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Afternoon Open Thread
Chat away...Huckabee Didn't Get the Memo
He's still doing robocalls on Romney:Sens. Webb, McCaskill's "Modern Day Truman Committee" Signed into Law
Senators Jim Webb (D-Virginia) and Claire McCaskill (D-Missouri) spoke about the need for a "modern day Truman Commission," and last year introduced an amendment to that effect. The commission was signed into law by the President as part of the...Vote!
If Robin Weirauch can win the special election in OH-05, there's no safe district for the Republicans next year. That's why the strapped-for-cash NRCC has thrown in more than one-fifth of their campaign account into this normally safe Republican-leaning district...Dean: Yesterday's Elections Offer Good News For Democrats
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement on Tuesday's elections, which offered good news for Democrats, both in terms of yesterday's gains and the long-term goal of winning in 2008 and beyond to build a permanent Democratic Majority.Mitchell Wade Fined $1,000,000
Many of you will remember Mitchell Wade from the 2006 campaign. His name came up in the campaigns of Rep. Virgil Goode and Rep. Katharine Harris. Harris, in particular, famously had a $2,800 dinner tab picked up by Wade.Become a delegate - Virginia
Summary of state processMcCain Brings "Neverland" to Virginia
John McCain is in Virginia today for a fundraiser after igniting a flurry of controversy by claiming on Bill Bennet's talk show that, "there are neighborhoods in Baghdad where you and I could walk through those neighborhoods today." [Bill Bennett's Morning in America, 3/26/07] Asked about McCain's blatant attempt to spin the facts on the ground, CNN's Baghdad correspondent, Michael Ware, responded with a quick "No" and said, "no way on earth can a westerner, particularly an American, stroll any street of this capital of more than five million people...You barely would last 20 minutes out there. I don't know what part of Neverland Senator McCain is talking about when he says we can go strolling in Baghdad."New Poll Numbers in Key Senate Races
Poll results for the Senate seats in Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia.Jim Webb Delivers Democratic Radio Address
This week, Democratic Senatorial candidate Jim Webb of Virginia delivered the Democratic Radio Address.George Allen: The Million Dollar Cover-Up Man
Bloomberg News today shed more light on Republican Sen. George Allen's failure to disclose stock options in the Virginia-based Xybernaut Corporation. Allen repeatedly claims the stocks were “worthless” and thus did not need to follow Senate ethics rules. But, according to Bloomberg, they “were worth as much as $1.1 million at one point.”What Else Is Senator Allen Hiding?
Tonight, Democratic Challenger Jim Webb will debate embattled Republican incumbent Senator George Allen. The debate comes as Allen is engulfed in yet another scandal. According to the Associated Press, for the last five years, Allen “has failed to tell Congress about stock options he got for his work as a director of a high-tech company.” Allen even “asked the Army to help another business that gave him similar options.”VA-Sen: Disgusting
I'm honestly too disgusted by the events recounted in the Salon article about Senator Allen to write about them in a way that would be acceptable on this blog. Read the article and decide for yourself....“Whatever It Takes” Republicans Embrace Intolerance
A week after Republican National Committee Chairman Ken Mehlman vowed to supporters in an e-mail that the RNC would "hold nothing back" and "spend whatever it takes" to "maintain our majorities," it's clear that Republicans across the country will do and say just about anything to get elected -- even resort to some of the most insidious forms of intolerance.In the last week alone, a Republican candidate in Minnesota attacked his opponent's faith, young conservatives in Michigan are running dangerous and divisive "Catch an Illegal Immigrant" and "Fun With Guns" events, and an Arizona Republican Congressional candidate refused to demand that former KKK Grand Wizard David Duke remove an endorsement and a link to his campaign from Duke's website
Combat Boots vs. Cowboy Boots
A Democrat Rises in Virginia: From the start, the Virginia Senate race was an emblematic campaign for 2006: combat boots vs. cowboy boots, in the inevitable shorthand. A highly decorated Vietnam veteran and former secretary of the Navy who opposed...Instead of Taking His Money, McCotter Should Denounce Allen's History of Racial Divisiveness and Insensitivity
Today, Michigan Republican Congressman Thaddeus McCotter is quietly attending a fundraiser in Washington, DC with Virginia Republican Senator George Allen. Congressman McCotter’s decision to stand with Senator Allen—albeit more than 500 miles from home—comes less that one month after the senator’s controversial and offensive comments about an Indian-American staffer for his opponent, Democratic Senate candidate Jim Webb.Do Giuliani and Steele Endorse Allen's History of Racial Divisiveness?
