Category: Virginia

Two debates on a Friday

Yes, it was October 15th and the tax filing deadline. But those who arrange debates don't ask me before setting the date so I worked like crazy in order to be able to attend the two debates held last Friday. First up was the Central Business District Association debate for the 2nd Congressional District. I … Continue reading Two debates on a Friday →

The 6th name

The sixth person who received the email from RPVB chair David Bartholomew was Kenny Golden, the independent candidate in the 2nd CD and the immediate past chair of the RPVB. Golden's email address was deliberately removed from the copy of the email that was sent around yesterday. This raises two possibilities in my mind: The … Continue reading The 6th name →

Opinion, please: go to prison, lose pension

Consider this: A former city police detective who is serving two years in prison for his role in a marriage fraud ring could soon receive a retirement benefit funded by taxpayers. [...] If a city or agency certifies that an employee has committed malfeasance in office before he or she retires, the employee can lose … Continue reading Opinion, please: go to prison, lose pension →

3rd CD debate tonight

Just a quick reminder that the League of Women Voters, in conjunction with WHRO, are hosting a 3rd Congressional District candidates’ debate this evening.  All four candidates - Democratic incumbent Bobby Scott, Republican Chuck Smith, Libertarian James Quigley and Independent John Kelly - are expected to attend. Details: Location: Hampton City Council Chambers, 22 Lincoln … Continue reading 3rd CD debate tonight →

Forbes won’t debate

The Virginian-Pilot reports this morning that Republican incumbent, Randy Forbes, will not participate in a debate against his Democratic challenger,  Dr. Wynne LeGrow. Across the state, the local League of Women Voters have been arranging debates in each of the Congressional districts.  Locally, the Williamsburg League sponsored yesterday's debate in the 1st (even though this … Continue reading Forbes won’t debate →

Campaign rubbernecking

My latest column, title above,  appeared in The Virginian-Pilot today. One of the things referenced in the piece is the 1890 Harvard Law Review article by Samuel Warren and Louis Brandeis, which you can read here. The concept of a right to privacy is one many of us take for granted - except when it … Continue reading Campaign rubbernecking →

Warner weighs in on Cranwell’s announcement

Sen. Mark Warner has weighed in on the retirement announcement of DPVA chair Dick Cranwell. His last sentence is quite interesting: Dick Cranwell has been a tremendous chairman over the past five years and a remarkable public servant for nearly 40 years.  When he accepted the role of Party chair in 2005, he believed he … Continue reading Warner weighs in on Cranwell’s announcement →

Cranwell to step down as DPVA chair

C. Richard Cranwell, the chairman of the Democratic Party of Virginia, announced today that he is stepping down. As you may know, I have been involved with politics in Virginia for the last 39 years. I have seen our party at its low and high points. I have had the privilege of serving in both … Continue reading Cranwell to step down as DPVA chair →

Reminder: voter registration deadline 10/12

Just a quick reminder that if you aren't registered to vote, or if you have moved since last voting, Tuesday, October 12 at 5pm is the deadline to register to vote in the November 2 elections. Note that if you will be 18 by November 2, you can register as well. More information on registering … Continue reading Reminder: voter registration deadline 10/12 →