Daily Update: 10-31-11
Politics/Elections:
Political Text Messages Roil Senate Race In N.VA.
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/30/political-texts-roil-northern-virginia-senate-race/
Profile: Va. Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/profile-va-senate-majority-leader-dick-saslaw
21st Senate District Race Pits Political Veterans
Mason Adams
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300500
Virginia's Future Could Hinge On 22nd District
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/31/virginias-future-could-hinge-22nd-district-ar-1423466/
Fairfax School System Issues Are Creeping Into Barker-Baker Race
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/a-school-board-state-senate-election-connection/2011/10/26/gIQAH4nOTM_story.html
20Th Senate District Is A Critical Battlefield
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300475
Bolling Optimistic Of GOP Pickup In Senate District 20
Johnny Buck
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30716
TV Time Soaking Up Funds In Senate Race
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/30/tv-time-soaking-funds-senate-race-ar-1421754/
Puckett, Light Vying In Newly Redrawn Southwest Senate District
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/puckett-light-vying-four-year-term-newly-redrawn-s-ar-1420550/
Puckett Says He Was Inspired By His Late Father
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/puckett-says-he-was-inspired-his-late-father-ar-1420531/
Light Says God Inspired Him To Run
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/light-says-god-inspired-him-run-ar-1420544/
House Candidates Exchange Criticism In Race For Redrawn Seat
Jeff Sheler
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/house-candidates-exchange-criticism-race-redrawn-seat
12Th District Candidate Yost Gets $80,000 From GOP
Mike Gangloff
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300485
Democrats Boost Spending In N.va. Senate Races
Steve Contorno
Washington Examiner
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300485
Presley, Morefield Offer Different Strategies For Helping Region
Mac Mclean
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/presley-morefield-offer-different-strategies-ar-1420566/
Del. Barlow Challenged By Morris
Markus Schmidt
Progress Index
http://progress-index.com/news/barlow-challenged-by-morris-in-only-delegate-contest-1.1225501#axzz1cM0ytCN3
Merricks: Budget And Jobs Among Priorities
Eric Steinkopff
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30722
Outside Groups Eclipsing GOP As Hub Of Campaigns
Nicholas Confessore
New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/30/us/politics/outside-groups-eclipsing-gop-as-hub-of-campaigns-next-year.html?_r=3&hp
Children/Education:
UVA Moves To Decentralize Budgeting Process
Ted Strong
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/30/uva-moves-decentralize-budgeting-process-ar-1422598/
Editorials:
GOP Double Talk On Transportation Funding
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/in-virginia-gop-double-talk-on-transportation-funding/2011/10/28/gIQAzv2DXM_story.html
Occupy Richmond: Swift
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/31/tdopin01-swift-ar-1422205/
For The Virginia House And Senate
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/31/tdopin01-swift-ar-1422205/
OP-ED:
Schapiro: Mcdonnell Doing A Job On State Workers
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/30/tdmet01-schapiro-mcdonnell-doing-a-job-on-state-wo-ar-1420876/
Welcome to the Virginia House of Delegates Daily Update! Each day a new update will be posted with a collection of articles from state and nationwide newspapers and media outlets concerning the government and politics of Virginia. Feel free to post replies and comments.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Friday, October 28, 2011
Daily Update: 10-28-11
Governor:
McDonnell Will Not Rule Out State Layoffs
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/28/9/tdmain01-mcdonnell-will-not-rule-out-state-layoffs-ar-1416231/
McDonnell, Pursuing Lockheed Martin, Says Md. Is Less Friendly To Business
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-pursuing-lockheed-martin-says-maryland-is-less-friendly-to-business/2011/10/27/gIQAFG7AMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell To Announce Plan To Hire Hundreds In Isle Of Wight County
Josh Brown
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-announce-plan-hire-hundreds-isle-wight-county
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Job Cuts At Altria To Affect Richmond
John Reid Blackwell
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/27/5/philip-morris-to-cut-costs-staff-ar-1414791/
Employer Health Coverage Rate Down In Virginia
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/27/employer-health-coverage-rate-down-in-virginia/
Politics/Elections:
Democrats Train Sights On Gun Issues In N. Va. Races
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/democrats-train-sights-on-gun-issues-in-northern-virginia-races/2011/10/26/gIQApUhSMM_story.html
Democrats Accuse GOP Of Scaring Va. Voters With Unsolicited Texts
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Democrats Decry Unsolicited Texts Targeting State Candidates
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Democrats Tee'd Off By Texts
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/democrats-teed-texts
Abbott, Watson Show Sharp Contrasts In House Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-abbott-watson-williamsburg-debate-20111027,0,4294338.story
Northam Plays Trump Card During Wednesday's Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/northam-plays-trump-card-during-wednesday-debate.html
Houck Gets Endorsement From Ex-Sen. Chichester
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10282011/661508
Stanley Stumps In Henry County
Mickey Powell
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30655
No GOP Attend Blacksburg Forum By Women's Group
Lerone Graham
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300400
Dodson, Garrett Vying For Facebook Fans
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/27/dodson-garrett-vying-facebook-fans-ar-1416265/
Money No Issue For Mclean Del. Barbara Comstock
Kali Schumitz
Fairfax Times
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes
Herman Cain To Return To Virginia Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes
Rove Coming To Regent, Cain To Northern Va.
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/rove-coming-regent-cain-northern-va
Children/Education:
State Superintendents Unveil Education Reform Efforts
Jeremy Slayton
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/28/tdmet04-state-superintendents-unveil-education-ref-ar-1416243/
Finding A Way To Fund Higher Education
Gary Robertson
Va Business Magazine
http://www.virginiabusiness.com/index.php/news/article/finding-a-way-to-fund-higher-education/314936/
Editorials:
House Of Delegates Districts 95 And 98 Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-bacote-editorial-1028-20111027,0,5803872.story
Infusing A Noble Cause Into Politics
Danville Register & Bee Editorial
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/28/infusing-noble-cause-politics-ar-1415976/
Widen Access To Public Records
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370
OP-ED:
Williams: Learning The Language Of Occupy Richmond
Michael Paul Williams
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370
Governor:
McDonnell Will Not Rule Out State Layoffs
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/28/9/tdmain01-mcdonnell-will-not-rule-out-state-layoffs-ar-1416231/
McDonnell, Pursuing Lockheed Martin, Says Md. Is Less Friendly To Business
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-pursuing-lockheed-martin-says-maryland-is-less-friendly-to-business/2011/10/27/gIQAFG7AMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell To Announce Plan To Hire Hundreds In Isle Of Wight County
Josh Brown
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-announce-plan-hire-hundreds-isle-wight-county
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Job Cuts At Altria To Affect Richmond
John Reid Blackwell
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/27/5/philip-morris-to-cut-costs-staff-ar-1414791/
Employer Health Coverage Rate Down In Virginia
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/27/employer-health-coverage-rate-down-in-virginia/
Politics/Elections:
Democrats Train Sights On Gun Issues In N. Va. Races
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/democrats-train-sights-on-gun-issues-in-northern-virginia-races/2011/10/26/gIQApUhSMM_story.html
Democrats Accuse GOP Of Scaring Va. Voters With Unsolicited Texts
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Democrats Decry Unsolicited Texts Targeting State Candidates
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Democrats Tee'd Off By Texts
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/democrats-teed-texts
Abbott, Watson Show Sharp Contrasts In House Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-abbott-watson-williamsburg-debate-20111027,0,4294338.story
Northam Plays Trump Card During Wednesday's Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/northam-plays-trump-card-during-wednesday-debate.html
Houck Gets Endorsement From Ex-Sen. Chichester
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10282011/661508
Stanley Stumps In Henry County
Mickey Powell
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30655
No GOP Attend Blacksburg Forum By Women's Group
Lerone Graham
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300400
Dodson, Garrett Vying For Facebook Fans
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/27/dodson-garrett-vying-facebook-fans-ar-1416265/
Money No Issue For Mclean Del. Barbara Comstock
Kali Schumitz
Fairfax Times
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes
Herman Cain To Return To Virginia Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes
Rove Coming To Regent, Cain To Northern Va.
