The Washington Post has an extensive article on the relationship between Star Scientific and current governor Bob McDonnell. Almost as a sidebar, the Post has an article on the same company and its relationship to AG/gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli. Both articles were reprinted in today's Virginian-Pilot. The Cuccinelli article points out that he failed - … Continue reading Cuccinelli and Star Scientific
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Thursday. The cartoon that accompanied the column couldn't have been more perfect: marriage equality is coming, whether the Supremes like it or not. Maureen Dowd's column, printed in today's paper in the same middle space of the page, calls out the court for its reluctance to … Continue reading A rapid and welcome shift in perceptions
A project that was supposed to bring better internet to the residents of Nelson County is out of funds. The funds were obtained through a Federal grant to provide "middle-mile" construction. The final portion of the construction that will connect to the new internet line costs in excess of $1,000. These fees may be shocking … Continue reading Broadband project in Nelson County out of money
Just a few articles you may have missed: Port Authority decision tomorrow. The Virginia Port Authority will decide Tuesday on who will run the port. This is big - and has huge implications for Hampton Roads as well as the entire commonwealth. Cuccinelli opines on transportation and Medicaid. Attorney General/gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli offered his … Continue reading Quick hits 03/25/13
Fred Hudson, longtime chair of the 5th Congressional District, has decided to step down from that post, effective last month. Hudson has duties with the DNC and wanted to make sure that the 5th District Committee was getting the attention it needs. In addition, two other longtime members will be stepping down as of the … Continue reading 5th CD: Hudson, two other longtime members step down
Several items to report about Cumberland County. The Supervisor from Election District 5 is being asked to answer questions about a Federal tax debt that he owes. Parker Wheeler, who previously had been a member of the Zoning Commission, was urged by some citizens to resign. The lien was discovered in Prince Edward County. Wheeler … Continue reading Cumberland Bits and Pieces
I've attended the Shad Planking for a number of years now. With the announcement that Ken Cuccinelli will speak but Terry McAuliffe will not, I'm not sure whether I'll make the trip. Part of the reason I've attended in the past is to reconnect with some of my friends on the right that I rarely … Continue reading Shad Planking: to go or not
Last night, I participated in a live political talk show as the season finale of the Virginia Beach Forum. Our part of the program followed a presentation by Larry Sabato, who joined conservative author Kate Obenshain, Richmond Times Dispatch columnist Jeff Schapiro, Virginian-PIlot columnist Kerry Dougherty, radio show host Tony Macrini and myself the panel … Continue reading Quick report: Virginia Beach Forum
Steve Shannon learned it the hard way: you really have to do your homework when running for office. An article in today's Virginian-Pilot should serve as a wakeup call to Terry McAuliffe as well as other candidates out there. Knowing what the job you're trying to obtain entails is a requirement. And if you don't, … Continue reading Do your homework
To the surprise of, well, no one, LG Bill Bolling announced today that he will not pursue an independent bid for governor. Bolling cited three reasons for not running, with money leading the list. Based on my discussions with key donors over the past three weeks, I was confident I could raise enough money to … Continue reading Bolling out
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