Why Rigell won

Scott Rigell won election to Congress with more than 53% of the vote in a three-way race. He became the Republican nominee after winning a six-way primary in June with less than 40% of the vote. Despite early objections to his campaign by members of both the Republican Party and the Tea Party, his win … Continue reading Why Rigell won →

It’s not really a spectator sport

Politics, that is. The above is the title of my latest column, which appeared in Thursday's Virginian-Pilot.  For those who are not familiar, the stats I cited can be found on the State Board of Elections website. Exit poll interpretations are all over the web, but the data can be found here.

Why Nye lost

Since Saturday, September 4, I've had this post sitting in my drafts.  I've cleaned it up a bit and added a little bit of new information but the substance from two months ago remains. No, I'm not clairvoyant, but it was clear to me - from all that I had observed around the district - … Continue reading Why Nye lost →

Another election, another flier

The election in Norfolk's Ward 7 took on a different tone yesterday when the winning candidate, Angelia Williams, distributed a sample ballot which contained the picture of her alongside Congressman Bobby Scott.  Poll workers were overheard telling voters that Scott, who was also up for re-election, had endorsed Williams.  I was told by others that … Continue reading Another election, another flier →

Winners in VA Congressional races

The polls have closed and the votes (mostly) counted. My congratulations to the winners: 01 - Rep. Rob Wittman 02 - Rep.-elect Scott Rigell 03 - Rep. Bobby Scott 04 - Rep. Randy Forbes 05 - Rep.-elect Robert Hurt 06 - Rep. Bob Goodlatte 07 - Rep. Eric Cantor 08 - Rep. Jim Moran 09 … Continue reading Winners in VA Congressional races →

Sunday pre-election rally

A small but enthusiastic crowd gathered in Hampton Sunday afternoon for a rally. As previously mentioned, DNC chair Tim Kaine was supposed to be there but was called away by the President. Speaking at the rally was 3rd district Congressman Bobby Scott. Also speaking at the rally was 2nd district Congressman Glenn Nye

Rep. Bobby Scott

I interviewed Rep. Bobby Scott several weeks ago but have had some difficulty getting the video converted. Although not perfect, you can get the gist of our interview.

Kaine’s message to Hampton Roads

DNC chair, former VA Governor Tim Kaine, was scheduled to be in Hampton Roads Sunday for a rally with Congressmen Bobby Scott and Glenn Nye and supporters. He was unable to make it but recorded this video, which was shown at the event. Hopefully, I'll have time later today to get up some more info … Continue reading Kaine’s message to Hampton Roads →

Monday morning quarterback 11/01/10

I didn't get a chance to watch much of the Redskins debacle yesterday. (Skins lost twice in two years to the Lions? Really?) From the reports, it seems that the big thing was the benching of Donovan McNabb. His replacement, Rex Grossman, promptly fumbled on his first play. Um, really, Kyle Shanahan? Look, I'm no … Continue reading Monday morning quarterback 11/01/10 →