Today's Virginian Pilot contained an article regarding the race in the 2nd CD between Democratic challenger Glenn Nye and Republican incumbent Thelma Drake. (Note to the Pilot: the 2nd doesn't just include Virginia Beach.) "If I had to handicap the race right now, the odds favor Drake, but she's obviously beatable," said Quentin Kidd, a … Continue reading Nye/Drake race considered competitive
The Pulpit Speaks: March 26, 1960
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Life has a peculiar way of filing our skies with clouds. Ofttimes we wonder just what we are going to do to make out of life that which means so much to us. … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: March 26, 1960
What’s up with Edwards?
I've been a little busy but it seems that the National Enquirer (I feel a little dirty just typing that) has reported a story, now confirmed by Fox News (really need to wash my hands now), regarding an encounter former presidential candidate John Edwards had at a hotel with a woman they describe as his … Continue reading What’s up with Edwards?
OTR 7/27: Global warming
This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion on the topic of global warming. Joining host Joel Rubin will be retired Captain Joe Bouchard and retired Admiral Joe Prueher, who was one of the group of retired admirals and generals who issued a report on the topic and its potential impact on national security. … Continue reading OTR 7/27: Global warming
LWVFA: Turning Point Plaza dedication Sunday
The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area will help dedicate Turning Point Plaza this Sunday, July 27, at the Occoquan River Festival. Turning Point Plaza will honor the women who were imprisoned at the Occoquan Workhouse located across from the current Occoquan Regional Park. In 1917, women suffragists were the first political group … Continue reading LWVFA: Turning Point Plaza dedication Sunday
Bay Oaks Park back in the news
It's been a long five years for the members of the Bay Oaks Park Committee. After successfully challenging the City of Norfolk on the right to referendum, the committee made a decision last year, which I reluctantly agreed with, to not follow through on a referendum. According to an article in today's Virginian Pilot, conversations … Continue reading Bay Oaks Park back in the news
Timeless: “Cry Me A River”
One of my favorite songs. First, the 1957 original from the sultry Julie London (this is the version I keep in my CD player in my car): Covered in 1975 by The First Lady of Song, Newport News own Ella Fitzgerald, with one of the finest guitar players, Joe Pass: Finally, this 2007 cover by … Continue reading Timeless: “Cry Me A River”
50-year old N Lieberman rejoins WNBA
Former Old Dominion University Lady Monarch Nancy Lieberman has been signed to a 7-day contract with the WNBA's Detroit Shock. (Lieberman was a couple of years ahead of me at ODU but lived in the same apartment complex and since my roommate was another Lady Monarch player, I hung out with them.) At 50, Lieberman … Continue reading 50-year old N Lieberman rejoins WNBA
Review: “Whistling Past Dixie” part II
Southern politics is not solely bound up with race and religion, but almost every issue or controversy has some racial or religious element beneath the surface. The dual power of race and religion in southern politics will make it extraordinarily difficult for Democrats to recapture the South. In chapter 3, entitled "Blacklash and the Heavenly … Continue reading Review: “Whistling Past Dixie” part II
Hornsby in the 1st?
Interesting idea by the folks over at Fred2Blue: Let’s draft Bruce Randall Hornsby, a fine upstanding resident of Williamsburg, Va., to be the Democratic Party candidate on the ballot this fall. Head on over and read why Hornsby is a good choice.
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