Former New York Mayor and potential GOP Presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani will be in Virginia and Maryland today stumping for Republican Senate candidates George Allen and Michael Steele.The Two Georges' Special Interest Fundraiser
Today, President Bush will again attend a big-money, closed press fundraiser, this time for embattled GOP Senator George Allen at the home of Ed Gillespie, a Bush confidante and former head of the Republican Party.McCain Should Denounce Allen's Offensive Remarks
Today Republican Senator and potential GOP Presidential candidate John McCain will be in Norfolk, Virginia, stumping for Virginia Senator George Allen.DNC Vice Chair Mike Honda Calls on Senator Allen to Apologize for Derogatory Comments
Democratic National Committee Vice Chairman Congressman Mike Honda issued the following statement in response to derogatory remarks recently made by Virginia Republican Senator George Allen to a staffer of his opponent who is of Indian descent:Must Read: George Allen's America; Out of Touch With Real Americans
An editorial in today's Washington Post sheds light on just how out of touch Senator George Allen, a potential Republican candidate for President, continues to be with ordinary Americans, especially minorities and people of color.Virginia Supports African American Entrepreneurship
The second annual Black Expo. will be held in Norfolk, Virginia this weekend. The expo is designed to spark economic development and attract perspective clients and consumers to black-owned businesses. The effort to promote African American business development contributes to...Senator Allen Made to Apologize for Racially Demeaning Remarks
At a campaign rally last Friday, in a stunning display of racial insensitivity, Republican Senator George Allen singled out and made demeaning remarks about an Indian-American staffer from his Democratic opponent's campaign.Gay Residents Move Out Of Virginia
Like nineteen other states, the Virginia State Legislature has passed legislation amending the constitution to ban same sex marriage. Virginia, however, is now attempting to take it to the next level. Virginia state legislators passed a law two years ago...Democrats You Should Know About
Here are four short introductions to Democrats running for Congress across the country that I think you should know about. Republican Congressman Tom Davis says: "I've never taken a nickel from oil companies" That's not exactly true. $117,360 dollars not...George Allen's Hypocrisy on Tax Cuts
Today, on ABC’s This Week, Senator George Allen bragged about cutting taxes as a senator yet just this April, he voted to raise taxes on students, lower-income families saving for retirement and teachers. In addition, he voted in 2005 against...George Allen on Taxes: All Over the Dude Ranch
Senator Allen (R-VA/CA??) appeared on "This Week" to talk about his record, saying: "We got rid of the marriage penalty tax...we cut taxes for all taxpayers." [ABC, 7/10/06] Hmm. Cutting taxes you say? From DNC Research:2006: Allen Voted To End...Jim Webb Delivers Democratic Radio Address
This week, Jim Webb, candidate for United States Senate in Virginia, delivered the Democratic Radio Address, where he discussed military service and the July 4th holiday.Yesterday's Primary Results
There were a bunch of primary contests yesterday. Below are your newest Democratic nominees. Maine John Baldacci is the Democratic nominee for Governor of Maine. Jean Hay Bright is the Senate nominee. ME 01 TOM ALLEN ME 02 MICHAEL MICHAUD...Dean Statement on Primary Results