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/rove-coming-regent-cain-northern-va
Children/Education:
State Superintendents Unveil Education Reform Efforts
Jeremy Slayton
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/28/tdmet04-state-superintendents-unveil-education-ref-ar-1416243/
Finding A Way To Fund Higher Education
Gary Robertson
Va Business Magazine
http://www.virginiabusiness.com/index.php/news/article/finding-a-way-to-fund-higher-education/314936/
Editorials:
House Of Delegates Districts 95 And 98 Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-bacote-editorial-1028-20111027,0,5803872.story
Infusing A Noble Cause Into Politics
Danville Register & Bee Editorial
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/28/infusing-noble-cause-politics-ar-1415976/
Widen Access To Public Records
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370
OP-ED:
Williams: Learning The Language Of Occupy Richmond
Michael Paul Williams
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Daily Update: 10-27-11
Governor:
McDonnell Pressed For Meeting On Abortion Rules
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-pressed-meeting-abortion-rules
Attorney General:
Cuccinelli Health Care Appeal Left Off U.S. Supreme Court Calendar
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/cuccinelli-health-care-appeal-left-us-supreme-court-calendar
Politics/Elections:
Who Is Jeff Evans -- And Why Isn't He Spending $1 Million?
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/26/who-jeff-evans-ar-1413173/
National GOP Group Donates Another $550,000 To VA Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/national-gop-group-donates-another-550000-to-va-candidates/2011/10/26/gIQApiviJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Big Names, Big Donations In Battle For Senate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11951394123/big-names-big-donations-in-battle-for-senate
Current And Ex-Governor Helping In Virginia House Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/current-and-ex-governor-helping-in-virginia-house-races/2011/10/26/gIQAkdgBJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Virginia House Hopeful Admits Affair With Student
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-house-hopeful-admits-affair-student
Candidates' Past Surfaces Again In House Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidates-past-surfaces-again-house-race-ar-1413347/
Anti-Abortion Group Backs Reeves, Targets Houck
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/26/anti-abortion-group-backs-reeves-targets-houck/
Anti-Abortion Group Targets Sen. Houck
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/anti-abortion-group-targets-sen-houck/2011/10/26/gIQAt9PUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Loyola, Northam Air Tv Ads As Election Approaches
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-northam-air-tv-ads-election-approaches
In Candidates' Debate, Economy Is Front And Center
Janie Bryant
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/candidates-debate-economy-front-and-center
GOP Hopes To Secure Seat In 12th House District
Mike Gangloff
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300327
Candidates Introduce Themselves To Manassas Park Residents
Keith Walker
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidate-introduce-themselves-manassas-park-resid-ar-1413418/
VA Dems Unleash Horror Movie Web Ad
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/va-dems-unleash-horror-movie-web-ad.html
Romney Fires Up Volunteers In Fairfax Before Elections
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-greets-volunteers-in-fairfax-before-virginia-elections/2011/10/26/gIQAhbQUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Editorials:
Jobs And Jabs
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660901
Red Licorice
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660940
Governor:
McDonnell Pressed For Meeting On Abortion Rules
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-pressed-meeting-abortion-rules
Attorney General:
Cuccinelli Health Care Appeal Left Off U.S. Supreme Court Calendar
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/cuccinelli-health-care-appeal-left-us-supreme-court-calendar
Politics/Elections:
Who Is Jeff Evans -- And Why Isn't He Spending $1 Million?
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/26/who-jeff-evans-ar-1413173/
National GOP Group Donates Another $550,000 To VA Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/national-gop-group-donates-another-550000-to-va-candidates/2011/10/26/gIQApiviJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Big Names, Big Donations In Battle For Senate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11951394123/big-names-big-donations-in-battle-for-senate
Current And Ex-Governor Helping In Virginia House Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/current-and-ex-governor-helping-in-virginia-house-races/2011/10/26/gIQAkdgBJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Virginia House Hopeful Admits Affair With Student
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-house-hopeful-admits-affair-student
Candidates' Past Surfaces Again In House Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidates-past-surfaces-again-house-race-ar-1413347/
Anti-Abortion Group Backs Reeves, Targets Houck
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/26/anti-abortion-group-backs-reeves-targets-houck/
Anti-Abortion Group Targets Sen. Houck
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/anti-abortion-group-targets-sen-houck/2011/10/26/gIQAt9PUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Loyola, Northam Air Tv Ads As Election Approaches
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-northam-air-tv-ads-election-approaches
In Candidates' Debate, Economy Is Front And Center
Janie Bryant
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/candidates-debate-economy-front-and-center
GOP Hopes To Secure Seat In 12th House District
Mike Gangloff
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300327
Candidates Introduce Themselves To Manassas Park Residents
Keith Walker
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidate-introduce-themselves-manassas-park-resid-ar-1413418/
VA Dems Unleash Horror Movie Web Ad
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/va-dems-unleash-horror-movie-web-ad.html
Romney Fires Up Volunteers In Fairfax Before Elections
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-greets-volunteers-in-fairfax-before-virginia-elections/2011/10/26/gIQAhbQUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Editorials:
Jobs And Jabs
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660901
Red Licorice
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660940
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Daily Update: 10-26-11
Governor:
McDonnell Seeks Ok For Troopers To Train As Immigration Agents
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-frustrated-feds-havent-given-okay-for-troopers-to-train-as-immigration-agents/2011/10/25/gIQAzBN3FM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell Addresses Occupy Wall Street
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio
Politics/Elections:
Senate Democrats Run From Obama And To...McDonnell?
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio
National Dems Give $100,000 To Protect Senate Majority
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/national-dems-give-100000-protect-party-control-state-senate
DNC Donates $100,000 To Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/dnc-donates-100000-to-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/25/gIQA5k6AGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Va. Democrats Shift Campaign Focus To Abortion, Guns
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/25/democrats-shift-campaign-focus-to-abortion-guns/
Colgan Reprises ‘Rocky Balboa’ Role In New Tv Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/colgan-reprises-rocky-balboa-role-in-new-tv-ad/2011/10/25/gIQAMohdGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Deeds, Aldous Clash Over Jobs, Education Funding
Graham Moomaw
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/25/deeds-aldous-clash-over-jobs-education-funding-uva-ar-1410383/
Stanley Announces Fundraiser — For Charities
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/25/candidate-promotes-different-kind-campaign-danvill-ar-1410223/
Challenger Rises For 75Th House District
Patrick Kane
Progress Index
http://progress-index.com/news/challenger-rises-for-75th-house-district-1.1223416#axzz1bsu24Jil
Virginia Ballots Skimp On Party Affiliation For Local Candidates
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/virginia-ballots-skimp-on-party-id/2011/10/21/gIQAHYuuGM_story.html?wprss=rss_virginia
Democrats Attack Romney Ahead Of Virginia Visit
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-attack-romney-ahead-of-virginia-visit/2011/10/25/gIQAxuqQGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Romney Organizes In Va. For Presidential Race
Steve Contorno
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/romney-organizes-va-presidential-race?utm_source=feedburner+dcexaminer/Local&utm_medium=feed+Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news&utm_campaign=Feed:+dcexaminer/Local+(Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news)feed&utm_content=feed&utm_term=feed
Children/Education:
Va. Higher-Ed Agency Makes Budget Recommendations
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-highered-agency-makes-budget-recommendations
Transportation:
Virginia Port Authority Wants A Voice On New U.S. 460
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460
Editorials:
Two-Party System On The Ropes In Virginia Races
Washington Post Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460
OP-ED:
Schapiro: GOP Savors Outlook For Senate
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/26/tdmet01-schapiro-gop-savors-outlook-for-senate-ar-1410441/
Governor:
McDonnell Seeks Ok For Troopers To Train As Immigration Agents
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-frustrated-feds-havent-given-okay-for-troopers-to-train-as-immigration-agents/2011/10/25/gIQAzBN3FM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell Addresses Occupy Wall Street
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio
Politics/Elections:
Senate Democrats Run From Obama And To...McDonnell?
