Virginia Sends a Message: Support EFCA & Lose Your Job Nov 19, 2009
Katie Packer : Virginia Sends a Message: Support EFCA Your Job - Townhall ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Virginia Sends a Message: Support EFCA Your Job by Katie Packer ... By overwhelmingly electing Bob McDonnell as their governor, Virginians sent a clear message to national leaders about the future of small business. (Townhall.com)
Sen. Byrd saluted for longest career in Congress Nov 19, 2009
"I've loved every precious minute of it," the frail West Virginia Democrat, who turns 92 on Friday, said during a day of floor tributes to him, and moments before the Senate passed a resolution marking the milestone ... "Because of those wonderful people in West Virginia, this foster son of an impoverished coal miner from the great hills of southern West Virginia has had the opportunity to walk with kings, to meet with prime ministers, and to debate with presidents," Byrd said. (AZCentral -- News)
3 more file for county office Nov 19, 2009
Those running for county office must file papers with the county clerk, while those wishing to run for state office must file in the West Virginia Secretary of State's Office in Charleston. true Related Stories. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Q: Why was the Washington sniper John Allen Muhammad executed so quickly, when it takes some prisoners many more years before being executed? Nov 19, 2009
One factor was the speed of which these cases are handled in Virginia, where former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft sent Muhammad and his accomplice Lee Boyd Malvo to be tried. David Bruck, director of the Virginia Capital Case Clearinghouse at the Washington and Lee University School of Law in Lexington, Va ... told the paper that Virginia Supreme Court hears appeals rapidly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Ballot count continues Nov 19, 2009
BOE Democratic Commissioner Virginia Martin then decided that it would be better to hold the contested counts second since they would take longer ... In retrospect I believe (Tuesday) was a strategic plan to allow Virginia Martin nearly 11 hours for her legal counsel to arrive on the scene, Fingar said ... By doing that we would have allowed 35 volunteers and county employees to go home rather than sit and wait for ten hours while Virginia was locked in her office and refused to count ballots. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Hasan Epitomizes U.S. "Self-Radicalizing" Nov 19, 2009
That DC sniper comes to mind--as does the Unibomber and Cho--the Virginia tech killer. by legacyABQ2 November 18, 2009 5:46 PM EST. (CBS News -- US)
MARSHFIELD HENSHAW: Sixty-two and counting Nov 19, 2009
The first inkling of the sinking of the Andrea Doria on that night in July, 1957 came to the AP desk from a short-wave operator in Virginia who heard a distress call off Nantucket, Tom said. It was late at night. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Power-guzzling TVs to be banned Nov 19, 2009
But some 25% of TVs currently on sale would not meet the minimum standards, an industry group in Virginia said. The California Energy Commission will require that all new television sets up to 58 inches (147cm) be more energy efficient by 2011, consuming 33% less energy than current sets. (BBC News -- Americas)
Ex-Easley operative at federal courthouse in NC Nov 19, 2009
Weisel said Reiff was working in Virginia at the time, but had several interviews with board staff and made himself available to be called as a witness. During last month s hearing, the election board presented documents identified as fundraising strategies written by then-Easley campaign officials suggesting that the Democratic Party begin handling some contributions dedicated to Easley. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Will Afghan Headless Goat Game Make Olympics? Nov 19, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland ... A Virginia Tech victim goes undercover to try and force background checks at gun shows ... A Virginia Tech victim goes undercover to try and force background checks at gun shows. (W-USA News, DC)
Byrd Becomes Longest-Serving Congress Member Nov 19, 2009
WASHINGTON -- West Virginia Sen ... He's a champion of "earmarks" -- pet project spending that critics also call "pork." He's helped bring home to West Virginia $326 million for 2008 alone, according to Citizens Against Government Waste. (KSBW 8, CA)
Washington news » Nov 19, 2009
"I've loved every precious minute of it," the frail West Virginia Democrat, who turns 92 on Friday, said during a day of floor tributes to him, and moments before the Senate passed a resolution marking the milestone. National forests can be used as a carbon "sink" with vast numbers of trees absorbing carbon dioxide to help slow global warming, the Forest Service chief said Wednesday, but that goal must be balanced. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Poll finds Obama’s support has shrunk below a majority Nov 19, 2009
I ve loved every precious minute of it, the frail West Virginia Democrat, who turns 92 tomorrow, said during a day of floor tributes to him, and moments before the Senate passed a resolution marking the milestone ... Brainard was late in paying real estate taxes in 2005, 2006, and 2007 on property in Northern Virginia, according to the report by the Senate Finance Committee staff. (Boston Globe)
Obama 'furious' about Afghanistan leaks... Nov 19, 2009
Did REPUBLUCINS CLEANED congress in Virginia and Jersey in 2009. Posted By: Hashee | November 18, 2009 at 09:17 AM. (The Drudge Report)
Griffin: Much to be thankful for in 2009 Nov 18, 2009
