Hampton Roads
Please Join The Democratic Party of Virginia For A Cocktail Reception With Democratic General Assembly Candidates, The Virginia Democratic Leadership (including DPVA Chairman Richard Cranwell), & Special Guest Delegate Ward Armstrong, Newly Elected House Minority Leader. The Cavalier – Oceanfront Orion’s – 11th Floor 4201 Atlantic Ave. Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 May 18, 2007 8:30-10:00 … Continue reading DPVA event in Hampton Roads
McEachin needs our help
Donald McEachin is challenging Benny Lambert for the Democratic nomination for state senate in the 9th district. The primary election is fast approaching - June 12, to be exact. No, I don't live in the 9th. But I believe that we should support candidates outside of our region that represent our views. McEachin is such … Continue reading McEachin needs our help
Goldberg: “The Will of the Uninformed”
The Virginian Pilot reprinted an article today written by Jonah Goldberg about politics and polls. Personally, I think the original headline is much better than the one the Pilot used. Nevertheless, it is the message that is most important: ...this is a column about how confused and at times idiotic the United States is about … Continue reading Goldberg: “The Will of the Uninformed”
The numbers are in
According to The Richmond Times-Dispatch, Virginia Democrats now know how many delegates we will have at the national convention in 2008. The Democratic Party of Virginia will send 103 delegates and 14 alternates to the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver on Aug. 25-28. The delegates will be allocated on the basis of the results … Continue reading The numbers are in
Two announce for Rapp’s seat
According to the Daily Press, two Republican candidates have announced their intentions to seek the seat being vacated by retiring delegate Melanie Rapp. York County Supervisor Sheila Noll and longtime GOP activist Brenda Pogge announced their candidacies Tuesday. The two, both of whom tout their conservative credentials, will square off in June. The article indicates … Continue reading Two announce for Rapp’s seat