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio
National Dems Give $100,000 To Protect Senate Majority
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/national-dems-give-100000-protect-party-control-state-senate
DNC Donates $100,000 To Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/dnc-donates-100000-to-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/25/gIQA5k6AGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Va. Democrats Shift Campaign Focus To Abortion, Guns
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/25/democrats-shift-campaign-focus-to-abortion-guns/
Colgan Reprises ‘Rocky Balboa’ Role In New Tv Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/colgan-reprises-rocky-balboa-role-in-new-tv-ad/2011/10/25/gIQAMohdGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Deeds, Aldous Clash Over Jobs, Education Funding
Graham Moomaw
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/25/deeds-aldous-clash-over-jobs-education-funding-uva-ar-1410383/
Stanley Announces Fundraiser — For Charities
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/25/candidate-promotes-different-kind-campaign-danvill-ar-1410223/
Challenger Rises For 75Th House District
Patrick Kane
Progress Index
http://progress-index.com/news/challenger-rises-for-75th-house-district-1.1223416#axzz1bsu24Jil
Virginia Ballots Skimp On Party Affiliation For Local Candidates
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/virginia-ballots-skimp-on-party-id/2011/10/21/gIQAHYuuGM_story.html?wprss=rss_virginia
Democrats Attack Romney Ahead Of Virginia Visit
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-attack-romney-ahead-of-virginia-visit/2011/10/25/gIQAxuqQGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Romney Organizes In Va. For Presidential Race
Steve Contorno
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/romney-organizes-va-presidential-race?utm_source=feedburner+dcexaminer/Local&utm_medium=feed+Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news&utm_campaign=Feed:+dcexaminer/Local+(Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news)feed&utm_content=feed&utm_term=feed
Children/Education:
Va. Higher-Ed Agency Makes Budget Recommendations
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-highered-agency-makes-budget-recommendations
Transportation:
Virginia Port Authority Wants A Voice On New U.S. 460
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460
Editorials:
Two-Party System On The Ropes In Virginia Races
Washington Post Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460
OP-ED:
Schapiro: GOP Savors Outlook For Senate
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/26/tdmet01-schapiro-gop-savors-outlook-for-senate-ar-1410441/
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Governor:
MCDONNELL ASKS FOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR LOUISA COUNTY SCHOOLS
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-asks-for-disaster-declaration-for-louisa-county-schools.html
MCDONNELL SEEKS FEDERAL AID FOR QUAKE DAMAGE
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-seeks-federal-aid-quake-damage
Politics/Elections:
2011 CANDIDATES FIND THE RIGHT ADDRESSES
JIM NOLAN AND TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/25/tdmain01-2011-candidates-find-the-right-addresses-ar-1407546/
DODSON TV COMMERCIALS AIR; GARRETT CANCELS DEBATE APPEARANCE
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/24/dodson-tv-commercials-air-garrett-cancels-debate-a-ar-1407496/
GOP HOPEFUL O'QUINN HAS POLITICAL CREDITS
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/24/gop-hopeful-oquinn-has-political-credits-ar-1404912/
MILLER, CHOHANY CONTINUE TO SPAR OVER GAS TAX
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-aarp-miller-chohany-debate-20111024,0,5164707.story
BIG-NAME BOOST TO LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/big-name-politicians-visit-virginia-to-help-legislative-candidates/2011/10/24/gIQAV4LjDM_story.html
SOME HOUSE DEMOCRATS LOOKING FOR NEW MINORITY LEADER
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-house-democrats-looking-for-new-minority-leader/2011/10/23/gIQAvjjqCM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
TEA PARTY AIRS TV AD IN N. VA. TARGETING SENATE DEMOCRATS
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
BOLLING TREATS CAMPAIGN DONORS TO A GETAWAY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Transportation:
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY LEERY OF SENDING MONEY TO THE STATE
PETER FROST
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/business/dp-nws-port-authority-20111024,0,7291841.story
Health:
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN VIRGINIA MAKE PROGRESS ON WAITING LIST
DAVID RESS
News Leader
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111025/NEWS01/110250322/1002/rss
In the know:
NEW VA. LAWS INCREASE FEES IN BODY ART, GROOMING
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/
OP-ED:
WILLIAMS: VA. SHOULD ALLOW CHARTER SCHOOLS MORE AUTONOMY
MICHAEL PAUL WILLIAMS
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/
MCDONNELL ASKS FOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR LOUISA COUNTY SCHOOLS
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-asks-for-disaster-declaration-for-louisa-county-schools.html
MCDONNELL SEEKS FEDERAL AID FOR QUAKE DAMAGE
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-seeks-federal-aid-quake-damage
Politics/Elections:
2011 CANDIDATES FIND THE RIGHT ADDRESSES
JIM NOLAN AND TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/25/tdmain01-2011-candidates-find-the-right-addresses-ar-1407546/
DODSON TV COMMERCIALS AIR; GARRETT CANCELS DEBATE APPEARANCE
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/24/dodson-tv-commercials-air-garrett-cancels-debate-a-ar-1407496/
GOP HOPEFUL O'QUINN HAS POLITICAL CREDITS
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/24/gop-hopeful-oquinn-has-political-credits-ar-1404912/
MILLER, CHOHANY CONTINUE TO SPAR OVER GAS TAX
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-aarp-miller-chohany-debate-20111024,0,5164707.story
BIG-NAME BOOST TO LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/big-name-politicians-visit-virginia-to-help-legislative-candidates/2011/10/24/gIQAV4LjDM_story.html
SOME HOUSE DEMOCRATS LOOKING FOR NEW MINORITY LEADER
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-house-democrats-looking-for-new-minority-leader/2011/10/23/gIQAvjjqCM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
TEA PARTY AIRS TV AD IN N. VA. TARGETING SENATE DEMOCRATS
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
BOLLING TREATS CAMPAIGN DONORS TO A GETAWAY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Transportation:
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY LEERY OF SENDING MONEY TO THE STATE
PETER FROST
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/business/dp-nws-port-authority-20111024,0,7291841.story
Health:
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN VIRGINIA MAKE PROGRESS ON WAITING LIST
DAVID RESS
News Leader
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111025/NEWS01/110250322/1002/rss
In the know:
NEW VA. LAWS INCREASE FEES IN BODY ART, GROOMING
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/
OP-ED:
WILLIAMS: VA. SHOULD ALLOW CHARTER SCHOOLS MORE AUTONOMY
MICHAEL PAUL WILLIAMS
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/
Monday, October 24, 2011
Daily Update: 10-24-11
Legislature:
VA. OFFICIALS TO MEET ABOUT SETTING UP HEALTH-INSURANCE EXCHANGE
MICHAEL MARTZ
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/24/tdmet01-va-officials-to-meet-about-setting-up-heal-ar-1404857/
AFTER 20 YEARS OF CROSSING AISLES, QUAYLE IS DRAWN OUT
JEFF SHELER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/after-20-years-crossing-aisles-quayle-drawn-out
Attorney General:
IN NELSON, CUCCINELLI TALKS FRAUD, ELDER ABUSE
ERIN MCGRATH
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/21/nelson-cuccinelli-talks-fraud-elder-abuse-ar-1401051/
CUCCINELLI SAYS 'GOOD CHANCE' HE'LL RUN FOR GOVERNOR, BUT DOESN'T SPECIFY WHEN
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/norfolk-cuccinelli-says-good-chance-hell-run-governor
Commonwealth’s Economy:
ECONOMIC ANNOUNCEMENT IN WORKS FOR ISLE OF WIGHT?
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/isle-of-wight-county/dp-nws-windsor-intermodal-business-20111023,0,6277501.story
VIRGINIA UNEMPLOYMENT RATE RISES TO 6.5 PERCENT IN SEPTEMBER
MICHAEL FELBERBAUM
Associated Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/va--unemployment-va-20111021,0,1003831.story
Politics/Elections:
VA. HOUSE OF DELEGATES RACE BETWEEN ARMSTRONG, POINDEXTER TURNS HEATED AND COSTLY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/va-house-of-delegates-race-between-armstrong-poindexter-turns-heated-and-costly/2011/10/19/gIQAsDdm7L_story.html
NEWPORT NEWS SENATOR DENIES JOB, LEGISLATION ARE CONNECTED
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/dp-nws-miller-orion-20111022,0,2699481.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews+%28Daily+Press+-+Front+Page+News%29
IN BUSINESSES, CANDIDATES BOTH RECEIVE PUBLIC MONEY
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/businesses-candidates-both-receive-public-money
HOUCK IN 8TH TOUGH RACE
BOB LEWIS
Associated Press
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/56188b472261495a898afe883bca8c41/VA--South-Portico/
BERNARD CHALLENGES WATKINS FOR STATE SENATE SEAT
WESLEY P. HESTER
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/23/2/tdmain01-bernard-challenges-watkins-for-state-sena-ar-1402998/
O'QUINN, OSBOURNE VIE FOR SOUTHWEST VA. HOUSE SEAT
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/23/oquinn-osborne-vy-seat-ar-1402880/
ALL EYES ON 20TH DISTRICT STATE SENATE MATCHUP
TIFFANY HOLLAND
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/22/all-eyes-state-senate-matchup-ar-1401069/
LOYOLA AIMS TO UNSEAT NORTHAM IN 6TH SENATE DISTRICT
JANIE BRYANT
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-aims-unseat-northam-6th-senate-district
LOBBYISTS PLACE EARLY BETS ON OPEN HOUSE SEATS
VPAP.ORG UPDATES
http://www.vpap.org/updates/show/867
VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS TARGET ANTI-ABORTION CANDIDATE
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-target-anti-abortion-senator/2011/10/21/gIQAdcxD4L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
WEBB, HOUCK DECRY POLITICAL POLARIZATION IN WASHINGTON AND RICHMOND.
