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• Remembering Pearl Harbor

  US. Navy photo of U.S.S. Arizona burning December 7, 1941 “A Date Which Will Live In Infamy” [...]
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  Posted: December 07, 2009, 4:46pm EST
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• Op-Ed “Democrats See Opportunity in Obstacles” by Gov. Jack Markell

  Democrats See Opportunity in Obstacles By Governor Jack Markell While most called with congratulations, more than a few people offered their condolences last November when I was elected Governor of Delaware. With the nation in the middle of its largest and longest recession in decades, unemployment steadily climbing and state budget shortfalls surging, [...]
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  Posted: December 06, 2009, 8:08pm EST
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• “A Plan In Need Of Clarity” Deserves Answers

  Note:  The following is an op-ed penned by Virginia’s Senior Senator, Jim Webb … since his election in 2006 he has provided an important voice on the proper use of our military … and was the legislator most responsible for getting our men and women in uniform a 21st Century [...]
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  Posted: December 04, 2009, 5:20pm EST
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• When Will Virginia’s Closed Rest Areas Reopen?

  When Virginia closed 19 of its 42 rest areas … including the one pictured above … the GOP candidate for Governor … who is now the Gov.-elect … pledged to reopen the rest stops within 90 days of taking office … just a friendly reminder [...]
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  Posted: December 02, 2009, 4:45pm EST
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• Flu.gov Offers Up To Date Information

  Note: The Flu.gov website contains a tremendous amount of information brought to you by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services … it even takes on “Myths vs. Facts” and has an “Ask the Flu Experts” section … check it out [...]
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  Posted: December 01, 2009, 5:18pm EST
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• Get Well Wishes for Congressman Jim Moran

  November 24, 2009 – Congressman Jim Moran, Northern Virginia Democrat, had successful total knee replacement surgery on both knees today at the Anderson Orthopedic Clinic located at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. The surgery was conducted by specialist Dr. C. Anderson Engh. According to the Attending Physician’s Office in the U.S. Capitol, [...]
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  Posted: November 30, 2009, 4:14pm EST
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• Happy Thanksgiving 2009

  As you gather around the table with family and friends to give thanks for all our blessings … don’t forget those less fortunate and most in need … I urge you to consider making some contribution to your local area food bank … [...]
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  Posted: November 25, 2009, 6:04pm EST
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• Are Virginia Democrats Behaving Like This Turtle?

  The turtle wasn’t going anywhere … it had walked part way across the road and had stopped moving … it had pulled in it’s legs and was hiding in it’s shell … is this what happened to Virginia Democrats in 2009? [...]
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  Posted: November 18, 2009, 9:22am EST
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• Arlington’s Grave of the One Unknown US Solider

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  Posted: November 13, 2009, 3:20pm EST
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• Veterans Day 2009

  Veterans Day is a day we honor all Americans who have answered our nation’s call to service in our military. On this Veterans Day, 2009 we especially remember the recent losses of life … the 4,362 in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the 910 in Operation Enduring Freedom and the 13 who [...]
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  Posted: November 11, 2009, 9:10am EST
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• Expedition Granted- National Geographic Channel

  Expedition Granted pits two Young Explorers against one another vying for one grant — here learn about Explorer Trip Jennings. View >> [...]
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  Posted: November 08, 2009, 11:11pm EST
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• Democratic Governors Association’s Analysis of 2009 Deeds Defeat

  Note: The following is provided without comment on the analysis and opinions expressed After the elections Tuesday, DGA Executive Director Nathan Daschle wrote a column for POLITICO on what lessons we should – and shouldn’t – learn from this year’s races. Read the column below: Lessons learned from gov. races Spend enough time [...]
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  Posted: November 08, 2009, 8:37pm EST
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• How Will “Affordable Health Care for America Act” Affect You?

