I'll be joining Jim Hoeft of Bearing Drift in a podcast tonight in which we will be interviewing Delegates Terrie Suit (R-81) and Sal Iaquinto (R-84). Our topic of discussion will be the upcoming General Assembly session. Perhaps we can interview two Democratic delegates for the next podcast 😉 UPDATE: The podcast is now available. … Continue reading Podcast tonight with BD
Category: Virginia
Get over it? Yeah, right
Statute of Confederate Soldier Erected in Norfolk Lee Hart climbs a ladder to position a granite confederate soldier to the base of a monment in Elmwood Cemetery off Princess Anne Road this morning as members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Pickett-Buchanan Chapter 21, were on hand to watch the installation. PHOTO BY BILL … Continue reading Get over it? Yeah, right
Virginia to apologize for role in slavery
According to this AP story, legislation was introduced today in which Virginia will apologize for its role in slavery. The joint resolution urges that Virginia "acknowledges and atones for its pivotal role in slavery" and work to reconcile "centuries of brutal dehumanization and injustices." [...] The effort comes amid preparations to commemorate the 400th anniversary … Continue reading Virginia to apologize for role in slavery
Redistricting: Moran reintroduces bi-partisan solution
I have been working on a series regarding redistricting, which I hope to get posted soon. In the meantime, the landscape changed a bit today with the reintroduction of a bi-partisan solution to the problem by House Democratic Caucus Chair Brian Moran. The legislation, originally co-sponsored by then delegate, now House Speaker, William J. Howell … Continue reading Redistricting: Moran reintroduces bi-partisan solution
Lack of communication
One of my pet peeves is the lack of communication that exists seemingly everywhere. What good is our democracy if only a few are allowed to participate? Two stories in Sunday's Virginian-Pilot point out the glaring lack of sharing of information. The first one, Open & Shut, appeared on the front page above the fold, … Continue reading Lack of communication
Words to live by
Once again, one of my favorite columnists in the Virginian-Pilot comes thru with a great column. Saturday's Issues of Faith by Betsy Wright Rhodes is not a list of New Year's resolutions. Instead, she provides us a list of things words to live by. No doubt some of these belong on my favorite quotes page. … Continue reading Words to live by
The Jaded JD revealed
In a post today, the revered moniker of The Jaded JD reveals himself.
Waldo is right
Like many others, I follow the postings of the Virginia political blogosphere via Waldo Jaquith's creation, Virginia Political Blogs. It is a great way to keep up with the happenings without having to go to each of the 100+ blogs, many of which I wouldn't read, anyway. The aggregator has served its purpose quite well, … Continue reading Waldo is right
More on Joannou challenger comes to light
As I mentioned earlier, Delegate Johnny Joannou (D-79th) is facing a primary challenger in 2007. Sean has more information on Henry Light, who has now filed. Joannou, who began his second stint in the House of Delegates in 1998 (previously served 1976-1983), served in the Senate (1984-1991) before being ousted by Fred Quayle, who himself … Continue reading More on Joannou challenger comes to light
Welch R-21st supports gas tax hike for roads
Delegate John Welch III said Thursday that he supports a 10-cents per gallon increase in the gas tax to pay for transportation. Welch, a Republican from Virginia Beach, has been an ardent opponent of any tax increases. According to the Virginian-Pilot, his change of heart took place on Election Day. "I worked the polls for … Continue reading Welch R-21st supports gas tax hike for roads