DONNIE JOHNSTON
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660279
In the know:
NORTH ANNA REACTORS WILL STAY IDLE INTO NOVEMBER
RUSTY DENNEN
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660143
Editorials:
AN ELECTION IS COMING
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/election-coming
Legislature:
VA. OFFICIALS TO MEET ABOUT SETTING UP HEALTH-INSURANCE EXCHANGE
MICHAEL MARTZ
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/24/tdmet01-va-officials-to-meet-about-setting-up-heal-ar-1404857/
AFTER 20 YEARS OF CROSSING AISLES, QUAYLE IS DRAWN OUT
JEFF SHELER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/after-20-years-crossing-aisles-quayle-drawn-out
Attorney General:
IN NELSON, CUCCINELLI TALKS FRAUD, ELDER ABUSE
ERIN MCGRATH
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/21/nelson-cuccinelli-talks-fraud-elder-abuse-ar-1401051/
CUCCINELLI SAYS 'GOOD CHANCE' HE'LL RUN FOR GOVERNOR, BUT DOESN'T SPECIFY WHEN
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/norfolk-cuccinelli-says-good-chance-hell-run-governor
Commonwealth’s Economy:
ECONOMIC ANNOUNCEMENT IN WORKS FOR ISLE OF WIGHT?
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/isle-of-wight-county/dp-nws-windsor-intermodal-business-20111023,0,6277501.story
VIRGINIA UNEMPLOYMENT RATE RISES TO 6.5 PERCENT IN SEPTEMBER
MICHAEL FELBERBAUM
Associated Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/va--unemployment-va-20111021,0,1003831.story
Politics/Elections:
VA. HOUSE OF DELEGATES RACE BETWEEN ARMSTRONG, POINDEXTER TURNS HEATED AND COSTLY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/va-house-of-delegates-race-between-armstrong-poindexter-turns-heated-and-costly/2011/10/19/gIQAsDdm7L_story.html
NEWPORT NEWS SENATOR DENIES JOB, LEGISLATION ARE CONNECTED
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/dp-nws-miller-orion-20111022,0,2699481.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews+%28Daily+Press+-+Front+Page+News%29
IN BUSINESSES, CANDIDATES BOTH RECEIVE PUBLIC MONEY
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/businesses-candidates-both-receive-public-money
HOUCK IN 8TH TOUGH RACE
BOB LEWIS
Associated Press
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/56188b472261495a898afe883bca8c41/VA--South-Portico/
BERNARD CHALLENGES WATKINS FOR STATE SENATE SEAT
WESLEY P. HESTER
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/23/2/tdmain01-bernard-challenges-watkins-for-state-sena-ar-1402998/
O'QUINN, OSBOURNE VIE FOR SOUTHWEST VA. HOUSE SEAT
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/23/oquinn-osborne-vy-seat-ar-1402880/
ALL EYES ON 20TH DISTRICT STATE SENATE MATCHUP
TIFFANY HOLLAND
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/22/all-eyes-state-senate-matchup-ar-1401069/
LOYOLA AIMS TO UNSEAT NORTHAM IN 6TH SENATE DISTRICT
JANIE BRYANT
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-aims-unseat-northam-6th-senate-district
LOBBYISTS PLACE EARLY BETS ON OPEN HOUSE SEATS
VPAP.ORG UPDATES
http://www.vpap.org/updates/show/867
VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS TARGET ANTI-ABORTION CANDIDATE
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-target-anti-abortion-senator/2011/10/21/gIQAdcxD4L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
WEBB, HOUCK DECRY POLITICAL POLARIZATION IN WASHINGTON AND RICHMOND.
DONNIE JOHNSTON
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660279
In the know:
NORTH ANNA REACTORS WILL STAY IDLE INTO NOVEMBER
RUSTY DENNEN
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660143
Editorials:
AN ELECTION IS COMING
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/election-coming
Friday, October 21, 2011
Daily Update: 10-21-11
Politics/Elections:
Puller: “I’m Still A Strong Supporter Of Obama”
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/puller-im-still-a-strong-supporter-of-obama/2011/10/20/gIQAhuzL1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Janis Calls Attention To His GOP Endorsers
Bill Mckelway
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet01-janis-calls-attention-to-his-gop-endorsers-ar-1395603/
Va. GOP Groups Have More To Spend On Legislative Races
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-gop-groups-have-more-spend-legislative-races
Newman A No-Show
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698910705/newman-a-no-show-by-jim-nolan-twenty-third
Conservative Group Donates More Money To Virginia Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/conservative-group-donates-more-money-to-virginia-candidates/2011/10/20/gIQABxAs0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Big Pols Break Bread With Bert, Tom
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698065625/big-pols-break-bread-with-bert-tom
Anti-Taxer Norquist Won't Appear With Loyola After All
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/updated-antitaxer-norquist-wont-appear-loyola-after-all
Democrats Look To Tie Allen To Senate GOP Jobs Proposal
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-look-to-tie-allen-to-senate-gop-jobs-proposal/2011/10/20/gIQARA4I1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Republican U.S. Senate Candidates Bicker Over Debate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11694304663/republican-u-s-senate-candidates-bicker-over-debate
Romney, Perry Asked McDonnell For His Endorsement
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-perry-asked-mcdonnell-for-his-endorsement/2011/10/20/gIQAtUrE0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Children/Education:
Feds To Hear VT's Appeal In December
Dena Potter
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300010
Teachers Press Lawmakers On Pension Funding
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/teachers-press-lawmakers-pension-funding
In the know:
NRC Meets Today On Restarting Plant
Rusty Dennen
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10212011/659914
Virginia Urged To Strengthen Exotic Pet Laws
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-urged-to-strengthen-exotic-pet-laws/2011/10/20/gIQA8ESm0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Editorials:
Positive Signs For Virginia's Oysters
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/positive-signs-virginias-oysters
The Post’s Virginia House Endorsements
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/part-i-of-the-posts-va-house-endorsements/2011/10/20/gIQAcLSk1L_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions
Politics/Elections:
Puller: “I’m Still A Strong Supporter Of Obama”
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/puller-im-still-a-strong-supporter-of-obama/2011/10/20/gIQAhuzL1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Janis Calls Attention To His GOP Endorsers
Bill Mckelway
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet01-janis-calls-attention-to-his-gop-endorsers-ar-1395603/
Va. GOP Groups Have More To Spend On Legislative Races
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-gop-groups-have-more-spend-legislative-races
Newman A No-Show
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698910705/newman-a-no-show-by-jim-nolan-twenty-third
Conservative Group Donates More Money To Virginia Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/conservative-group-donates-more-money-to-virginia-candidates/2011/10/20/gIQABxAs0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Big Pols Break Bread With Bert, Tom
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698065625/big-pols-break-bread-with-bert-tom
Anti-Taxer Norquist Won't Appear With Loyola After All
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/updated-antitaxer-norquist-wont-appear-loyola-after-all
Democrats Look To Tie Allen To Senate GOP Jobs Proposal
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-look-to-tie-allen-to-senate-gop-jobs-proposal/2011/10/20/gIQARA4I1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Republican U.S. Senate Candidates Bicker Over Debate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11694304663/republican-u-s-senate-candidates-bicker-over-debate
Romney, Perry Asked McDonnell For His Endorsement
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-perry-asked-mcdonnell-for-his-endorsement/2011/10/20/gIQAtUrE0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Children/Education:
Feds To Hear VT's Appeal In December
Dena Potter
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300010
Teachers Press Lawmakers On Pension Funding
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/teachers-press-lawmakers-pension-funding
In the know:
NRC Meets Today On Restarting Plant
Rusty Dennen
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10212011/659914
Virginia Urged To Strengthen Exotic Pet Laws
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-urged-to-strengthen-exotic-pet-laws/2011/10/20/gIQA8ESm0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Editorials:
Positive Signs For Virginia's Oysters
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/positive-signs-virginias-oysters
The Post’s Virginia House Endorsements
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/part-i-of-the-posts-va-house-endorsements/2011/10/20/gIQAcLSk1L_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Daily Update: 10-20-11
Governor:
McDonnell, Obama Meet About Veterans, FEMA Aid
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11653762151/mcdonnell-obama-meet-about-veterans-fema-aid
McDonnell: Obama Administration “Almost Clueless” On Economy
