I agree

I'm not much into "me, too" type posts. Generally, when a topic is adequately covered by others in the blogosphere, I tend to just let those posts do the talking for me. But some topics require a chorus. Such is the case with the proposed blackout on fundraising proposed by Del. Chris Saxman (HB3150), first … Continue reading I agree →

Sickles: “very bad transportation policy”

In case you missed it, the fine folks over at 7 West had a guest blogger last week, fellow Delegate Mark Sickles. In his post, Delegate Sickles offers his opinion about the transportation funding. While commending the legislation for allowing Hampton Roads and Northern VA to provide for themselves, he calls the use of $250 … Continue reading Sickles: “very bad transportation policy” →

Rerras and judicial selection

Today's Virginian-Pilot has a front page, above the fold article on the process of selecting judges in Virginia and, in particular, Norfolk. In the wake of last week's revelation of Nick Rerras' interview tactics, the article once again points out that the majority party makes the choice and that since Norfolk has a single member … Continue reading Rerras and judicial selection →

The Pulpit Speaks: September 28, 1957

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Some people think it pays them well...To put on business airs... And play up their importance in... The handling of affairs... Their secretaries bolt their doors... And make their callers wait... And if … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: September 28, 1957 →

Race in Norfolk

I didn't write today's editorial in the Virginian-Pilot but I could have: It is hard to think of anything in Norfolk of public importance that race doesn't bend and shape, from crime to housing and real estate taxes to education. Perhaps now folks will realize that it is not race-bating to tell the truth. Race … Continue reading Race in Norfolk →

Feed a cold, starve a fever

I have no idea whether either of these things work, since I've been under with both for the last few days. DayQuil kept me functioning enough Friday & Saturday for client appointments and NyQuil every three hours the past three nights allowed me to get some rest. My fever finally broke sometime early this morning. … Continue reading Feed a cold, starve a fever →

PBS: Slavery and the Making of America

PBS is rebroadcasting its "Slavery and the Making of America" program as a part of Black History Month. The programs originally aired in February 2005. Locally, the programs will air beginning tonight at 9pm and concluding next Friday.

Ethics charge: Stolle & Norment

Ethics complaints were filed Thursday against Senators Kenneth Stolle (R-8th) and Thomas Norment (R-3) by Roanoke attorney G. David Nixon. The complaints allege conflicts of interest involving eminent domain reform legislation before the Senate. Both Stolle and Nixon are employed by the law firm of Kaufman & Canoles, whose clients (public utilities and governments) use … Continue reading Ethics charge: Stolle & Norment →