Note to SurveyUSA: Mark ain’t John Warner

So I just got polled by SurveyUSA. Only problem was that the nice, automated female voice kept referring to Democrat John Warner instead of Democrat Mark Warner. One of the first series of questions was about approval/disapproval of various people - Bush, Kaine and Allen and John Warner. I didn't think much about it. But … Continue reading Note to SurveyUSA: Mark ain’t John Warner

Moran’s response to the AG opinion

The Attorney General, Republican Bob McDonnell, has issued an opinion on the Marshall Newman amendment. As you would expect, the AG states concludes that "passage of the amendment will not affect the current legal rights of unmarried persons..." Moments ago, Democratic Caucus Chair Brian Moran issued the following statement: When the AG issues an opinion, … Continue reading Moran’s response to the AG opinion

Ann Richards: 1933-2006

Former Texas governer Ann Richards died yesterday. Josh Israel, the former president of The Virginia Partisans, guest-blogs his thoughts on his her here.

Senate race update

Stay away from the web for a day and you miss a bunch of stuff. Here's a quick roundup on today's events: Rasmussen poll NLS is reporting that this poll shows Allen leading Webb 50% to 43%. The poll information is only available to subscribers. Survey USA This poll shows Allen ahead 48% to 45%, … Continue reading Senate race update

Inaccuracy in the Pilot

I think everybody is aware that I am no fan of the Pilot. Even so, I still subscribe to and read the paper each day, as it is the only game in town. Today's article about Allen just got me, though: Webb's campaign also has accused Allen of "stealing" legislation proposed by Sen. Dick Durbin, … Continue reading Inaccuracy in the Pilot

Thief reprograms ATM machine

I thought this was funny. Some guy figured out how to reprogram an ATM machine to give out four times the amount of money than it should. Took them nine days to figure it out. Wonder if it was a Diebold machine?

Senator Lambert endorses Allen

In a move that could have hardly been anticipated, Senator Benjamin Lambert III (D-Richmond) has endorsed George Allen over fellow Democrat Jim Webb. Several members of the Legislative Black Caucus have not been happy with the lack of consideration shown by the Webb campaign. I have talked to a couple of them (still trying to … Continue reading Senator Lambert endorses Allen

Monstrosity: Colbert on Allen’s “shall”

Those Ditzy Dems are at it again. In addition to a brillant post, they have up the video of Colbert's piece on Allen's change to the Durbin amendment. Give it a look 😆 Technorati Tags: George Allen

NRCC poll in the field

The National Republican Congressional Committee has a poll in the field. I got polled last night. It was a pretty extensive poll, with about 36 questions. I felt sorry for the kid on the other end of the phone. He was having a hard time reading the questions. Some of them were quite lengthy and … Continue reading NRCC poll in the field

Hampton Dems Mixer tonight

Sorry to be so late posting this but perhaps some of you may want to head over and party: The Hampton Democratic Committee Presents Mix'n with Dems Special Guest Delegate Brian Moran Minority Caucus Chairman Network with State and Local elected officials! Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2006 6pm to 8pm On the deck of McFadden's Restaurant … Continue reading Hampton Dems Mixer tonight