The DNC New Vice-Chair
MinnPost – Mayor R.T. Rybak’s high-profile, national Democratic post is perfect for longtime Obama advocate.
DemRulz
President Obama in Richmond on Friday – Tickets
President’s Obama is giving a speech on Friday at the University of Richmond. Doors open at 8:30 AM. Here is the Public Ticket Distribution Information: The… Read More »President Obama in Richmond on Friday – Tickets
Get the Latest DNC 2012 Convention News!
One way, of course, is to read this site regularly (and sign up for dailyemail updates). But you can also sign up to get regular email updates… Read More »Get the Latest DNC 2012 Convention News!
DNC Fall Meeting This Week
The Democratic National Committee will meet this Thursday-Saturday (Sept. 8-10) in Chicago. The meeting will feature the usual business and caucuses (see schedule). So the DNC… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting This Week
DNC Communications Report – 8/26/2011
Hurricane Irene and Republicans actually want to raise payroll taxes, showing that they are only for tax increases that hurt average Americans.
Civil Wars
What happens when the Center cannot hold, the Left can’t get its act together, the Revolution is betrayed, good people do nothing,… Read More »Civil Wars
Get Obama on Ballot for the 2012 Primary!
The DPVA and OFA need to collect a minimum of 10,000 signatures (including 400 per congressional district) to get president Obama on the March 6,… Read More »Get Obama on Ballot for the 2012 Primary!
Obama for America Campaign Launches Project Vote
President Obama’s reelection campaign has launched Project Vote – an effort to increase voter registration, grass roots organizing and get out the vote. See below for a discussion of the effort and its leaders.Read More »Obama for America Campaign Launches Project Vote
Extending Election Hours? Not Likely.
Yesterday, election day trauma again brought calls to extend the hours for voting beyond the statutory 7 pm cut-off. This was the first earthquake-related request,… Read More »Extending Election Hours? Not Likely.
Congratulations to Alfonso, Theo, and Adam!
None of whom have GOP opposition! Also to Barbara Favola and Janet Oleszek – who definitely have GOP opposition and I hope will benefit from… Read More »Congratulations to Alfonso, Theo, and Adam!
Sacco & Vanzetti
Executed August 23, 1927.
Obama on the Ballot!
At many primary polling places today, volunteers are offering petitions to place President Obama on the ballot for 2012. We need 10,000 signatures statewide. So,… Read More »Obama on the Ballot!
Aug. 23 Primary Election Day – Polls Are Open!
From now until 7 pm. Check here for your polling place information. Check here for my comments on the races. I hope you will join… Read More »Aug. 23 Primary Election Day – Polls Are Open!
Allen continues his parade of tea party panders
George Allen told a Martinsville Bulletin reporter last week that he now opposes raising the debt ceiling, something he voted for four times during his six… Read More »Allen continues his parade of tea party panders
Bob Brink on Virginia
Here’s a link to Del. Bob Brink’s (short) address at George Mason re education, the humanities, and finding common ground in Virginia. “Virginia is a… Read More »Bob Brink on Virginia
Vote August 23 for Lopez, Stamos, and Others
Tuesday, August 23 is primary day – four General Assembly seats (three of which include Arlington) are up, as well as local offices, including the… Read More »Vote August 23 for Lopez, Stamos, and Others
GOP Presidential Candidate in 2012?
To be honest, I really don’t care that much. I’ve always thought it was important for Democrats to nominate the best candidate, and not worry… Read More »GOP Presidential Candidate in 2012?
DNC Fall Meeting – Sept 9 & 10, 2011
The Democratic National Committee will hold its Fall meeting on September 9 – 10, at the JW Marriott at Adams and LaSalle in President Obama’s hometown… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Sept 9 & 10, 2011
Virginia budget cuts continue to hit home
This week the News-Leader examined how cuts to Virginia’s human services budgets are putting further strain on our already crowded mental health facilities, an issue… Read More »Virginia budget cuts continue to hit home
DNC Communications Report 8/5/2011
President Obama’s efforts to put America back to work; and holding the GOP responsible for hurting the economy.
DPVA Chair Moran Urges Focus on State Races
This fall (2011), we have elections for the Virginia General Assembly (the State House of Delegates and the State Senate), County Constitutional Officers (Commonwealth’s Attorney, Sheriff, Treasurer, Commissioner… Read More »DPVA Chair Moran Urges Focus on State Races
Maybe Next Year
(no new panda)
Here’s the Deal
A win because it avoids global economic catastrophe, but much work to do. More details here.
DNC Communications Report – 7/29/2011
GOP needs to agree to raise the debt limit and stop destroying the economy for short term political gain. See the Weekly Update, click here.… Read More »DNC Communications Report – 7/29/2011
Support Fair Congressional Redistricting
Glad to see support for the State Senate plan which would result a congressional delegation that more fairly represents Virginia. It has been suggested that… Read More »Support Fair Congressional Redistricting
DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Approves State Plans
The DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee met in Washington today to review and give conditional or final approval to approximately 25 state 2012 Democratic National… Read More »DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Approves State Plans
DNC Chair Wasserman Schultz’s on the Passing of Chuck Manatt
Washington, DC– Last night, former DNC Chair Chuck Manatt passed away. In recognition of his passing, DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz released the following statement:… Read More »DNC Chair Wasserman Schultz’s on the Passing of Chuck Manatt
DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Approves VA Plan
The DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee, meeting in Washington DC today, gave final approval to the Virginia Delegate Selection Plan for the 2012 Democratic National Convention. … Read More »DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Approves VA Plan
DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Meeting this am
at 9:30 at the Capitol Hilton. I’ll have a report later this morning.
Vote for Alfonso Lopez, Update
The Washington Post agrees, stating that Alfonso Lopez, is “vastly more qualified candidate” than the other candidate.