I've been around the internet for a while and used to co-own a technology site. Even back then, I couldn't figure out a business model for making money on the internet - a legal one, of course. Over the past few days, I've had this conversation with several folks. One pointed me to this article … Continue reading A business model for blogging
Retire in order to serve?
That's the choice that Del. Dickie Bell had to make. "We are pleased to accommodate you and support you as a citizen legislator in the Virginia General Assembly," [Staunton School Board Chairman John] Ocheltree wrote. "We trust, however, that you recognize that your extended absence from your teaching duties creates hardship for the school division … Continue reading Retire in order to serve?
Another day, another McDonald revelation
The Virginian-Pilot had another front page, above-the-fold, article about Norfolk's Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald. This time, it is a hiring and spending freeze ordered by City Manager Regina Williams. The order came as the result of McDonald transferred an employee who accompanied her on trips to Richmond from the city's payroll to the … Continue reading Another day, another McDonald revelation
Wilder calls for Obama-Clinton in 2012
Former governor Doug Wilder is calling for President Barack Obama to drop VP Joe Biden from the ticket in 2012 and replace him with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. In an op-ed written for Politico, Wilder says Biden has been "prone to gaffes" and says that Clinton is "better suited as the political and government … Continue reading Wilder calls for Obama-Clinton in 2012
Pitts: Lead, follow or get out of the way
Leonard Pitts of the Miami Herald has an interesting column on teachers versus teachers unions. In it, he discusses the effect that unions can have on the educational system. Americans seem to be rallying around a demand for education reform. Apparently, we've had enough of students failing schools and schools failing students. We know our … Continue reading Pitts: Lead, follow or get out of the way
Governor to visit Norfolk Aug. 9
Governor Bob McDonnell will hold a series of town hall meetings across the state beginning August 4. Dubbed the "Virginia Speaks" tour, the series will allow citizens to speak directly to the Governor and members of his cabinet and administration. The only Hampton Roads stop is scheduled for Monday, August 9, from 7pm to 8:30pm … Continue reading Governor to visit Norfolk Aug. 9
Friday fun: french fries or onion rings?
You Are French Fries You are friendly and easygoing. People can't help but like you! You are always welcome wherever you go, and people crave you more than they'd like to admit. You are extremely fun loving. You try not to think about responsibilities whenever possible. You are rich in personality and spirit. You have … Continue reading Friday fun: french fries or onion rings?
Cuccinelli to donate tainted campaign funds
It's about time. Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has finally decided to divest himself of the campaign donations he received from Bobby Thompson, the director of the U.S. Navy Veterans Association. The organization and its director have come under scrutiny in numerous states. According to the article, six states plus Virginia have launched investigations and Thompson … Continue reading Cuccinelli to donate tainted campaign funds
The classroom as prime real estate
Loved the headline, above, which was on my latest op-ed in Wednesday's paper. Readers of this blog may recognize some of the content as having been from this earlier blog post. It was this Wall Street Journal article that prompted me to dust it off and update it for the op-ed. The stats I used … Continue reading The classroom as prime real estate
Nation’s oldest surviving school for blacks?
It seems an English professor at the College of William & Mary thinks he has located the building which housed an 18th-century school for black children, both free blacks and those who were slaves. The find would be remarkable not only for its historical significance, but for its location in the political and ideological epicenter … Continue reading Nation’s oldest surviving school for blacks?
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