Bolling heading-up group to save taxpayers some money

It’s not the most glamorous group in the world, but it is one which might save you a buck or two.
According to a Bolling/McDonnell press release, “The [Infrastructure in Virginia] Working Group will review governmental rules and regulations regarding education and transportation construction infrastructure in order to increase efficiencies, reduce bureaucracy and mitigate adverse impacts […]

McDonnell’s chances improve with House actions on transportation

While Democrats Del. Brian Moran and Sen. Creigh Deeds voted in favor of massive tax increases to fund transportation and Gov. Tim Kaine’s transportation bill failed to muster even a single vote, it would appear that Republicans have solid ground in 2009 to demonstrate why they are the party of ideas and Democrats are mired […]

VPOD. Episode 30. Interview: John Brownlee, candidate, Virginia Attorney General

Former U.S. Attorney in Virginia, John Brownlee, recently announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Virginia Attorney General. Brownlee was wrapping-up a visit to Hampton Roads, which included a speech to the Norfolk Republican Party, when I caught up with him to discuss his background and campaign. We additionally discussed his “justice […]

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VPOD. Episode 29. Interview: Attorney General Bob McDonnell.

Attorney General Bob McDonnell is calling for extensive VDOT reforms before raising any taxes commonwealth-wide. I had the opportunity to catch-up with him at his Richmond office to discuss his ideas on this special session and possible outcomes.

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Foster Talk

As J.R. posted yesterday, David Foster, former Arlington, Va. school board member, has set up an exploratory committee for a run for Attorney General. In a mailing he emphasizes his 27 years of law experience and his deep Virginia roots.
This photo was taken at the Advance, in December 2007, in Foster’s hospitality suite, as he […]

Virginia’s fallen memorialized at the Capitol

Yesterday, Virginia leaders and dignitaries paid respect to Virginia citizens who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom during the Global War on Terror. 29 more names were added to the wall which now bears the names and images of 170 servicemembers who gave all for us.

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JB 4 AG

As reported by all the usual suspects today, Former U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia, John Brownlee, announced his candidacy for Virginia’s next Attorney General. I was fortunate enough to have been at the announcment today and have just a few thoughts on the occasion. First, however, I should make it clear that […]

Brownlee running

AP is reporting that John Brownlee will be making his AG-candidacy announcement today. What clued them in?

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“Mayor” Wilder retiring

Former Gov. Douglas Wilder, America’s first African-American governor, has decided not to seek re-election as mayor of Richmond.
Since Wilder’s term as governor, candidates seeking elected office, have always sought his endorsement.

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Cuccinelli endorses Wolf, but that’s not all…

Dispelling the gossip in some circles, Cuccinelli endorsed his Congressman for re-election at — if my inbox time stamp is correct — at something like 4am this morning.
From the Cuccinelli Compass

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Republicans declare Kaine’s transpo-bill DOA

From today’s Virginian-Pilot:
“I don’t see anything positive in the plan that could make it something that could be considered,” said House Majority Leader Morgan Griffith, R-Salem. “It’s all tax, tax, tax.”

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AG 09 Watch - Harris Out, Maybe Foster In?

According to Bob Gibson at the Daily Progress, Paul Harris is definitely out of the running for Attorney General, at least in 2009.
And according the Shad Plank and the Washington Post, David Foster, an attorney, is considering a run. Foster had a hospitality suite at the Advance last December, which had to tell people he […]

VPOD w/McDonnell after he and Bolling receive, effectively, the Republican nomination

This morning, a letter was released from every Republican member of Congress from Virginia, every Republican District Chair in Virginia, the entire General Assembly GOP leadership team, the leadership of the State Central Committee, and a host of other prominent and involved Republican leaders voicing their strong support of Bob McDonnell for Governor, and Bill […]

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McDonnell: merit-based judicial selection is the best course

It should come as no surprise to any of us who have followed politics for a number of years that Attorney General Bob McDonnell from the time he was a delegate has been a strong proponent of merit-based judicial selection.

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VPOD: State Sen. Ken Cuccinelli, candidate, Virginia Attorney General

In tonight’s VPOD, State Sen. Ken Cuccinelli begins to outline his case to become Virginia’s next Attorney General. The Senator discusses his record, personal property rights, the conservative movement, voter trends and much more.
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