My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Wednesday. In a rare instance, I found myself on the same side of the issue as Gov. Bob McDonnell. But this isn't a partisan issue at all. Take a look at the supporters and opponents and you'll see folks on both sides of the aisle in … Continue reading ICYMI: Laboring to keep the post-Labor Day start
It seems Norfolk is determined to remove eagles' nests at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. But they really need to slow down and figure out whether this is the best course of action. I live very close to the garden and I've come to enjoy the variety of wildlife that such proximity provides. Nearly every night, … Continue reading Removal of eagles’ nests: slow down
Although the special election in the 5th Senate district will be held next week, jockeying has been going on for the subsequent race in the 89th House district. Next Tuesday's election is a formality - Kenny Alexander faces no challenger and will be elected to replace Sen. Yvonne Miller, who died July 3. Former Norfolk … Continue reading Race heating up in the 89th
Norfolk Public Schools are hosting two forums to solicit public input on improving the schools. The first will be held tomorrow, August 28, and the second September 12. Details are below: Tuesday, August 28, 6pm, Norview High School (6501 Chesapeake Blvd) Wednesday, September 12, 6pm, Ruffner Academy (610 May Ave) As I won't be able … Continue reading NPS public forums
A new poll shows a majority prefer to raise taxes and/or raise the retirement age for Social Security rather than cutting benefits. All of this angst over Social Security cold have been avoided had two things been done. First, the federal government should have never been allowed to borrow the surpluses in the Social Security … Continue reading Fixing Social Security
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Thursday. I attended a forum in Portsmouth for the candidates for city council and mayor. (Pilot reporter Dave Forster was there, too.) As someone who doesn't live in Portsmouth but who tries to follow the issues facing all of the cities in Hampton Roads, I found … Continue reading ICYMI: In Portsmouth, a break from the discord
"Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Republican." That is a true statement. But he wasn't alone. A lot of blacks were Republicans, not a surprise considering it was President Abraham Lincoln who issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing the slaves in the states of the Confederacy where Union forces were not in control, including areas in … Continue reading The missing link
But not for a debate. The Virginian-Pilot reports that the two former governors will appear separately at a luncheon hosted by the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce on October 19. The event will be held at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott. I saw this two-step in 2009 when gubernatorial candidates Bob McDonnell and Creigh Deeds appeared … Continue reading Allen-Kaine in Hampton Roads
Ben Hudson of Fluvanna has thrown his hat in the ring for the congressional seat now held by Robert Hurt, and sought also by General John Douglass of Faquier. (5th CD) Hudson, a retired Lieutenant Colonel, is 51 and has two grown children. He is married to his wife Brenda. His candidacy will be a … Continue reading New candidate in the 5th Congressional District
I recently got a new little red sports car. When I got the car everyone told me "oh the police are going to get you now because the car is red." So even though I drive like Mrs. Magoo, I have been very aware when ever I see a police car the last two weeks. … Continue reading Hampton Police at the Crab Shack doing the Car Wash Dance
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