DPVA to Meet this Weekend
The Democratic Party of Virginia State Central and Steering Committees will meet in Woodbridge, Virginia on Sept. 16-17. I believe that this is the first meeting… Read More »DPVA to Meet this Weekend
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Support the American Jobs Act!
It’s about time Congress heard from mainstream Americans who want to put the country back to work. The DNC has a great American Jobs Act… Read More »Support the American Jobs Act!
DNC Meeting – Obama Campaign Update
Jim Messina – national campaign manager gave a reelection campaign update to DNC members. Highlights: • We will run a 50 state strategy; have staff everywhere; … Read More »DNC Meeting – Obama Campaign Update
DNC General Meeting – Fall 2011
Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz presided over her first DNC meeting and gave a strong speech supporting passage of the American Jobs Act and the reelection… Read More »DNC General Meeting – Fall 2011
DNC Southern Caucus
The DNC is divided into four regional caucuses – Virginia is part of the Southern Region. Some highlights of this morning’s meeting: • DPVA Chair… Read More »DNC Southern Caucus
DNC Rules and Bylaws Commitee – Comment
I really appreciate all the work the DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee has done over this cycle, and over today’s three hour meeting, but here… Read More »DNC Rules and Bylaws Commitee – Comment
DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Meeting Report
The DNC RBC met for almost three hours today and approved 19 state delegate selection plans,completing their work of approving 56 total plans. One state (CT) will… Read More »DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Meeting Report
DNC Resolutions Committee
The DNC Resolutions Committee met and endorsed 17 resolutions. Nine were commemorative and included resolutions honoring Virginia’s own Ray Colley, former DNC Chair Chuck Manatt,… Read More »DNC Resolutions Committee
Visiting Obama HQ (Chicago)
Today’s DNC day in Chicago began with a nice walk to the Obama national campaign headquarters, in the Prudential Building overlooking Lake Michigan. The staff… Read More »Visiting Obama HQ (Chicago)
The November 2011 Elections Are Really Important
In case you missed it, here is the Washington Post Blog’s recent article on the the “nut jobs” Republicans are running this fall for the State… Read More »The November 2011 Elections Are Really Important
The DNC New Vice-Chair
MinnPost – Mayor R.T. Rybak’s high-profile, national Democratic post is perfect for longtime Obama advocate.
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.