I don't think it's going to happen - for a long list of reasons - but Clarence Jones makes a compelling case: You don't have to be a rocket scientist nor have a PhD in political science and sociology to see clearly that Obama has abandoned much of the base that elected him. He has … Continue reading The answer is blowin’ in the wind
Opinion, please: publicly funded journalism
I ran across a very interesting article on this possibility a few days ago. The author, John-Henry Doucette, formerly worked at The Virginian-Pilot and provides an argument that it is time for publicly funded newspapers journalism. He concludes: If we don’t consider various ways to protect public-interest news gathering in the U.S., including public subsidies, … Continue reading Opinion, please: publicly funded journalism
Friday fun: a two-fer
Two fun quizzes today. First for the political junkies - can you name these political terms? I named them all with about two minutes to spare 😉 And getting into the Christmas spirit: You Are an Angel A truly giving soul, you understand the spirit of Christmas. Aww 😳 What Christmas ornament are you?
Reminder: Redistricting hearing tonight
Just a quick reminder that the redistricting subcommittee of the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee will be holding a public hearing tonight. The meeting is at 7pm at the The Forum, Building A, Tidewater Community College (120 Campus Drive, Portsmouth, VA). If you cannot attend the hearing, your comments are still welcome. Send written comments … Continue reading Reminder: Redistricting hearing tonight
A long but productive day
I spent the day in Richmond for the pre-legislative session of the Women's Roundtable. It was good to see so many from around the state who came together to listen to an impressive list of speakers and their planned legislative agendas for the upcoming session, including a couple of members of the Governor's cabinet. We … Continue reading A long but productive day
Anonymity on the internet
An interesting article in The New York Times urges an end to anonymous commenting. Instead of waiting around for human nature to change, let’s start to rein in bad behavior by promoting accountability. Content providers, stop allowing anonymous comments. Moderate your comments and forums. Look into using comment services to improve the quality of engagement … Continue reading Anonymity on the internet
HRC Norfolk rally for DADT repeal
The Human Rights Campaign is holding a rally to support "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal in Norfolk this Wednesday, December 1, at 10:00am at the Five Points Community Farm Market, 2500 Church Street. The full information, including the information if you cannot attend, is below the fold. THE PUSH IS ON!! Please join the Human … Continue reading HRC Norfolk rally for DADT repeal
OK in 1993, but not in 2010
The health insurance mandate, that is. And a few other things in the health care bill passed this year. The 1993 bill proposed by Republicans contained many of the same provisions, so what has changed? “The main thing that’s changed is the definition of a Republican,” according to then-Sen. Dave Durenberger, R-Minn, a co-sponsor of … Continue reading OK in 1993, but not in 2010
Rep. Scott’s mother passes, funeral Monday
Mae Hamlin Scott, the mother of 3rd Congressional District Rep. Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, and the mother-in-law of Newport News Mayor McKinley Price, died yesterday. It was at her home that Rep. Scott hosted his annual Labor Day event. Visitation will be from 3-4 p.m. on Sunday at O.H. Smith Funeral Home. Services will be … Continue reading Rep. Scott’s mother passes, funeral Monday
Friday fun: VA Politics edition
Think you know Virginia politics? Take this quiz and report your results. I got 60 of 71 right, but it took a whole lot of head-scratching to come up with the answers. (And no, I didn't cheat.) Blame Trent Armitage for today's quiz: he tweeted it last night 😉
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