Monthly Archives: August 2009

IT IS AN OLD POST, BUT STRANGELY CURRENT

Posted on August 31, 2009 by

In the world of the 24-hour news cycle, news rapidly deteriorates.   That is a shame.  We need to take the time to think.  Remember the stimulus bills and hundreds of billions spent and wasted in a rush? We were also … Continue reading →

Posted in Health Care Nationalization, VA-Blogs | 2 Comments

A OPEN TOWN HALL FOR VIRGINIA’S 11TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

Posted on August 29, 2009 by

Thanks to our wildly imaginative new congressman, Gerry Connolly, we have had several different types of town hall meetings Electronically shielded town halls with all deflectors up. Town hall fortresses, meetings staged in gated communities. Hit and run town halls, … Continue reading →

Posted in candidate support, Health Care Nationalization | 3 Comments

A DIVIDE TOO WIDE TO BRIDGE

Posted on August 29, 2009 by

I have a page on my blog called Bridge Makers.  It is a rare day I see any post I would consider worthy of calling a bridge maker.   I have never received a nomination.  Why is that?  What divides us?  Why … Continue reading →

Posted in Bridge Maker, Tea Party | 2 Comments

WHEN DOES THE PROTECTION OF THE “RIGHTS” OF TERRORISTS BECOME TERRORISM?

Posted on August 28, 2009 by

Here is today’s edition of Delegate Scott Lingamfelter’s campaign newsletter. L. Scott Lingamfelter Delegate, 31st District Virginia House of Delegates The Desecration of Patriotism I think it’s safe to say that the Obama Administration has reached too far on healthcare … Continue reading →

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AN EXAMPLE OF WHY REPUBLICANS FAIL

Posted on August 28, 2009 by

I am a Republican.  On occasion, I contribute a small amount of money to the party.    When I do so, I contribute to the local party, and, when I want to attend a state convention, I contribute to the state … Continue reading →

Posted in Republican Party

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE – AUGUST 24, 2009 MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Posted on August 25, 2009 by

The Prince William County Republican Committee got its new west end headquarters off to a great start.  With Supervisor Wally Covington providing tasty treats, we saw quite a few visitors enjoy a sumptuous social hour and stay over for the … Continue reading →

Posted in PWC Republican Committee Meetings

BOB MARSHALL’S CAMPAIGN KICKOFF

Posted on August 23, 2009 by

This weekend I attended the campaign kickoff for Delegate Bob Marshall.  This was a fun event. David Blake kindly hosted the event in his marvelous home, and he thanked Marshall for the support he has given The Buckland Preservation Society. Senator Jay O’Brien … Continue reading →

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BRAGGING RIGHTS

Posted on August 21, 2009 by

The special session of the General Assembly is over, and it earned Senator Ken Cuccinelli something relatively rare, bragging rights.  In fact, there are folks doing Cuccinelli’s bragging for him. Consider the following: Is over. Not a minute too soon … Continue reading →

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