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-obama-administration-almost-clueless-on-economy/2011/10/19/gIQAN9AYxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Commonwealth’s Economy:
State Commerce Secretary Pushes For Business Innovation
Craig Davison
News & Advance
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Politics/Elections:
White House Downplays Reports About Lack Of Support By Virginia Democrats
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
VPAP: Party Funds Target Races They Deem Critical
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/vpap-party-funds-target-races-they-deem-critical
In Virginia Senate Races, Money Is Flowing
Anita Kumar And Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-virginia-senate-races-money-is-flowing/2011/10/18/gIQAr7uavL_story.html
Political Parties Bankroll Big Chunks Of Some Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/political-parties-bankroll-big-chunks-of-some-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/19/gIQAHGQsxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Contributions To General Assembly Candidates Down 13 % From 2007
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet02-va-legislative-hopefuls-getting-less-cash-ar-1395651/
$1 Million Raised For An $18,000-Per-Year Job
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/19/1-million-raised-18000-year-job-ar-1395492/
Cuccinelli Says Senate Dems "Must Be Stopped"
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11657995660/cuccinelli-says-senate-dems-must-be-stopped
Republican Chichester Endorses Democrats In Senate Races
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/
GOP’s Chichester Backs Dem Mitchell Over Black
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/politics/article_254ff2a8-fa77-11e0-b7ea-001cc4c03286.html
Garrett, Dodson Have Similar Ideas On Drug Testing
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/
2 Debate In New 22nd Senate District
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/2-debate-in-new-22nd-senate-district-ar-1395608/
Newman Resigning From Bedford GOP Committee To Endorse Putney
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/newman-resigning-bedford-gop-committee-endorse-put-ar-1395621/
Stewart Touts Biggest Fundraiser Of His Career
Jeremy Borden
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/stewart-touts-biggest-fundraiser-of-his-career/2011/10/18/gIQAtLibxL_story.html
Allen Puts On His Campaign Shoes
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/20/allen-puts-his-campaign-shoes-ar-1395591/
Children/Education:
Virginia Won't Seek Federal Pre-K Funding
Hattie Brown Garrow
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gov-decides-va-wont-seek-60m-earlyed-grant
Editorials:
Voter Apathy: Whose Fault?
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/20/tdopin01-whose-fault-ar-1395110/
Free-Range Legislators Can't Stray Far For Now
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299905
Governor:
McDonnell, Obama Meet About Veterans, FEMA Aid
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11653762151/mcdonnell-obama-meet-about-veterans-fema-aid
McDonnell: Obama Administration “Almost Clueless” On Economy
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-obama-administration-almost-clueless-on-economy/2011/10/19/gIQAN9AYxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Commonwealth’s Economy:
State Commerce Secretary Pushes For Business Innovation
Craig Davison
News & Advance
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Politics/Elections:
White House Downplays Reports About Lack Of Support By Virginia Democrats
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
VPAP: Party Funds Target Races They Deem Critical
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/vpap-party-funds-target-races-they-deem-critical
In Virginia Senate Races, Money Is Flowing
Anita Kumar And Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-virginia-senate-races-money-is-flowing/2011/10/18/gIQAr7uavL_story.html
Political Parties Bankroll Big Chunks Of Some Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/political-parties-bankroll-big-chunks-of-some-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/19/gIQAHGQsxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Contributions To General Assembly Candidates Down 13 % From 2007
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet02-va-legislative-hopefuls-getting-less-cash-ar-1395651/
$1 Million Raised For An $18,000-Per-Year Job
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/19/1-million-raised-18000-year-job-ar-1395492/
Cuccinelli Says Senate Dems "Must Be Stopped"
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11657995660/cuccinelli-says-senate-dems-must-be-stopped
Republican Chichester Endorses Democrats In Senate Races
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/
GOP’s Chichester Backs Dem Mitchell Over Black
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/politics/article_254ff2a8-fa77-11e0-b7ea-001cc4c03286.html
Garrett, Dodson Have Similar Ideas On Drug Testing
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/
2 Debate In New 22nd Senate District
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/2-debate-in-new-22nd-senate-district-ar-1395608/
Newman Resigning From Bedford GOP Committee To Endorse Putney
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/newman-resigning-bedford-gop-committee-endorse-put-ar-1395621/
Stewart Touts Biggest Fundraiser Of His Career
Jeremy Borden
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/stewart-touts-biggest-fundraiser-of-his-career/2011/10/18/gIQAtLibxL_story.html
Allen Puts On His Campaign Shoes
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/20/allen-puts-his-campaign-shoes-ar-1395591/
Children/Education:
Virginia Won't Seek Federal Pre-K Funding
Hattie Brown Garrow
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gov-decides-va-wont-seek-60m-earlyed-grant
Editorials:
Voter Apathy: Whose Fault?
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/20/tdopin01-whose-fault-ar-1395110/
Free-Range Legislators Can't Stray Far For Now
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299905
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Daily Update: 10-19-11
Governor:
McDonnell Chides Federal Government For Hindering Energy Development
Peter Bacqué
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-mcdonnell-chides-federal-government-for-hi-ar-1392846/
Attorney General:
Cuccinelli Files Response To EPA Ruling
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11623567132/cuccinelli-files-response-to-epa-ruling
Attorney General Cuccinelli Speaks To Norfolk Students
Joanne Kimberlin
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/attorney-general-cuccinelli-speaks-norfolk-students
Politics/Elections:
Va. Officials Delay Decision On Rules For Absentee Votes
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-officials-delay-decision-rules-absentee-votes
Va. GOP Eager To Hitch Democratic Opponents To Obama
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/republicans-say-va-dems-are-distancing-selves-obama
Charges Of Ethical Wrongdoing Heat Up 37th Senate Race
Victoria Ross
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355056&paper=82&cat=104
Armstrong Stands By Ad Attacking Appalachian Power
Aaron Martin
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/armstrong-stands-ad-attacking-appalachian-power-ar-1392288/
Roanoke-Area General Assembly Candidates: Cuts To Medicaid Are Painful
Mason Adams
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/299876
Money Pours Into Roanoke-Area State Senate Races
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299877
Houck Holds Fundraising Advantage
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10192011/659321
Stanley's Team Notes Campaign Finance Error
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet02-stanleys-team-notes-campaign-finance-error-ar-1392853/
Republican Looks To Keep Seat In 34th House District
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/republican-comstock-looks-to-keep-virginia-34th-house-seat/2011/10/18/gIQA1igGvL_story.html
Dodson, Garrett Tangle On Jobs, Education, Taxes
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/
59th District Candidates Spar In Campbell County Farm Bureau Forum
Amy Trent
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/
An Eminent Debate
Michael Lee Pope
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355070&paper=60&cat=104
Virginia Congressional Incumbents Rake In Cash
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-congressional-incumbents-rake-in-cash/2011/10/18/gIQApwO5uL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Romney To Visit VA, Thank Volunteers
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11615845502/romney-to-visit-virginia-thank-volunteers
Transportation:
VDOT: No Proposal To Cut Local Road Funds
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/article_5634223e-f9a7-11e0-8231-001cc4c002e0.html
In the know:
Obama Wraps Up A Barnstorming Day With A Night In Hampton
Staff Report
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-arrives-hampton-20111018,0,7664403.story
Editorials:
Obama Trip: Welcome
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/19/tdopin01-welcome-ar-1392189/
OP-ED:
Schapiro: More Than Meets The Eye In Statehouse Fight
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-schapiro-more-than-meets-the-eye-in-stateh-ar-1392852/
