Noblemen are coming to Norfolk

The Noblemen, a men's group operating in Virginia Beach for about 10 years, is starting a chapter in Norfolk. The group was the subject of a recent article in the Virginian Pilot. Originally known as the Robin Hoods, they raise money for kids and have fun while they are doing it. When: July 17th, Tuesday … Continue reading Noblemen are coming to Norfolk

4th of July events in Hampton Roads

Looking for something to do tomorrow? Check out the list of events in Hampton Roads. Too bad none of them are in Norfolk, but it is a great opportunity for Democrats to have some fun and show some support for our fine candidates! YORK-POQUOSON Democratic Committee: Fourth of July Parade Parade begins at 11AM. Assemble … Continue reading 4th of July events in Hampton Roads

Presidential selector

Here's one of those online polls where you answer questions (in this case 25) and it tells you which presidential candidate's views most closely match yours. My results are below the fold. 1. Theoretical Ideal Candidate (100%) 2. Dennis Kucinich (92%) Click here for info 3. Barack Obama (83%) Click here for info 4. Alan … Continue reading Presidential selector

Gallup poll on Hillary

A new Gallup poll, conducted June 25-28, questioned what would be the best and worst things about a Hillary Clinton presidency. More than any other specific comment, Americans cite the historical significance of Clinton being the first female commander-in-chief as the best outcome of her possible election. But a significant percentage says "nothing" positive would … Continue reading Gallup poll on Hillary

The funniest video, bar none

In case you haven't seen this, it's a hoot! If anything, it should make you want to donate to his opponent, Janet Oleszek!

Laughingstock: not again

As Del. Bob Brink points out in this post over at 7 West, Virginia is once again the laughingstock of the nation. This time, instead of Droopy Drawers, it seems everyone is talking about the new "civil remedial fees." The first national news story I saw was this one from MSN Money. USA Today got … Continue reading Laughingstock: not again

This blog is rated….

Now why in the world would this blog be PG-13? This rating was determined based on the presence of the following words: sex (10x) Hm... I guess that's not bad 😉 Just goes to show how serious we can be around here - NOT 😀

Spam filter going wacky part 2

Here at WordPress, all of the blogs are protected from spam by Akismet, which is a pretty good spam filter. Unfortunately, sometimes it allows trackbacks of a dubious nature to get through. (Trackbacks show up as comments.) The last week or so, I've been deleting these things as fast as I can but even I … Continue reading Spam filter going wacky part 2

The Pulpit Speaks: June 29, 1957

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. The rising tide of doubt in our day and time is justifiable reason for concern on the part of each of us. Never before in the history of mankind have so many people … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: June 29, 1957

This Week’s Women’s Roundtable

ABC's This Week with host George Stephanopoulos featured four women at the Roundtable today. On the show was Cokie Roberts, Donna Brazile, Bay Buchanan and Ruth Marcus. Talk about entertainment! Four strong women in the same room, discussing politics without being nasty but making their respective points. It was good TV. I think there's a … Continue reading This Week’s Women’s Roundtable