In primary elections across the country, Americans showed that they are excited and hungry for change. While Bush Republicans continue to offer more of the same failed policies and misplaced priorities, Democratic candidates around the country are offering strong leadership and real reforms that will put the government back to work for working families, instead of the special interests.50-State Canvass Slideshow & Testimonials
See pictures from events across the country and read what participants in the 50-State Canvass have to say in their own words.More George Allen -- Greatest Misses
Watching Senator Allen on CNN this morning reminded me of two recent quotes (and a bonus third just found today) that I felt needed redistribution at a time like this. First, the Senator on Ben Bernanke to replace Alan Greenspan:...Quote of the Day
Senator/Presidential Candidate George Allen: I think if you reward illegal behavior, you'll get more illegal behavior," said Sen. George Allen, a Virginia Republican. Flashback: Senator Allen defending the president's domestic spying program in December of 2005....President's Approval Slips in "Red States"
A few interesting regional polls released today further documenting a free fall of presidential approval in traditionally "red states." Elon University. February 20-23, 2006 & February 26 to March 2, 2006. 1,277 residents in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina...Secretary Bodman Brings Hot Air on Energy Rhetoric to Richmond
This week, President Bush and members of his Cabinet are touring the country, trying to convince the American people that the Bush Administration is finally joining Democrats in working to reduce America's dependence on foreign oil.Virginia Should Ban All Forms of Workplace Discrimination
The Washington Post reported today that Republicans in the Virginia Senate killed legislation that would have protected Virginia’s LGBT community from workplace discrimination.Virginia Governor Tim Kaine's Response to the State of the Union
I'm Tim Kaine, the governor of the commonwealth of Virginia. And it's an honor tonight to give the Democratic response to President Bush on behalf of my commonwealth, my fellow Democratic governors and the Democratic Party.DNC Member Introduction: Jerome Wiley Segovia
(Jerome Wiley Segovia is a DNC Member At-Large from Fairfax, Virginia. In August, Jerome blogged from the DNC's Hispanic Summit, and did a remarkable job giving readers from across the country a "window into the event." Today, while in Phoenix...NOK in Virginia
The Fairfax County/Falls Church DNC Kickoff event was a great success. Because we were all involved in the Tim Kaine for Governor campaign here in Virginia, most of us were not focusing on planning for this event. At the last minute, we decided that it was a fairly simple undertaking, and that if we were able to get ten or fifteen folks out, it would be a good event. We only had about 48 hours to plan the event, but the online DNC tools helped.Dean Statement on the Resounding Democratic Victories Across the Country
Statement of Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean on the resounding Democratic victories in elections in New Jersey, Virginia, and across the country.What 2005 Means
Tuesday was a very great day for America and a great day for Democrats. Tim Kaine's win in Virginia and Jon Corzine's in New Jersey show that if you have good candidates and a strong agenda -- and are willing to ask for the vote in Republican-leaning areas, not just Democratic areas -- you can win.Change Coming: Democrats Sweep Governor's Races in Virginia, N.J.
