My legislative agenda: Payday lending

I mentioned in an earlier post that I was going to roll out my legislative agenda. This is the second in the series. Payday lending is another issue that has been the topic of discussion throughout the country. The following video could have just as easily been made in Virginia. From a Virginian Pilot editorial: … Continue reading My legislative agenda: Payday lending →

McCabe not running against Drake

According to PilotOnline, Norfolk Sheriff Bob McCabe (D) will not be running for the 2nd Congressional District seat, citing family: "Ultimately, my family and I did not feel that the timing was right," McCabe said. "My wife and I have teenage boys in the early years of high school. To disrupt their high school years … Continue reading McCabe not running against Drake →

Redskins still in the playoff hunt

The Washington Redskins remain in the playoff hunt after their 22-10 win Sunday night over the New York Giants. Playing in less than perfect conditions, the Redskins improved to 7-7 on a strong performance by running back Clinton Portis, who gained 126 yards on 25 carries. Replacement quarterback Todd Collins, making his first start in … Continue reading Redskins still in the playoff hunt →

Governor’s presentation to the money committees

Today, Governor Tim Kaine presented his budget to the Joint Money Committees of the General Assembly, eight members of which will not be in the General Assembly when it convenes in January. In his presentation, the Governor emphasized his budget priorities and how the now-projected $618.3 million shortfall will be addressed. Continuing the process of … Continue reading Governor’s presentation to the money committees →

My legislative agenda: redistricting

I mentioned in an earlier post that I was going to roll out my legislative agenda. This is the first in the series. It is no secret that I am in favor of a change to the process by which the lines are drawn for the voter pool for candidates. (Type redistricting in the search … Continue reading My legislative agenda: redistricting →

Lieberman to endorse McCain

The Associated Press has confirmed that Joe Lieberman will be endorsing Republican John McCain Monday. The Connecticut senator, an independent who was the Democrats' 2000 vice presidential nominee, was scheduled to announce his support for McCain at a town hall meeting Monday morning in Hillsborough. The article says that Lieberman will continue to caucus with … Continue reading Lieberman to endorse McCain →

The Pulpit Speaks: June 11, 1960

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. A few days ago, an old couple was found dead in their house. Authorities believe that the man died and his invalid wife starved to death before they were found. A few days … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: June 11, 1960 →

Ohio voting machines have flaws

The New York Times says that a report commissioned by the State of Ohio shows that all of the voting systems used in the state "have critical flaws that could undermine the integrity of the 2008 general election." At polling stations, teams working on the study were able to pick locks to access memory cards … Continue reading Ohio voting machines have flaws →

OTR 12/16: On the economy

This Sunday's On the Record will feature ODU economists Vinod Agarwal and Gil Yochum. These professors (both of whom I had at ODU) are two of the authors of the latest State of the Region Report. They will discuss such diverse topics as loan foreclosures, transportation, and affordable housing. In his "My Minute" segment, host … Continue reading OTR 12/16: On the economy →

John Miller holds townhall meetings

Senator-elect John Miller will hold a series of Town Hall meetings across the 1st Senate District to find out how constituents feel about issues facing the General Assembly. "This session of the General Assembly will be dealing with many issues including transportation, immigration, funding pre-k initiatives and banning smoking in restaurants. I want to give … Continue reading John Miller holds townhall meetings →