Governor:
McDonnell Chides Federal Government For Hindering Energy Development
Peter Bacqué
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-mcdonnell-chides-federal-government-for-hi-ar-1392846/
Attorney General:
Cuccinelli Files Response To EPA Ruling
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11623567132/cuccinelli-files-response-to-epa-ruling
Attorney General Cuccinelli Speaks To Norfolk Students
Joanne Kimberlin
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/attorney-general-cuccinelli-speaks-norfolk-students
Politics/Elections:
Va. Officials Delay Decision On Rules For Absentee Votes
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-officials-delay-decision-rules-absentee-votes
Va. GOP Eager To Hitch Democratic Opponents To Obama
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/republicans-say-va-dems-are-distancing-selves-obama
Charges Of Ethical Wrongdoing Heat Up 37th Senate Race
Victoria Ross
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355056&paper=82&cat=104
Armstrong Stands By Ad Attacking Appalachian Power
Aaron Martin
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/armstrong-stands-ad-attacking-appalachian-power-ar-1392288/
Roanoke-Area General Assembly Candidates: Cuts To Medicaid Are Painful
Mason Adams
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/299876
Money Pours Into Roanoke-Area State Senate Races
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299877
Houck Holds Fundraising Advantage
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10192011/659321
Stanley's Team Notes Campaign Finance Error
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet02-stanleys-team-notes-campaign-finance-error-ar-1392853/
Republican Looks To Keep Seat In 34th House District
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/republican-comstock-looks-to-keep-virginia-34th-house-seat/2011/10/18/gIQA1igGvL_story.html
Dodson, Garrett Tangle On Jobs, Education, Taxes
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/
59th District Candidates Spar In Campbell County Farm Bureau Forum
Amy Trent
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/
An Eminent Debate
Michael Lee Pope
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355070&paper=60&cat=104
Virginia Congressional Incumbents Rake In Cash
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-congressional-incumbents-rake-in-cash/2011/10/18/gIQApwO5uL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Romney To Visit VA, Thank Volunteers
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11615845502/romney-to-visit-virginia-thank-volunteers
Transportation:
VDOT: No Proposal To Cut Local Road Funds
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/article_5634223e-f9a7-11e0-8231-001cc4c002e0.html
In the know:
Obama Wraps Up A Barnstorming Day With A Night In Hampton
Staff Report
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-arrives-hampton-20111018,0,7664403.story
Editorials:
Obama Trip: Welcome
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/19/tdopin01-welcome-ar-1392189/
OP-ED:
Schapiro: More Than Meets The Eye In Statehouse Fight
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-schapiro-more-than-meets-the-eye-in-stateh-ar-1392852/
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Daily Update: 10-18-11
Governor:
McDonnell To Join Obama In Hampton Wednesday
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/6/gop-challenges-jobs-plan-ahead-of-obamas-va-visit-ar-1388327/
McDonnell Takes Energy Break For Quick Trip To Wallops
Cory Nealon
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/newport-news/dp-nws-deadrise-1018-20111017,0,2240770.story
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Manassas Offers Help For Homeowners
Joe Conroy
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/business/2011/oct/18/manassas-offers-help-homeowners-ar-1388926/
Politics/Elections:
GOP Enters Homestretch With Big Fundraising Advantage
Andrew Cain And Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/tdmet01-gop-enters-homestretch-with-big-fundraisin-ar-1389650/
GOP Has Cash Edge As Virginia Races Throttle Up
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gop-has-cash-edge-virginia-races-throttle
Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Collects $2.1M In 3Rd Quarter
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/17/virginia-senate-caucus-collects-21m-in-3rd-quarter/
General Assembly Candidates Who Change Addresses Face Skepticism
Mason Adams And Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299829
Chichester Endorses Democrat Puller
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/chichester-endorses-democrat-puller/
Candidates Post September Fundraising Reports
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/candidates-post-september-fundraising-reports/
As Obama Arrives In Virginia, Critics Launch New TV Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Locke, Harmon Continue To Spar Over Leadership
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Ahead Of Visit, New Ad Attacks Obama's 'second Stimulus'
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Money Plays Large Role In Senate Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/17/money-plays-large-role-senate-race-ar-1389675/
Romney To Campaign In Virginia Next Week
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-will-campaign-in-virginia-next-week/2011/10/16/gIQAuTqLrL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Obama On The Road And Heading Our Way
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-tour-day-1-20111017,0,7003118.story
Conservative Group Airs New TV Ad Before Obama Visit
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Transportation:
State To Release $40 Million To N.VA. Transportation Commission
Dana Hedgpeth And Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/virginia-to-release-30-million-to-nva-transportation-commission/2011/10/17/gIQAiZk2rL_story.html
Commuter Bus Service To Get $2.6 Million In Federal Funds
Emily Cyr
News Messenger
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Health:
Older, Sicker Inmates Add To Costs In Virginia Jails
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Editorials:
Voter Apathy Will Only Make It Worse
News Leader Editorial
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111018/OPINION01/110180311/1014/rss03
Political Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-endorsements-editorial-1018-20111017,0,423076.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews%2Fopinion+%28Daily+Press+-+Today%27s+Opinion%29
Governor:
McDonnell To Join Obama In Hampton Wednesday
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/6/gop-challenges-jobs-plan-ahead-of-obamas-va-visit-ar-1388327/
McDonnell Takes Energy Break For Quick Trip To Wallops
Cory Nealon
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/newport-news/dp-nws-deadrise-1018-20111017,0,2240770.story
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Manassas Offers Help For Homeowners
Joe Conroy
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/business/2011/oct/18/manassas-offers-help-homeowners-ar-1388926/
Politics/Elections:
GOP Enters Homestretch With Big Fundraising Advantage
Andrew Cain And Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/tdmet01-gop-enters-homestretch-with-big-fundraisin-ar-1389650/
GOP Has Cash Edge As Virginia Races Throttle Up
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gop-has-cash-edge-virginia-races-throttle
Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Collects $2.1M In 3Rd Quarter
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/17/virginia-senate-caucus-collects-21m-in-3rd-quarter/
General Assembly Candidates Who Change Addresses Face Skepticism
Mason Adams And Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299829
Chichester Endorses Democrat Puller
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/chichester-endorses-democrat-puller/
Candidates Post September Fundraising Reports
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/candidates-post-september-fundraising-reports/
As Obama Arrives In Virginia, Critics Launch New TV Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Locke, Harmon Continue To Spar Over Leadership
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Ahead Of Visit, New Ad Attacks Obama's 'second Stimulus'
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus
Money Plays Large Role In Senate Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/17/money-plays-large-role-senate-race-ar-1389675/
Romney To Campaign In Virginia Next Week
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-will-campaign-in-virginia-next-week/2011/10/16/gIQAuTqLrL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Obama On The Road And Heading Our Way
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-tour-day-1-20111017,0,7003118.story
Conservative Group Airs New TV Ad Before Obama Visit
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Transportation:
State To Release $40 Million To N.VA. Transportation Commission
Dana Hedgpeth And Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/virginia-to-release-30-million-to-nva-transportation-commission/2011/10/17/gIQAiZk2rL_story.html
Commuter Bus Service To Get $2.6 Million In Federal Funds
Emily Cyr
News Messenger
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Health:
Older, Sicker Inmates Add To Costs In Virginia Jails
