Jody Wagner For Lt. Governor
I am proud to support Jody Wagner for Lt. Governor and urge you to vote for her in the June 9, 2009 primary. I first… Read More »Jody Wagner For Lt. Governor
January 2009
DNC Begins Kaine Era — Building on the 50 State Strategy
The Democratic National Committee met in Washington on January 21, 2009 and elected Virginia Governor Tim Kaine as its new Chair. He proclaimed the 50… Read More »DNC Begins Kaine Era — Building on the 50 State Strategy
Inauguration Updates
I hope that everyone had a great time and that you found our inauguration update page useful. I’ll post pictures on Flicker.
Virginia Voting Bills
The DPVA has endorsed a number of proposals pending in the Virginia General assembly to make voting easier and fairer. See Dec. 8, 2008 entry… Read More »Virginia Voting Bills
DNC to Meet, Elect Gov. Kaine as Chair on Jan. 21
The Democratic National Committee will meet on January 21 at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel (2660 Woodley Road, NW , Washington, DC 20008). The main event… Read More »DNC to Meet, Elect Gov. Kaine as Chair on Jan. 21
DPVA 2009 Central Commitee, Officer Elections
The Democratic Party of Virginia has provided Guidance regarding the upcoming election of the party’s State Central Committee members and officers. The State Central Committee… Read More »DPVA 2009 Central Commitee, Officer Elections
Gov Kaine leads charge for in-person early voting
As indicated in today’s press release:
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
Office of the Governor
Timothy M. Kaine FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Governor January 7, 2009
Contact: Gordon Hickey
Phone: (804) 225-4260
Cell Phone: (804) 291-8977
Internet: www.governor.virginia.gov
GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES LEGISLATION TO EXPAND ABSENTEE VOTING
~ Legislation will allow all voters to cast an absentee ballot in-person ~
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today proposed legislation to allow for no-excuse, in-person absentee voting in Virginia. The proposed legislation would allow any qualified voter to cast an absentee ballot in person at their registrar’s office during the 45 day absentee voting period, without providing an excuse or reason. Those wishing to vote absentee by mail would still be required to meet one of the existing statutory requirements.Read More »Gov Kaine leads charge for in-person early voting
Governor Kaine to Head DNC!
Excellent choice! See Washington Post article. The Governor has my vote.
DPVA New Year’s Resolutions
The New Year provides a good opportunity to reflect on lessons from last year and what we can do to build our party for the… Read More »DPVA New Year’s Resolutions
Very Special Elections
As you all know, we have elections every year in Virginia, except when we have more. This year (in the next month), we have more. … Read More »Very Special Elections
Republicans Search for Direction
As Democrats, we cannot assume that the Virginia and National Republican Parties will continue down the path of self-destruction. At some point The Opposition will adopt its… Read More »Republicans Search for Direction
Thank You, Chairman Dean, for a National Party
The DNC will meet on January 21, 2009 to elect a new chairman, but we should all be very appreciative of the work that Chairman… Read More »Thank You, Chairman Dean, for a National Party