Beginning in 2004, Norfolk acquired small vacant lots throughout the city. A total of 457 such lots - narrow and odd-shaped ones too small for building on - were seized and they now represent about 25% of the property that the city owns. According to an article in Sunday's Virginian Pilot, the property was put … Continue reading A GEM or an albatross?
Introducing “The Farm Team”
Twenty three women gathered at the home of former Attorney General Mary Sue Terry in late September. Out of that meeting came The Farm Team, a statewide organization devoted to indentifying and supporting female Democrats for office. The Hampton Roads region will hold its first meeting on Wednesday, November 12, at 6pm at Friendly's in … Continue reading Introducing “The Farm Team”
The Pulpit Speaks: October 29, 1960 (Redux)
Two years ago - almost to the day - I posted my father's article with the above date. While I still have other articles of his left to post, this one is just so appropriate in light of events of this past week. Let me put it in perspective: at this time, my father was … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: October 29, 1960 (Redux)
“With God on Our Side”
I've spent the day catching up - on my email, on my blog readings, on sleep - after what has been a tremendously busy week. It has been interesting to read the perspectives of folks all over. But let me point you to one post in particular: "With God on Our Side, Redux." The title … Continue reading “With God on Our Side”
What Matters TV: Post-election editorial roundtable
In case you missed the airing of What Matters on WHRO Friday evening, you can catch the show online on the website. The cast of characters remains the same: host Cathy Lewis was joined by Virginia Pilot editorial writer Don Luzzatto, Daily Press political reporter Kimball Payne, Bearing Drift’s Brian Kirwin, and yours truly.
OTR 11/09: Nye, Scott
This Sunday's On the Record will feature 2nd district Congressman-elect Glenn Nye, who will discuss the impact of a Barack Obama presidency on international relations and who he thinks should be Secretary of State. Also joining host Joel Rubin will be 3rd district Congressman Bobby Scott. Their conversation will center around the historic election of … Continue reading OTR 11/09: Nye, Scott
Wagner event November 13
Please Join Hosts: Del. Kenny Alexander, Del. Joe Bouchard, Del. Algie Howell, Del. Bobby Mathieson, Del. Paula Miller, Sen. Yvonne Miller, and Sen. Ralph Northam, For a reception with Jody Wagner to benefit her campaign for Lt. Governor of Virginia Thursday, November 13, 2008 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Upper Deck 206 16th St Virginia Beach, … Continue reading Wagner event November 13
Upcoming special elections
With Virginia's never-ending election cycle, next on tap are some special elections. January 6 is the date of the special election to fill the seat in the 81st House of Delegates district, made vacant by the resignation of Terrie Suit. The Virginian Pilot today reports that one of the candidates who previously expressed interest, Chesapeake … Continue reading Upcoming special elections
Who to contact for inaugural tickets
Well, it ain't me 😦 I've had a few comments on this blog over the last few days (as well as emails thru my Contact Me page) regarding tickets for the Obama inauguration. Folks, I don't have an inside track on getting tickets. According to this article, you need to contact your Congressional Representative. (Don't … Continue reading Who to contact for inaugural tickets
Drake concedes
Thelma Drake has conceded to Glenn Nye. Drake released a statement after partial absentee ballot returns late Thursday gave Democrat Glenn Nye a more commanding lead. Nye garnered about 4,000 more absentee votes than Drake. About 600 absentee ballots remained to be counted due to a counting machine malfuction. In a news release, Drake congratulated … Continue reading Drake concedes
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