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit
Editorials:
Voter Apathy Will Only Make It Worse
News Leader Editorial
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111018/OPINION01/110180311/1014/rss03
Political Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-endorsements-editorial-1018-20111017,0,423076.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews%2Fopinion+%28Daily+Press+-+Today%27s+Opinion%29
Monday, October 17, 2011
Daily Update: 10-17-11
Legislature:
What A GOP Senate Might Mean For New Virginia Laws
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www.necn.com/10/16/11/What-a-GOP-Senate-might-mean-for-new-Vir/landing.html?&apID=a77a5101e6ee4d6795981ec9a7d3ff18
Kilgore: Scott County Will Continue To Get Tobacco Commission Funds
Wes Bunch
Kingsport Times News
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/
Attorney General:
VA Attorney General Says Obama Lacks Respect For Rule Of Law
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/
Politics/Elections:
Flanary Vs. Marsden: Partisan Politics Just Below The Surface
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-fairfax-senate-race-partisan-politics-just-below-the-surface/2011/10/13/gIQAyxyumL_story.html
Poll Shows Apathy About Legislative Elections
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/5/tdmain01-poll-shows-apathy-about-legislative-elect-ar-1388121/
GOP Sees Opportunity In Redrawn 2nd Senate District
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-republicans-see-opportunity-redrawn-2nd-district
Four Local House Races Lack Incumbents
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10162011/658608
Transportation:
It Looks Like Fredericksburg Will Be Nestled Between Toll Zones On 95
Scott Shenk
Free Lance-Star
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid
Health:
Some Lacking Health Care In Norfolk Are Well-Paid
Amy Jeter
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid
In the know:
Obama To Visit Chesterfield Firehouse Wednesday
Andrew Cain
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/16/9/obama-to-visit-chesterfield-firehouse-wednesday-ar-1388002/
Editorials:
Giving Purpose To Gridlock
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/giving-purpose-gridlock
Renewable Energy: Noises Off
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/16/tdopin01-noises-off-ar-1385192/
Sloppy Signatures Allowed On Ballots
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299663
Before The Next Earthquake
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/before-the-next-earthquake/2011/10/14/gIQA7nihpL_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions
OP-ED:
Schapiro: ABC Privatization Redux
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/16/tdmet01-schapiro-abc-privatization-redux-ar-1387134/
Legislature:
What A GOP Senate Might Mean For New Virginia Laws
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www.necn.com/10/16/11/What-a-GOP-Senate-might-mean-for-new-Vir/landing.html?&apID=a77a5101e6ee4d6795981ec9a7d3ff18
Kilgore: Scott County Will Continue To Get Tobacco Commission Funds
Wes Bunch
Kingsport Times News
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/
Attorney General:
VA Attorney General Says Obama Lacks Respect For Rule Of Law
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/
Politics/Elections:
Flanary Vs. Marsden: Partisan Politics Just Below The Surface
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-fairfax-senate-race-partisan-politics-just-below-the-surface/2011/10/13/gIQAyxyumL_story.html
Poll Shows Apathy About Legislative Elections
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/5/tdmain01-poll-shows-apathy-about-legislative-elect-ar-1388121/
GOP Sees Opportunity In Redrawn 2nd Senate District
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-republicans-see-opportunity-redrawn-2nd-district
Four Local House Races Lack Incumbents
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10162011/658608
Transportation:
It Looks Like Fredericksburg Will Be Nestled Between Toll Zones On 95
Scott Shenk
Free Lance-Star
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid
Health:
Some Lacking Health Care In Norfolk Are Well-Paid
Amy Jeter
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid
In the know:
Obama To Visit Chesterfield Firehouse Wednesday
Andrew Cain
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/16/9/obama-to-visit-chesterfield-firehouse-wednesday-ar-1388002/
Editorials:
Giving Purpose To Gridlock
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/giving-purpose-gridlock
Renewable Energy: Noises Off
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/16/tdopin01-noises-off-ar-1385192/
Sloppy Signatures Allowed On Ballots
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299663
Before The Next Earthquake
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/before-the-next-earthquake/2011/10/14/gIQA7nihpL_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions
OP-ED:
Schapiro: ABC Privatization Redux
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/16/tdmet01-schapiro-abc-privatization-redux-ar-1387134/
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Daily Update: 10-13-11
Governor:
MORAN, CONNOLLY TO ASK GOV. MCDONNELL TO SCRAP ABORTION RULES
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/moran-connolly-to-ask-gov-mcdonnell-to-scrap-virginia-abortion-rules/2011/10/12/gIQAdGXCfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
COALITION URGES MCDONNELL TO REJECT ABORTION REGS
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11368214046/coalition-urges-mcdonnell-to-reject-abortion-regs
VIRGINIANS OPPOSE I-95 TOLLS, ACCORDING TO POLL
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/13/tdmet01-virginians-oppose-i-95-tolls-according-to--ar-1379722/
POLL: VIRGINIANS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT VA. — BUT NOT U.S.
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-virginians-optimistic-about-va--but-not-us/2011/10/11/gIQAlIaneL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
POLL SHOWS VIRGINIANS FAVOR MCDONNELL, NOT I-95 TOLLS
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/poll-virginians-favor-mcdonnell-not-tolls-i95
MCDONNELL, STATE'S DIRECTION GET HIGH MARKS
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299627
MCDONNELL GETS GOOD NEWS ON POPULARITY
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/12/pollster-mcdonnell-should-be-careful-not-bump-head/
Commonwealth’s Economy:
STATE REVENUE UP, BUT ECONOMIC WORRIES PERSIST
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299628
GOV. MCDONNELL: VISITORS TO VIRGINIA SPENT MORE IN 2010
JON CAWLEY
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/dp-nws-tourism-up-20111012,0,6399596.story
Politics/Elections:
MARSHALL, BLACK KICK OFF CAMPAIGNS TOGETHER
KEITH WALKER
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/sep/30/bob-marshall-dick-black-campaigns-ar-1348668/
PLUM, CANNON SQUARE OFF FOR 32ND DELEGATE SEAT
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354900&paper=88&cat=104
COMSTOCK, DANNER FACE OFF FOR 34TH
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354896&paper=88&cat=104
DODSON: GARRETT FLIP-FLOPPED ON CLOSING AGENCIES
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story
LOCKE, HARMON FIRE JABS AT CANDIDATES FORUM
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story
POINDEXTER TO OBAMA: COME TO MARTINSVILLE
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30461
SENIOR TOPICS, JOBS RANKED AS TOP ISSUES IN ARMSTRONG SURVEY
ERIC STEINKOPFF
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30462
STATE SENATE CANDIDATES COURT SENIOR VOTE AT DEBATE
By KATELYN POLANTZ
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299626
SOME VA. DEMOCRATS COMPLAIN ABOUT PARTY LEADER MORAN
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-democrats-complain-about-party-leader-moran/2011/10/09/gIQAHbmEfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Children/Education:
WEBB-WARNER SCHOOLS BILLS DRAWS UNUSUAL BIPARTISAN SUPPORT
BEN PERSHING
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/warner-webb-schools-bills-draws-unusual-bipartisan-support/2011/10/12/gIQA3EQlfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
In the know:
WIND ENERGY TESTING FACILITY SET FOR EASTERN SHORE
By JOSH BROWN
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/wind-energy-testing-facility-set-eastern-shore
Editorials:
JOBS PLAN: AGREEING WITH CANTOR
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/13/tdopin01-agreeing-with-cantor-ar-1379186/
OP-ED:
POLITIFACT: HOUCK SAYS REEVES "OK" WITH SHIPPING JOBS TO CHINA
SEAN GORMAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch http://www.politifact.com/virginia/statements/2011/oct/12/edd-houck/houck-says-reeves-ok-shipping-va-jobs-china/
Governor:
MORAN, CONNOLLY TO ASK GOV. MCDONNELL TO SCRAP ABORTION RULES
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/moran-connolly-to-ask-gov-mcdonnell-to-scrap-virginia-abortion-rules/2011/10/12/gIQAdGXCfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
COALITION URGES MCDONNELL TO REJECT ABORTION REGS
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11368214046/coalition-urges-mcdonnell-to-reject-abortion-regs
VIRGINIANS OPPOSE I-95 TOLLS, ACCORDING TO POLL
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/13/tdmet01-virginians-oppose-i-95-tolls-according-to--ar-1379722/
POLL: VIRGINIANS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT VA. — BUT NOT U.S.
