CNN debate tonight

Seems that lots of folks are looking for the debate schedule as they keep hitting my earlier post on the DNC-santioned debates. Tonight's debate on CNN is not on that list. Nevertheless, eight Democratic presidential hopefuls will square off at 7pm tonight, with ten Republicans taking the same stage in New Hampshire on Tuesday. I … Continue reading CNN debate tonight →

Things to ponder

From another email: Can you cry under water? How important does a person have to be before they are considered assassinated instead of just murdered? Why do you have to "put your two cents in".. but it's only a "penny for your thoughts"? Where's that extra penny going to? Once you're in heaven, do you … Continue reading Things to ponder →

On the radio

Terrestrial radio, that is. John Coggeshall has a radio program each Saturday morning from 11am to noon on 1490AM, Outlaw Radio (WLRT). Tomorrow, June 2, I'll be on the show. Feel free to call in and give us your questions and comments. The number is (757) 766-4653. UPDATE: I forgot to include the internet link … Continue reading On the radio →

79th HOD: Meet the Candidates

Invitation from the AARP: You are invited to a Meet the Candidates event for State House District 79. You will have an opportunity to learn where candidates Johnny Joannou and Henry Light stand on issues important to Virginians and ask them questions. Please join us: When: Wednesday, June 6, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Light refreshments … Continue reading 79th HOD: Meet the Candidates →

Generations

From an email I received: A very self-important college freshman attending a recent football game took it upon himself to explain to a senior citizen sitting next to him why it was impossible for the older generation to understand his generation. "You grew up in a different world, actually an almost primitive one," the student … Continue reading Generations →

Report: PDC candidates’ forum

I attended a candidates' forum last night, hosted by the Portsmouth and Chesapeake Democratic committees. Appearing at the forum were State Senator Louise Lucas, who graciously hosted the event at her Lucas Center, Senator Mamie Locke, Delegate Ken Melvin, Steve Heretick, David Bouchard, Delegate Johnny Joannou and Henry Light. Heretick and Bouchard are competing in … Continue reading Report: PDC candidates’ forum →

RTA: 5-2, Poquoson voted no

Tuesday, the Poquoson City Council voted against the regional transportation authority, joining York County in rejecting the proposal. Approving the measure so far are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News and Williamsburg. Isle of Wight and James City counties have delayed their votes. Chesapeake and Hampton have previously indicated that they are inclined to reject … Continue reading RTA: 5-2, Poquoson voted no →

Happy birthday, VPAP!

The Daily Press has an interesting editorial today on the 10th birthday of the Virginia Public Access Project, better known as VPAP: The result is so useful it's hard to imagine political life without it. [...] Following the money illuminates. Following the money informs. Following the money can help a citizen figure out what his … Continue reading Happy birthday, VPAP! →

Northam campaign volunteer opportunities

An essential part of a successful campaign is people. Often, it is the most difficult part of a campaign. I hope some of you will be able to help out. Here are the Norfolk June volunteer opportunities for Ralph Northam's campaign: Canvassing - Saturdays (6/2, 6/9, 6/16 & 6/23), 10:30am to 1pm - meet at … Continue reading Northam campaign volunteer opportunities →

BlogsUnited: Register TODAY

If you have not yet registered as an early bird for the blog conference, you still have until midnight tonight to do so for a mere $25 before the conference rate increases to $35. Topics to be discussed include: Fair-use policy Anonymous blogging Technology The future of journalism The public's "need to know" The relationship … Continue reading BlogsUnited: Register TODAY →