Signer responds

From the Signer for LG campaign: MIKE SIGNER CAMPAIGN DELIGHTED TO FORCE DISCUSSION OF DISENFRANCHISEMENT TO CENTER STAGE IN LT. GOV. RACE Arlington VA – The Mike Signer campaign is glad to see a discussion about a real issue of social justice from the Wagner campaign, rather than the recitation of political endorsements and campaign … Continue reading Signer responds →

Black Caucus criticizes Signer

A press release from the Wagner for LG campaign: BLACK CAUCUS MEMBERS CRITICIZE SIGNER RESTORATION STANCE WAGNER PROPOSAL PRAISED BY DEL. ALEXANDER; SEN. LUCAS Today, members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus expressed profound disappointment with Lt. Governor candidate Mike Signer's proposal of a mandatory waiting period for the restoration of voting rights. The statements … Continue reading Black Caucus criticizes Signer →

A race is cooking in the 90th

Or that is the impression one could get by looking at what's been going on recently. Incumbent delegate Algie Howell is having a campaign kickoff this Sunday. The event is being hosted by Randy Wright and the special guest is gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe. Howell faces a challenge for the nomination from Lionell Spruill, Jr., … Continue reading A race is cooking in the 90th →

VEA gubernatorial forum

I attended the VEA forum in Hampton last night. The event was the first of the season to feature all four candidates for governor, although not at the same time. Republican candidate Bob McDonnell appeared first and alone, while the three Democratic candidates - Creigh Deeds, Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran - appeared together. Additional … Continue reading VEA gubernatorial forum →

Photos from VEA debate

I'll try to get some video up tomorrow, along with my take on the debate. For now, here are a few photos. (Click to enlarge)

Netroots gubernatorial debate 4/29 questions thread

Hosted by Not Larry Sabato, The Huffington Post, Fire Dog Lake and the Collegiate Times, the gubernatorial debate featuring Creigh Deeds, Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran will take place at Virginia Tech next Wednesday, April 29 at 7:30pm. Every question to be asked of the candidates will come through the new media. You can submit … Continue reading Netroots gubernatorial debate 4/29 questions thread →

30-day notice

It's that time again 😉 Preparations for my 4th Annual Memorial Day Bash are underway. The event will be held Saturday, May 23rd from 2pm to 5pm at my home. More details will be forthcoming.

American Idol results 04/22/09: two go home

Disco week, thankfully, came to an end Wednesday night with two people being voted off American Idol. The show opened with a dance number, choreographed by judge Paula Abdul, featuring the seven remaining contestants. The dancing was OK, the lip synching less so. I would have preferred a real singing number over the dancing - … Continue reading American Idol results 04/22/09: two go home →

Norfolk Forum: Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski

I attended the Norfolk Forum last night to hear the last of this season's speakers, Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, co-hosts of of the MSNBC show Morning Joe. I don't have much to add to the comments by David Campbell here. I've never seen the show but I certainly didn't expect the schtick that substituted … Continue reading Norfolk Forum: Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski →

American Idol 04/21/09: Disco

The theme of Tuesday night's show was disco, although little real disco was on display. In fact, I suspect the two people whose performances were closest to disco - Lil and Matt - are going home Wednesday. Despite her having lost her voice, I dont think that was Lil's problem last night. I think her … Continue reading American Idol 04/21/09: Disco →