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-virginians-optimistic-about-va--but-not-us/2011/10/11/gIQAlIaneL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
POLL SHOWS VIRGINIANS FAVOR MCDONNELL, NOT I-95 TOLLS
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/poll-virginians-favor-mcdonnell-not-tolls-i95
MCDONNELL, STATE'S DIRECTION GET HIGH MARKS
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299627
MCDONNELL GETS GOOD NEWS ON POPULARITY
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/12/pollster-mcdonnell-should-be-careful-not-bump-head/
Commonwealth’s Economy:
STATE REVENUE UP, BUT ECONOMIC WORRIES PERSIST
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299628
GOV. MCDONNELL: VISITORS TO VIRGINIA SPENT MORE IN 2010
JON CAWLEY
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/dp-nws-tourism-up-20111012,0,6399596.story
Politics/Elections:
MARSHALL, BLACK KICK OFF CAMPAIGNS TOGETHER
KEITH WALKER
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/sep/30/bob-marshall-dick-black-campaigns-ar-1348668/
PLUM, CANNON SQUARE OFF FOR 32ND DELEGATE SEAT
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354900&paper=88&cat=104
COMSTOCK, DANNER FACE OFF FOR 34TH
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354896&paper=88&cat=104
DODSON: GARRETT FLIP-FLOPPED ON CLOSING AGENCIES
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story
LOCKE, HARMON FIRE JABS AT CANDIDATES FORUM
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story
POINDEXTER TO OBAMA: COME TO MARTINSVILLE
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30461
SENIOR TOPICS, JOBS RANKED AS TOP ISSUES IN ARMSTRONG SURVEY
ERIC STEINKOPFF
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30462
STATE SENATE CANDIDATES COURT SENIOR VOTE AT DEBATE
By KATELYN POLANTZ
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299626
SOME VA. DEMOCRATS COMPLAIN ABOUT PARTY LEADER MORAN
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-democrats-complain-about-party-leader-moran/2011/10/09/gIQAHbmEfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Children/Education:
WEBB-WARNER SCHOOLS BILLS DRAWS UNUSUAL BIPARTISAN SUPPORT
BEN PERSHING
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/warner-webb-schools-bills-draws-unusual-bipartisan-support/2011/10/12/gIQA3EQlfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
In the know:
WIND ENERGY TESTING FACILITY SET FOR EASTERN SHORE
By JOSH BROWN
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/wind-energy-testing-facility-set-eastern-shore
Editorials:
JOBS PLAN: AGREEING WITH CANTOR
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/13/tdopin01-agreeing-with-cantor-ar-1379186/
OP-ED:
POLITIFACT: HOUCK SAYS REEVES "OK" WITH SHIPPING JOBS TO CHINA
SEAN GORMAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch http://www.politifact.com/virginia/statements/2011/oct/12/edd-houck/houck-says-reeves-ok-shipping-va-jobs-china/
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Daily Update: 10-12-11
Legislature:
Va. Beach Seeks Uranium Ban Through 2013
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-beach-seeks-uranium-ban-through-2013
Webb Backed Debate, Opposed Jobs Plan
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain03-webb-backed-debate-opposed-jobs-plan-ar-1376812/
Governor:
Poll Finds McDonnell Popular; Tolls, Not So Much
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/poll-finds-mcdonnell-popular-tolls-not-so-much-ar-1377711/
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Earthquake-Damaged Louisa County
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-invites/2011/10/11/gIQAPz8ocL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell Urges Obama To View Louisa Quake Damage
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-mcdonnell-urges-obama-to-view-louisa-quake-ar-1376867/
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Louisa County
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-to-tour-louisa-county.html
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour County Shaken By Quake
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-tour-county-shaken-quake
McDonnell To Lead Trade Trip To India, Israel
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet02-mcdonnell-to-lead-trade-trip-to-india-isra-ar-1376781/
McDonnell Will Travel To India, Israel Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Politics/Elections:
Garrett, Dodson Stake Out Sides In Senate Debate
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/11/garrett-dodson-stake-out-sides-senate-debate-ar-1376995/
Virginia Democrats Launch Jobs Web Site
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-launch-jobs-web-site/2011/10/11/gIQATWvDdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Campaign Event Turnout Light In Abingdon
David Mcgee
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/11/campaign-event-turnout-light-abingdon-ar-1374068/
On Radio Show, McDonnell Says He Favors Ex-Govs
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/radio-show-mcdonnell-says-he-favors-exgovs
Poll Shows Virginia As A Presidential Toss-Up
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-poll-shows-virginia-as-a-presidential-toss-ar-1376856/
Poll: Cain Surges Past Perry To Tie Romney In Va.
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-cain-surges-past-perry-to-tie-romney-in-va/2011/10/10/gIQA2LRAcL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Survey Sees Herman Cain Gaining Ground With Virginia Voters
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299565
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Gap Between Virginia’s Top And Bottom Earners Increases
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Virginia’s Medicaid Payouts Seen Needing More Oversight
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Errors By Medicaid Case Workers Cost Va. Millions
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Children/Education:
State Improves Graduation Rate, Lowers Dropout Rate
Cathy Grimes
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/education/dp-nws-graduation-dropouts-2011-20111011,0,4126447.story
Transportation:
Opposition Building To Va. Takeover Of Airports Board
Liz Essley
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/opposition-building-va-takeover-airports-board?utm_source=feedburnerdcexaminer%2FVirginia-News&utm_medium=feedVirginia+News&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+dcexaminer%2FVirginia-News+%28Virginia+News%29%24{distribu&utm_content=%24{distributionCha
In the know:
Va. Social Services Board To Vote Again On Adoption Regulations
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/social-services-board-to-vote-again-on-adoption-regulations/2011/10/11/gIQAVpKKdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Virginia Public Weighs In On Gay-Adoption Rules
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-public-weighs-gayadoption-rules
Editorials:
New Levels Of Austerity In Richmond
News & Advance Editorial
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/12/new-levels-austerity-richmond-ar-1376068/
Va. Economy Not As Rosy As It Seems
Daily Progress Editorial
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/11/va-economy-not-rosy-it-seems-ar-1376195/
OP-ED:
Schapiro: Cantor Never Pays For Inconsistencies
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-schapiro-cantor-never-pays-for-inconsisten-ar-1376864/
Dougherty: Beach Council Led The Way In Bleeding Public Drop By Drop
Kerry Dougherty
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/beach-council-led-way-bleeding-public-drop-drop
Legislature:
Va. Beach Seeks Uranium Ban Through 2013
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-beach-seeks-uranium-ban-through-2013
Webb Backed Debate, Opposed Jobs Plan
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain03-webb-backed-debate-opposed-jobs-plan-ar-1376812/
Governor:
Poll Finds McDonnell Popular; Tolls, Not So Much
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/poll-finds-mcdonnell-popular-tolls-not-so-much-ar-1377711/
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Earthquake-Damaged Louisa County
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-invites/2011/10/11/gIQAPz8ocL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
McDonnell Urges Obama To View Louisa Quake Damage
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-mcdonnell-urges-obama-to-view-louisa-quake-ar-1376867/
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Louisa County
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-to-tour-louisa-county.html
McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour County Shaken By Quake
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-tour-county-shaken-quake
McDonnell To Lead Trade Trip To India, Israel
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet02-mcdonnell-to-lead-trade-trip-to-india-isra-ar-1376781/
McDonnell Will Travel To India, Israel Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Politics/Elections:
Garrett, Dodson Stake Out Sides In Senate Debate
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/11/garrett-dodson-stake-out-sides-senate-debate-ar-1376995/
Virginia Democrats Launch Jobs Web Site
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-launch-jobs-web-site/2011/10/11/gIQATWvDdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Campaign Event Turnout Light In Abingdon
David Mcgee
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/11/campaign-event-turnout-light-abingdon-ar-1374068/
On Radio Show, McDonnell Says He Favors Ex-Govs
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/radio-show-mcdonnell-says-he-favors-exgovs
Poll Shows Virginia As A Presidential Toss-Up
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-poll-shows-virginia-as-a-presidential-toss-ar-1376856/
Poll: Cain Surges Past Perry To Tie Romney In Va.
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-cain-surges-past-perry-to-tie-romney-in-va/2011/10/10/gIQA2LRAcL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Survey Sees Herman Cain Gaining Ground With Virginia Voters
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299565
Commonwealth’s Economy:
Gap Between Virginia’s Top And Bottom Earners Increases
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Virginia’s Medicaid Payouts Seen Needing More Oversight
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Errors By Medicaid Case Workers Cost Va. Millions
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/
Children/Education:
State Improves Graduation Rate, Lowers Dropout Rate
Cathy Grimes
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/education/dp-nws-graduation-dropouts-2011-20111011,0,4126447.story
Transportation:
Opposition Building To Va. Takeover Of Airports Board
Liz Essley
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/opposition-building-va-takeover-airports-board?utm_source=feedburnerdcexaminer%2FVirginia-News&utm_medium=feedVirginia+News&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+dcexaminer%2FVirginia-News+%28Virginia+News%29%24{distribu&utm_content=%24{distributionCha
In the know:
Va. Social Services Board To Vote Again On Adoption Regulations
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/social-services-board-to-vote-again-on-adoption-regulations/2011/10/11/gIQAVpKKdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics
Virginia Public Weighs In On Gay-Adoption Rules
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-public-weighs-gayadoption-rules
Editorials:
New Levels Of Austerity In Richmond
News & Advance Editorial
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/12/new-levels-austerity-richmond-ar-1376068/
Va. Economy Not As Rosy As It Seems
Daily Progress Editorial
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/11/va-economy-not-rosy-it-seems-ar-1376195/
OP-ED:
Schapiro: Cantor Never Pays For Inconsistencies
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-schapiro-cantor-never-pays-for-inconsisten-ar-1376864/
Dougherty: Beach Council Led The Way In Bleeding Public Drop By Drop
Kerry Dougherty
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/beach-council-led-way-bleeding-public-drop-drop
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