An initiative on the part of Senator Jim Webb of Virginia gives some small hope for conversation with our government. Long ago, I had the pleasure of being acquainted with Suu s late husband, Michael Aris, and have closely followed the fortunes of this heroic woman. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
After election, let the economic power roll Nov 18, 2009
Amid the economic despair that has overshadowed our great nation for the last year, the Nov. 3 election should serve as a beacon of hope to not just Virginians but also to Americans as a whole ... We can take heed to three words popularized by the Obama administration to help positively motivate lasting change and prosperity for all Virginians: Yes We Can ... Yes, we can create jobs in Virginia by unleashing the power of the free market by lowering taxes on small businesses and all hardworking... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
White Male Vote Especially Critical - washingtonpost.com Nov 18, 2009
won majorities among those voters in what appeared to be breakthrough victories in Wisconsin and Virginia last month. But he badly lost working-class white men to Clinton (N.Y.) in Ohio and Texas two weeks ago, keeping the outcome of the Democratic race in doubt indefinitely. (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Paterson, Lazio in NY-GOV Race. Cuomo, Giuliani Wait Nov 18, 2009
Republicans are seeking to capitalize on the momentum generated by victories in New Jersey s and Virginia s contests, and they see a tempting target in New York. But Paterson is giving every indication that he is not going to go quietly, and Cuomo represents a significant obstacle to the governor s mansion. (Human Events Online)
BREAKING: Commissioners disagree on order of ballot count (8) Nov 18, 2009
Mr. Kline and I are at an impasse right now, said Democratic Commissioner of Elections Virginia Martin Tuesday morning at about 10:30 a.m. The impasse was a disagreement concerning the order of towns to be counted. A letter was sent to each candidate last week, outlining a schedule of the absentee ballot count. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
The mission isn't finished Nov 18, 2009
Pundits and analysts are scratching their heads to explain Democratic defeats in Virginia and New Jersey this month, particularly examining what caused massive shifts toward the GOP among independent voters in those two states ... Virginia governor-elect Bob McDonnell carried independents by 33 points. (Albany Times Union)
Byrd longest-serving congressman Nov 18, 2009
West Virginia's Byrd becomes the longest-serving member of Congress - CNN.com ... West Virginia's Byrd becomes the longest-serving member of Congress ... He is known for being a fierce advocate for West Virginia. (CNN)
Rudd's foreign policy made on the run - and it's showing Nov 17, 2009
November 17, 2009 - 11:46AM. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd talks with Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah at the recent APEC meeting. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
From Levi to Letterman: Palin's rough year Nov 17, 2009
And on Wednesday, she begins a book tour that will take her to 13 cities 11 of which just happen to be in presidential battleground states (like Florida, Indiana, Ohio, and Virginia). In fact, Palin starts her tour in Michigan, a battleground state the McCain campaign withdrew from the day of Biden-Palin vice presidential debate. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Supreme Court ruling could play in 2010 governor's races Nov 17, 2009
during the 2009 Virginia governor's race ... West Virginia:Unions limited to $1,000 per candidate per election ... In Virginia, one of six states with no contribution limits, business interests spent more than $4 million to aid Gov.-elect , according to a USA TODAY analysis of donations larger than $20,000. (USA Today)
League tables law is simply rank Nov 17, 2009
First we had the Herald brazenly breaking the law last week by publishing a comparison of the test results of three schools, and next we were told there was a real possibility that the ban on publishing such material breached the constitution by restricting freedom of speech about politics and government. This, of course, means the Herald may not have broken the law at all. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
online_editor Nov 17, 2009
cherchante wrote on Nov 10, 2009 7:59 PM:" Any reader here familiar with Williamsburg, Virginia? A first capital of a first state? Any reader capable of taking lessons from that episode in our country's history? Or is this a city of petty sniping between vested political interests that want to keep their friends in business because ....Yep! Keep them in business and maybe trickle some down... ". cherchante wrote on Nov 10, 2009 7:53 PM:" Some words behind those scenes can indicate that has been... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Rees' approach looks stale Nov 17, 2009
Premier's fresh approach already looking stale. ANDREW CLENNELL AND LOUISE HALL. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Meddling in politics not a good look Nov 17, 2009
Meddling in our politics not a good look from right or left. Illustration: Simon Letch. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Meddling in our politics not a good look from right or left Nov 17, 2009
Illustration: Simon Letch. It's all about double standards and fashions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Election cliffhangers over: Winners declared in Oakdale, Empire Nov 17, 2009
Former Councilwoman Virginia Madueo was the top vote-getter in a field of six, garnering nearly 41 percent of the vote. San Joaquin County voters gave the victory to Herman Doornenbal in his race with Patricia Foard for the Oakdale Irrigation District's Division 2 directorship. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Sarah Palin pushes book -- and perhaps political comeback Nov 17, 2009