  Interactive Flash Program allows you to learn how the House’s Democratic health reform bill will affect you and those around you Click the image to walk through an interactive “choose-your-own-adventure” style program to learn more about H.R.3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act. [...]
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  Posted: November 07, 2009, 10:47pm EST
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• Progressive States Network’s Analysis of Virginia’s Governor’s Race

  From Progressive States Network:  ”In the recent Virginia Governor’s race, the conservative Democratic candidate spent much of his time explaining how he opposed a public option in health care, opposed robust climate change legislation, and opposed reforms to protect the freedom of workers to form labor unions.  His subsequent loss highlights an [...]
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  Posted: November 07, 2009, 10:22pm EST
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• Quick Post 2009 Election Hits

  Virginia is not and was not “Deeds Country” Few Virginians are “Deeds Democrats” Six out of Every Ten Registered Voters Stayed Home … compare that to 2008 when almost eight in ten voted … Virginians who voted in 2009 accurately reflected the Democratic and Republican Parties “core base” of voters … translation … [...]
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  Posted: November 04, 2009, 11:33pm EST
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• “One Year Ago” – Not The Same Results As Yesterday In Virginia

  “We all knew that electing Barack Obama President was only the opportunity to bring about change; that we would all have to keep working to fulfill the promise our victory offered.” … Note:  Where was OfA with a video like this to supporters in Virginia?  … didn’t they know yesterday’s election [...]
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  Posted: November 04, 2009, 7:56pm EST
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• 10:04pm Brings Thank You Email From Creigh Deeds

  First and foremost, I want to take a moment to thank you for your support over the course of this campaign. Whether you donated your time volunteering in an office, gave up your weekend plans to make calls on my behalf, or gave up a few dollars to help our fight [...]
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  Posted: November 03, 2009, 10:16pm EST
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• Virginia 2009 Election Night Results

  Virginia Public Access Project and Virginia’s  State Board of Elections will be updating a live map of Virginia’s election results after polls close at 7 pm … click here [...]
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  Posted: November 03, 2009, 3:06pm EST
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• OFA Pushes Election Day Turnout – “Two Things”

  Election Day in Virginia is on Tuesday, and we’ve got an important race to win. There are two quick things you can do to make a big impact in our effort to elect Creigh Deeds governor. First: Vote on Tuesday. Look up your polling location now. Second: Call five neighbors in your [...]
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  Posted: November 02, 2009, 7:04pm EST
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• Senator Mark Warner Knows “Every vote counts, and the only poll that matters is the one we take tomorrow.”

  We all know how important elections are.  Last year, you helped elect me to the U.S. Senate and Virginia’s votes helped propel Barack Obama to the White House. Tomorrow, we need you once again to do your part, and I am asking you to vote for Creigh Deeds for Governor, Jody [...]
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  Posted: November 02, 2009, 6:54pm EST
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• Norfolk 2009 GOTV Democratic Rally With President Obama Videos

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  Posted: October 28, 2009, 9:12am EDT
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• Prince William County GOTV Events with Rally Friday Featuring Warner, Kaine, Deeds

  PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY GOTV RALLY Join Governor Kaine, Senator Warner, Creigh Deeds and Delegate Nichols for a GOTV Rally this Friday! October 30th 12:30pm to 1:30pm Cheeseburger in Paradise 14000 Foulger Sq, Woodbridge, VA 22192 GOTV Rally Hosted by Supervisors Jenkins and Principi In Support of Luke Torian and Delegate Paul Nichols Enjoy Free Food and [...]
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  Posted: October 27, 2009, 10:10pm EDT
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• Nov. 4th Post Election Top 10 “I Wish I Had List”

  Note:  The following comes from an email update by the chair of Hampton’s Democratic Committee, Gaylene Kanoyton …. The Top 10… I wish I had list … if our candidates lose by a few votes on Nov. 3 10. I wish I had of volunteered, phone banked, canvassed 9.  I wish [...]
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  Posted: October 27, 2009, 9:55pm EDT
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• Steve Shannon Pick Up More Endorsements as Momentum Builds