Associated Press: "Democrats swept both governors' races Tuesday, with Sen. Jon Corzine easily winning New Jersey and Lt. Gov. Tim Kaine taking Virginia despite a last-minute campaign push for his opponent from President Bush."Election Day Fact
Tim Kaine has been endorsed by 60 Virginia newspapers. Here is the list: (hat tip to Tim Kaine's official blog) Alexandria Gazette Packet Alexandria Metro Herald Alexandria Times Annandale Times Arlington Connection Bristol Herald-Courier Bluefield Telegraph Burke Connection...Virginia Goes to the Polls
If you're in Virginia and are wondering where you can vote, the Commonwealth has set up a great tool so that you can easily find your polling place.Find Your Virginia Polling Place
Information on finding your polling place in Virginia.Volunteer in Virginia or New Jersey
Looking to volunteer in Virginia or New Jersey? The Democratic Governors Association is collecting names of volunteers and sending them to campaign offices where they're needed. If you can make it out for the final weekend before Election Day, fill out the short DGA form and a campaign staffer will get back to you shortly.Republican Desperation in Virginia
Given what I do for a living, I subscribe to all the political email lists I can find. Today I got a poorly-written email from the Maryland Republican Party offering to pay me to go volunteer in Virginia for the election on November 8th.DNC Asian Arab Muslim & Pacific Islander American Campaign Training A Great Success
The DNC worked in cooperation with a number of Asian Arab Muslim & Pacific Islander American (AAMPIA)organizations to host a campaign training seminar that attracted over 50 attendees representing nearly a dozen different AAMPIA communities.Too Hot To Handle; Rove Cancels Appearances with Embarrassed Republicans
For the second time in three days, Karl Rove has bailed out on a Republican fundraiser. Rove scrapped plans to attend a Republican National Committee fundraiser in Greenwich tonight, and RNC Chairman Ken Mehlman filled in at the last minute for Rove, who was a no-show, at a Virginia GOP fundraiser last Saturday.Iraq Veterans Want Change
Associated Press: "Lawyer Patrick Murphy and five other veterans of the Iraq war are asking questions about President Bush's policies in Iraq as part of their broader Democratic campaigns to win congressional seats in next year's elections."Write About Tim Kaine's Vision for Virginia
We've set up a helpful tool that will allow you to easily write to editors across Virginia about Tim Kaine and the 2005 election there.Volunteers make it happen!
Democratic leaders from around the Commonwealth of Virginia continue to step up and support our Democratic nominees in many ways. From hosting events, talking to their neighbors and putting up yard signs, individual volunteers are the lifeblood of the coordinated Democratic campaign.Put Tim Kaine on Your Web Site
Take this code to put Tim Kaine on your web site.Virginia Governor Mark Warner Responds to Katrina Relief Disaster
Democratic Governors across the nation have stepped up to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Learn how Virginia Governor Mark Warner has responded below.Warner Agrees: Bush White House Needs Iraq Plan
As frustration over President Bush’s failure to have a plan to win the War in Iraq continues to mount, so has the number of Republicans who are now distancing themselves from the President’s failures.Celebrating Women's Equality Day
Today, the DNC and all Americans celebrate Women's Equality Day, which marks the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1920, giving women the right to vote.Tim Kaine Highlights His Commitment to Virginia Schools
From the Roanoke Times: Lt. Gov. Tim Kaine moved his campaign for governor into a new phase Saturday, tightening his focus on education spending...RNC Pays to Protect Vote Suppression Operative
While talking out of one side of their mouth about courting the African-American vote and protecting voting rights, the RNC is paying legal bills for those charged with voter suppression.Bush Speech: More Rhetoric, Nothing New
In yet another speech designed to reassure the American people about the war on terror, President Bush offered nothing new on Homeland Security and instead relied on tired and stale rhetoric on Iraq. These speeches do not make our ports, trains and chemical plants any safer. Leadership is about addressing the threats of today and seeing the threats of tomorrow and this President has failed.Virginia
Virginia Democratic Party 1710 E. Franklin Street, 2nd Floor Richmond, VA 23223 804-644-1966 804-343-3642 (fax) http://www.vademocrats.org/ Chair: C. Richard Cranwell Vice Chair: Jennifer L. McClellan Executive Director: Lavar Stoney...Dean Calls on Mehlman to Renounce Voter Suppression Tactics
Washington, DC - During an appearance on behalf of the GOP gubernatorial candidate in Virginia yesterday, RNC Chairman Ken Mehlman vowed to "do whatever we can to help make sure Jerry Kilgore becomes the next governor of the state" -...Conservatives: Progressive Indexing Guts Social Security for Middle Class Americans
trial balloon President Bush floated at his primetime news conference last week. Progressive indexing would dramatically cut hard-earned, guaranteed retirement benefits for middle class Americans; it would gut Social Security and unravel what has been the most successful program of its kind.