Then there's the bus tour from Grand Rapids, Michigan to small cities like Fort Wayne, Indiana or Roanoke, Virginia that stand out less for literary connections than Palin-friendly electorates. Add Palin's Facebook posts and Twitter feeds and the publicity blitz might be mistaken for a dry run election campaign. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Rubio ad in Fla. Senate race mimics Obama ad Nov 17, 2009
Strong majorities of independents turned away from Democrats and voted Republican in both Virginia and New Jersey on Tuesday, a key defection signaling they could be up for grabs heading into the 2010 elections. They went for the Republican gubernatorial nominee in Virginia by a margin of 66 percent to 33 percent, and in New Jersey by 60 percent to 40 percent, according to exit polls. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Palin Book Officially Releases with Media Splash Nov 17, 2009
Then there's the bus tour from Grand Rapids, Michigan to small cities like Fort Wayne, Indiana or Roanoke, Virginia that stand out less for literary connections than Palin-friendly electorates. She's also on the cover of Newsweek magazine. (Newsmax)
Fiorina: Top Priority in D.C. Should Be Jobs Nov 17, 2009
Naming a river in Virginia. Naming a courthouse in Fresno. (Newsmax)
Going Rogue, the autobiography by Sarah Palin, Nov 17, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. QUICK CLICKS. (W-USA News, DC)
* How to win the year-end elections Nov 17, 2009
The Republican Party emerged victorious from this months gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey ... Instead, it remained confident that it could win gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey and other local elections ... The color of the Democratic Party is blue and we could therefore say that it is the blue camp of the US. For eight years, Virginia had been in the hands of the blue camp, while New Jersey was even more of a deep-blue stronghold, much like Taitung... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Warner: Questions on individual mandate are 'spurious' Nov 16, 2009
And, fourth, have you forgotten what happened on election day in Virginia. That should have brought you back to Earth, but apparently you are living on another planet. (TheHill.com)
Small college receiver breaks Rices record Nov 16, 2009
He said he was invited to walk-on by a few Division I programs, including West Virginia. But he wasn t sure he wanted to put in the work football required, so he instead decided to attend his hometown university and give up the game. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
McConnell: Conservative split in Republican races 'no threat at all' Nov 16, 2009
Monday, November 16, 2009. McConnell: Conservative split in Republican races 'no threat at all. (TheHill.com)
Letters to the Editor: Veterans Day, drug courts, anti-Semitism, executions Nov 16, 2009
California Credit Union League. Web search powered by YAHOO. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Rees hurls a hand grenade at NSW Labor machine Nov 16, 2009
Nathan Rees Labor cabinet shuffle. Premier hurls a political hand grenade into the conference hall. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Forbidden love Nov 16, 2009
Illustration: Matt Davidson. Penny Ying-yen Wong and Ian Elgin Macfarlane are quite the couple. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
No ordinary Joe: how a political fox became a lamb Nov 16, 2009
DAMIEN MURPHY AND BRIAN ROBINS. Joe Tripodi never seemed the sacrificial lamb type. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Laughing now before it all goes horribly pear-shaped Nov 16, 2009
Enjoying a joke, thats J-O-K-E. the former planning minister Frank Sartor and the Planning Minister, Kristina Keneally. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
From guts to glory: Rees decides to take out the trash Nov 16, 2009
ANDREW CLENNELL STATE POLITICAL EDITOR. NATHAN REES had the biggest win of his 14-month premiership at the weekend. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
2012 already? GOP wannabes jockey early Nov 15, 2009
It had turned so sour just one year later that Republicans booted Democrats from power in Virginia and New Jersey ... He was credited with helping Republicans win in Virginia and New Jersey, and helping recruit a strong field of 2010 gubernatorial candidates. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Senate race slow to grab small town's attention Nov 15, 2009
I d like to see a woman, and she s got good experience, said Millinger, a retired teacher and first-time Shutesbury voter who moved there from Virginia last November. Lisa Saunders, a University of Massachusetts economist checking out a copy of 101 Dalmations for her son, Malcolm, said she was undecided, though she had heard Capuano on the radio and liked his interest in health care and education. (Boston Globe)
Rees should ban MPs early retirement plans Nov 15, 2009
7per cent); and the effervescent and eccentric Virginia Judge (Strathfield, 15. 1per cent) would have to wonder if hanging around was worth their while. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
GOP says Giffords, others are vulnerable Nov 15, 2009
With GOP leaders touting off-year victories in the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races as signs of momentum nationally, party leaders at the state level are looking to make up ground they lost in 2006 and 2008, when Democrats pulled even and then ahead in Arizona s U.S. House of Representatives delegation ... However, Fred Solop, political science department chair at Northern Arizona University, said the New Jersey and Virginia races shouldn t be used to declare a national swing. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Stage now set for Howard: the play Nov 15, 2009
