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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 28 Hope you had a fabulous Memorial Day weekend! Of course, having yesterday off makes today feel like a Monday... We had perfect weather for all of the Memorial Day remembrance events. It's so important to take a moment and honor those who...Tags: The Pennsylvania State University, Ceremonies, Arts and Culture, Politics, Personal Service
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Three former GOP lawmakers back Democrat McAuliffe for Gov.
Three former Republican state Delegates threw their support Wednesday behind presumptive Democratic nominee for governor Terry McAuliffe. Former Dels. Vince Callahan Jr., who represented McLean in the House for 40 years, Jim Dillard of Fairfax, and...Tags: Government, Bob McDonnell, Elections, Parties and Movements, Executive Branch
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Republicans in State Senate disappointed, Democrats pleased with redistricting ruling
WDBJ7 Senior ReporterRepublicans in the State Senate say they're deeply disappointed. Democrats are pleased, after a ruling in the House of Delegates derailed a controversial redistricting plan. The decision could have an impact on other major proposals, including the...Tags: Richard L Saslaw, Thomas K. Norment, Jr., Emmett W. Hanger, Jr., Republican Party, Politics
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Republicans push surprise redistricting plan through State Senate, Democrats protest
ReporterA surprise move in the State Senate could cost Bath County Senator Creigh Deeds his seat. Monday afternoon, Republicans pushed through a bill that puts the Democrat in the same district as Republican Emmett Hanger. The plan also adjusts the boundaries...Tags: Elections, Emmett W. Hanger, Jr., Republican Party, Politics, John Edwards
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State Senate move could cost Bath County Senator his seat
WDBJ7 ReporterA surprise move in the State Senate could cost Bath County Senator Creigh Deeds his seat. Monday afternoon, Republicans pushed through a bill that puts the Democrat in the same district as Republican Emmett Hanger. GOP members say they're trying to...Tags: Republican Party, Politics, Bath County
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Democrat McAuliffe announces bid for Virginia governor
Terry McAuliffe is running for Virginia governor again. The former Democratic National Committee chairman announced his 2013 candidacy in a mass email to supporters Thursday. McAuliffe unsuccessfully sought his party's nomination for governor four years...
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Republican takeover of Virginia Senate brings new committee assignments for western Virginia lawmakers
The power shift in the State Senate is bringing big changes on committees, and veteran Democrats from western Virginia are losing some of their plum assignments.
Senator Creigh Deeds, (D) 25th District in Bath County says, "We used to be able to say that...Tags: Richmond (Richmond, Virginia), Parties and Movements, U.S. Senate, Republican Party, Politics
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Lieutenant Governor breaks tie on power sharing
Virginia Senate Republicans ruled out power sharing with Democrats on Wednesday with Republican Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling casting the vote that broke a partisan 20-20 tie, then used Bolling's position to take control of the Senate.
Republicans rejected a...Tags: Thomas K. Norment, Jr., Parties and Movements, Executive Branch, A Donald McEachin, Regional Authority
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State Senate makes news as they confront 20/20 split
News 7 ReporterNormally, the opening session of the General Assembly is routine, leading up to the Governor's State of the Commonwealth address later in Wednesday evening But Wednesday afternoon, members of the Senate actually made some news, as they confronted the...Tags: Thomas K. Norment, Jr., Parties and Movements, Executive Branch, Regional Authority, Politics
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Setback for proposed amendment on prayer in public schools
ReporterA Senate subcommittee will not endorse an amendment to the state constitution that its sponsor says will protect prayer in the public schools. "I’m just trying to strengthen our constitution," said Grayson Co. Delegate Bill Carrico. "I’m not...Tags: Public Schools, Justice and Rights, Politics, Republican Party, Censorship
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Republican Bob McDonnell builds 11 point lead over Creigh Deeds in Virginia gov race: New poll
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Judge Parker's 'fan' mail
Who's on Team Gloucester?One year to the day after visiting Judge Westbrook J. Parker dug into the wallets of 40 Gloucester citizens, he will be up for reappointment as a circuit court judge. On Dec. 17, 2008, Parker levied sanctions of $2,000 apiece......Tags: Janet D Howell, Thomas K. Norment, Jr., Richard L Saslaw, William K Barlow, Ward L. Armstrong
May 28, 2013
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Nov 9, 2012
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Oct 26, 2009
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Nov 30, 2009
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