Jody Wagner — Roanoke Times Gets it Right
Roanoke Times, Oct. 27, 2008
Editorial: Wagner for lt. governor
The Democratic candidate can bring a trove of useful knowledge and experience to the job.Read More »Jody Wagner — Roanoke Times Gets it Right
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$$ = Media Buy = Getting the word out = Jody Wagner Win
Here’s a message from Jody Wagner today –Read More »$$ = Media Buy = Getting the word out = Jody Wagner Win
Washington Post — Jody Wagner Endorsement
In case you missed it:
The Washington Post
Jody Wagner for lieutenant governor
In Virginia, a problem-solver is a better bet than a pol.Read More »Washington Post — Jody Wagner Endorsement
DNC Oct. Change Commission Meeting – Followup
Here is some additional information on the October 24, 2009 DNC Change Commission meeting. First, here’s a link to a post by Change Commission member… Read More »DNC Oct. Change Commission Meeting – Followup
DNC Change Commission – Oct 24 pm Session
In the afternoon session, the Commission was presented with DNC staff options and discussed the timing, super delegate, and caucus issues. The options were suggestions only and do not bind the Commission. The afternoon session began with Virginian Larry Roberts bringing greetings from DNC Chair Governor Kaine. At the next and final meeting – December 5th in DC – the Commission will adopt its recommendations. The proposals and some of the discussion points are set forth below.Read More »DNC Change Commission – Oct 24 pm Session
DNC Change Commision – Oct 24 AM Session
The DNC Change Commission held its second meeting in Washington DC today to hear public comments on the presidential nomination process timing, the role of unpledged automatic or super delegates (SDs), and recommendations for improving caucuses, and begin its discussion of options. The meeting was chaired by Congressman Clyburn (D-SC). Virginians Hon. Alexis Herman and Hon. Jennifer McClellan attended as members of the Commission. Below are my notes from the morning session.Read More »DNC Change Commision – Oct 24 AM Session
DNC Change Commission Meeting Today
The DNC Change Commission is meeting today in Washington DC. Details to follow. http://www.demconwatchblog.com/diary/2633/democratic-change-commission-meeting-tomorrow
DNC Change Commission to Meet
The DNC Change Commission, which is reviewing the Democratic Party Presidential candidate nomination process will meet on Saturday, October 24, 2009, at 9:30 (tentative) at the … Read More »DNC Change Commission to Meet
DNC Fall Meeting – Rez & Pix
Here are the resolutions adopted at last weekend’s DNC meeting and pictures of Chairman Kaine, the Texas BBQ, and the Texas Capitol dome.
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 3
Virginian election update – Virginia national commiteewoman Mame Reiley was re-elected as Chair of the Women’s Caucus and Alfonso Lopez was elected as the Southern Region Vice Chair of the Hispanic Caucus. Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 3
DNC Fall Meeting Day 2 – Part 2
SOUTHERN CAUCUS — The caucus spans states from Texas to Virginia, and includes West Virginia. The Caucus elected new officers, including our own DNC committeeman Lionell Spruill as Southern Caucus 1st Vice Chair. Other officers are Chair Gilda Cobb-Hunter (SC), 2nd Vice-Chair Karla Bradley (ARK), Secretary Lenora Sorola-Pohlman (TX), Treasurer David Parker (NC), and Southern Regional representatives to the executive commitee — Marie Prezioso (W.Va), Yvonne Davis (TX), Mitch Ceaser (FL), and Will Cheek (TN). Gilda is a member of the SC State House and will be an active and effective leader of the organization. Marie was president of the Young Democrats when I was active with that organization and has been an excellent DNC leaader. Alfonso Lopez was very happy to attend his first official function as a DNC member. Read More »DNC Fall Meeting Day 2 – Part 2
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 2 – Part 1
Today we will have a general session, regional caucus meetings which will elect officers (Virginia is in the Southern Caucus), and the DNC Executive Committee meeting.Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 2 – Part 1
DNC Fall Meeting Day 1 — Part 2
RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE: The Committee, which is chaired by James Zogby (DC) and Maria Echaveste (CA), and includes Barbara Easterlin from Virginia, considered and passed a number… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting Day 1 — Part 2
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 1
This morning’s first meeting is of the Association of State Democratic Chairs. This group, chaired by Ray Buckley (Vt.), includes State party chairs, highest ranking… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 1
Deeds on Health Care
All Virginians who want better health care and health insurance reform should support Creigh Deeds. Here’s Creigh’s health care plan. Here’s Creigh’s statement on President… Read More »Deeds on Health Care
DNC Fall Meeting – Agenda
In Austin, Texas for the 2 1/2 day Fall Meeting of the DNC. We are at a Marriott about 10 miles from downtown, so not certain will make it to 6th Street. Will try. I’ll be posting updates over the next few days. Here’s the Agenda:Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Agenda
Get Your Kennedy-King Dinner Tix Now!
