The Washington Times weighs in today with this editorial calling for the resignation of House Speaker Dennis Hastert. House Speaker Dennis Hastert must do the only right thing, and resign his speakership at once. Either he was grossly negligent for not taking the red flags fully into account and ordering a swift investigation, for not … Continue reading Foley scandal: Hastert should resign
Allen’s 2 minute offense
With a Redskins helmet and a picture of his football coach father in the background, embattled Republican George Allen spoke to the people of Virginia tonight in a 2 minute ad that he purchased in four markets across the state. Nothing new in his comments, although he did acknowledge that he brought some of this … Continue reading Allen’s 2 minute offense
GMU Vote NO rally 10/5
There is going to be a Vote NO! rally at GMU this Thursday, October 5 in the courtyard outside the Johnson Center. Details are available here. Keynote speaker will be civil rights leader and GMU professor Roger Wilkins. The rally starts at 6pm. Head on over and show your support!
Are Republicans sabotaging Allen?
George Allen, the incumbent Republican senator, finds himself locked in a close race with Democratic challenger Jim Webb. When this race started, it was supposed to be a cakewalk for Allen, who was high on the list of contenders for the nomination for President in 2008. But since August 11, the day of the fateful … Continue reading Are Republicans sabotaging Allen?
Foley: “I am an alcoholic”
Embattled former U.S. Congressman Mark Foley has checked himself into alcohol rehab: "I strongly believe that I am an alcoholic and have accepted the need for immediate treatment for alcoholism and other behavioral problems," Foley said in a statement I hope the facility doesn't just treat his alcoholism. The man has bigger problems. Technorati Tags: … Continue reading Foley: “I am an alcoholic”
Hail to the Redskins!
What a game! Was Mark Brunell rejuvenated at the prospect of playing his old team? It sure looked that way. His passes were, for the most part, crisp and on target. Given the stitches in his elbow and the fact that he didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, I was prepared for another let down. After … Continue reading Hail to the Redskins!
Party building: Is Dean right?
Way back in June, I started writing this post after seeing DukieDem's interesting diary over at Raising Kaine on the pyramid of party politics. It has been sitting in my drafts with the title "The 5 tiers of party politics." I have been thinking about this for a while, but today's NY Times article prompted … Continue reading Party building: Is Dean right?
The Pulpit Speaks: January 16, 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 I was made aware of the fact that 26 civilizations have come and gone during the history of mankind. These people have come and gone in many instances foiling … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: January 16, 1960
USS JFK to be mothballed
I have witnessed the launching of only one ship in my life, the USS John F. Kennedy. I recall vividly sitting on my father's shoulders at Newport News Shipbuilding, straining to see Caroline break the bottle of champagne over the ship's bow. Kennedy had been a hero to many, including my father, so it was … Continue reading USS JFK to be mothballed
Saturday quickies
This turned out to be longer than I thought it would be 🙄 Included are my thought on these issues: Foley resigns Attempts to reinstate partner of Norfolk cop More polls Kaine business plan Kellam v Drake Equality Loudon on legal contracts Foley resigns The sanitzed AP version of the story on Mark Foley (R-FL) … Continue reading Saturday quickies
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