A stand-in for Mr Howard shared the stage with actors performing as politicians Tony Abbott (as compere), Pauline Hanson, Kim Beazley, Peter Reith and journalists Kerry O'Brien and Virginia Trioli. Also making a cameo at the reading in the Newcastle suburb of Lambton was at least in name the star of his own hit stage production, Mr Keating. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Army edges VMI, 22-17 Nov 15, 2009
Patrick Mealy ran 16 times for 136 yards and a touchdown to lead Army to a 22-17 victory over Virginia Military Institute on Saturday. Alejandro Villanueva caught seven passes for 119 yards and a TD in front of 32,109 at Michie Stadium. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Obama: Domestic Spending Cuts in Next Budget Nov 15, 2009
Exit polls from elections earlier this month showed clear majorities of Virginia and New Jersey voters said they were worried about the direction of the nation's economy. In both states, Republicans won gubernatorial seats that had been held by Democrats. (Newsmax)
Webb not happy with Holder decision Nov 15, 2009
BY BlackWhite on 11/13/2009 at 17:59webb is up for reelection in virginia. BY james russell on 11/13/2009 at 18:03I happen to be a Democrat who supports the President on most issues but this decision isn't in the national interest or good politics. (TheHill.com)
Jefferson Sentenced in Freezer Cash Case Nov 14, 2009
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 13, 2009. Jefferson Sentenced in Freezer Cash Case. (CBS News)
A divisive climate Nov 14, 2009
Illustration: Judy Green. The Liberals can't afford to take a party so deeply conflicted over climate change to the next election. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Obama eyes spending freeze Nov 14, 2009
But the bad results for Democrats independent voters that were central to Obama's winning coalition last year voted roughly 3 to 1 for GOP gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey appear to have added urgency to the deficit-cutting drive. Independents, pollsters say, tend to be more concerned about the deficit than other voters and getting them back in the Democratic column is crucial to the party' chances in midterm congressional elections. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Conflicting goals Nov 14, 2009
We strive to compete with West Virginia, Arkansas and Mississippi. What Kool-Aid have we been drinking. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Hutchison won't resign seat before Texas primary Nov 14, 2009
The Democratic Governors Association says it is making Connecticut one of its top priorities in the 2010 elections, hoping to pickup a gubernatorial seat there after losing New Jersey and Virginia earlier this month ... The Democratic Governors Association says it is making Connecticut one of its top priorities in the 2010 elections, hoping to pickup a gubernatorial seat there after losing New Jersey and Virginia earlier this month. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
A Little "Rogue" Every Now and Then Can Be a Good Thing Nov 14, 2009
What women should appreciate about Sarah Palin. Saturday, November 14, 2009. (Slate)
Local pro starts MMA class in Kinderhook Nov 14, 2009
Svingala has fought professionally and holds a spotless 3-0 record in MMA while fighting in California, Las Vegas and Virginia. He plans on taking students to MMA seminars hosted by UFC veterans. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
White Male Vote Especially Critical - washingtonpost.com Nov 14, 2009
won majorities among those voters in what appeared to be breakthrough victories in Wisconsin and Virginia last month. But he badly lost working-class white men to Clinton (N.Y.) in Ohio and Texas two weeks ago, keeping the outcome of the Democratic race in doubt indefinitely. (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Bits and Bytes: WVU - Cincinnati Nov 14, 2009
It's a Friday night buffet for West Virginia - Cincinnati, and we help you get ready with a few nuggets of information to get through the hours before kickoff ... With all of the pre-game attention focused on West Virginias defense against UCs offense, the opposite battle hasnt gotten much attention ... For your consideration, the Bearcats have 80 tackles behind the line of scrimmage for a total of 308 yards in losses, while West Virginias offense has been hit for 235 yards of... (BlueGoldNews.com)
Mead explores bid for governor Nov 14, 2009
During his speech, Mead cited the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the recession, and the recent GOP gubernatorial wins in Virginia and New Jersey as reasons voters want the nation to take a different direction than the one offered by the Obama administration and the Democratic-controlled Congress. In response to a question, Mead also said he believes in the principles of the state GOP's platform, but that does not mean he will literally agree with every word of it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Riders Midnight Madness a blast Nov 14, 2009
The Riders go up against schools from Florida, Alabama, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia and will be the smallest school in their bracket. The bleachers were packed to welcome the new season as the madness started with a routine by the cheerleading squad to get the crowd hyped up. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
A shape-shifter in the Lodge Nov 14, 2009
Illustration: Harry Afentoglou. Just when we think we're getting to know Kevin Rudd, he goes and changes again, writes Annabel Crabb. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