Northern Virginia’s premier Democratic fundraiser — our 16th Kennedy King Dinner — will be held Friday, September 25, 2009, at Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, 5000… Read More »Get Your Kennedy-King Dinner Tix Now!
DPVA Central Committee to Meet
The Democratic Party of Virginia will hold its quarterly meeting this coming weekend at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center (2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway,… Read More »DPVA Central Committee to Meet
Deeds Country
We spent last weekend at the Hidden Valley B&B in Warm Springs — I don’t think anyone could grow up in… Read More »Deeds Country
Gov. Kaine Nominates DNC At Large, Committee Members
I am extremely honored and excited to have been nominated by Governor Kaine to serve on the DNC Credentials Committee. Governor Kaine has also nominated… Read More »Gov. Kaine Nominates DNC At Large, Committee Members
DNC Change Commission Meeting Postponed
As reported on DemConWatch, the DNC Change Commission meeting scheduled for Saturday, August 29th in St. Louis, was postponed due to the services for Senator… Read More »DNC Change Commission Meeting Postponed
Best Blogs for Rules Geeks
Here is my list of 10 blogs that do a fine job of covering party rules and related election law issues: Nate Silver’s fivethirtyeight.com Dem Con… Read More »Best Blogs for Rules Geeks
DNC to Meet Sept. 10-12 in Austin
The Democratic National Committee hold its fall meeting on September 10-12, 2009 (Thursday-Saturday) at the Renaissance Austin Hotel in Austin, Texas. (The DVPA State Central Committee,… Read More »DNC to Meet Sept. 10-12 in Austin
DNC Official Weekly Report – Aug 20
Health Care and a bit more – are we starting to turn the corner and are people starting to focus on the reality of the… Read More »DNC Official Weekly Report – Aug 20
Health Care – Reason and Empathy
How in the world did the health care debate get so ugly? This isn’t about sacrificing the well being of the American people on the… Read More »Health Care – Reason and Empathy
Health Care Talking Points (DNC 8/6/2009)
The DNC has issued a good summary demonstrating why we need sensible health care reform now. For more info: http://my.barackobama.com/page/s/commitaugust. See below.
DNC Change Commission Seeks Public Comment
As discussed on this site, the DNC Change Commission was established at last year’s National Convention and is charged with recommending changes to the Party’s 2012 presidential… Read More »DNC Change Commission Seeks Public Comment
Virginia’s Governor in 2013?
Dr. Larry Sabato has an interesting short piece on the importance of state Lt. Governors, noting that, among other things, they often become Governors. See… Read More »Virginia’s Governor in 2013?
10 Reasons Why NoVa Progressives Must Elect Creigh Deeds
All Virginians should support Creigh Deeds, but here are some answers to progressive Northern Virginians who might ask why they should work hard to elect Creigh. He… Read More »10 Reasons Why NoVa Progressives Must Elect Creigh Deeds