  Note: Add The Free Lance Star to the list of newspaper endorsements for Shannon … the following comes via email from his campaign Friends, In 8 days, Steve Shannon is going to be elected Virginia’s next Attorney General. We have been on a wave of momentum recently, picking up steam every day. And [...]
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  Posted: October 26, 2009, 10:54pm EDT
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• Bud Ward For Mathews County Board of Supervisors

  Note: Bud Ward has served on the 1st Congressional District Democratic Committee for years … he’s a true grassroots Democrat … it’s great to see him offering the voters of Mathews County an opportunity to elect him to the Board of Supervisors .. [...]
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  Posted: October 26, 2009, 9:38pm EDT
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• Senator Webb Named Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel

  I’d like to personally congratulate Virginia Senator Jim Webb on being named Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel … ELECTIONS MATTER … his election in 2006 has resulted in important positive changes for our military and their families … including a 21st Century GI Bill [...]
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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 9:46pm EDT
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• Community Leaders Reception With Senator Mark Warner in Newport News

  COMMUNITY LEADERS RECEPTION WITH THE NEXT GOVERNOR OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA SENATOR CREIGH DEEDS PLEASE JOIN HOSTS CONGRESSMAN BOBBY SCOTT SENATOR MAMIE LOCKE SENATOR JOHN MILLER DELEGATE MAMYE BaCOTE DELEGATE JEION WARD MAYOR JOE FRANK MAYOR MOLLY WARD Special Guest: U.S. SENATOR MARK WARNER • • • • • • • • • • • • [...]
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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 9:25pm EDT
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• Democratic Governors Association Issues Campaign Update 11 Days Out

  11 days until the 2009 election Sen. Creigh Deeds is within striking distance of the governorship, with room to grow in the crucial northern Virginia region. His campaign will dedicate his efforts to robust get-out-the-vote efforts in the last 10 days of the race, as President Obama will make his second [...]
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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 6:30pm EDT
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• Washington Post Issues Strong Endorsement of Steve Shannon for Attorney General

  Note:  I continue to be impressed with Steve Shannon and the campaign he is running for Attorney General for the Commonwealth of Virginia … the Washington Post has joined VirginiaDem in endorsing him for the job with the following: Mr. Shannon for attorney generalTwo Fairfax lawmakers are vying for the job [...]
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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 6:24pm EDT
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• UMW Young Democrats Know “It’s About Building a Better Virginia”

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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 6:20pm EDT
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• President Obama Calls on Virginians to “Get Fired Up Once Again”

  Note: In last November’s Presidential election 1,959,532 Virginians cast their ballots for Barack Obama … without a doubt … if Obama voters show up this November 3rd … Creigh Deeds becomes our next Governor, Jody Wagner becomes our next Lt. Governor, Steve Shannon becomes our next Attorney General. [...][...]
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  Posted: October 22, 2009, 9:15pm EDT
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• President Barack Obama Asks Virginia Supporters To Get Fired Up For Deeds!

  Virginia, it’s time to get fired up. I’ve just announced that I’ll be visiting next Tuesday to rally you and your neighbors in support of Creigh Deeds and our movement for change. Creigh Deeds has offered real solutions to address Virginia’s challenges in transportation and the economy, and it’s up [...]
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  Posted: October 21, 2009, 5:53pm EDT
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• Jody Wagner Gets Washington Post’s Endorsement to Become Virginia’s Next Lt. Governor

  Jody Wagner “Smart, tough-minded and capable” JODY WAGNER FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR In Virginia, a problem-solver is a better bet than a pol. The Washington Post Editorial JODY WAGNER, Virginia’s former secretary of finance, is the sort of Democrat that helped cement the Old Dominion’s status as among the cleanest, best managed and most business-friendly states in the [...]
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  Posted: October 19, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
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• Deeds, Wagner, Shannon and Kaine Visit UMW

  Governor Tim Kaine joined Virginia’s Democratic candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and local offices for a rally at the University of Mary Washington’s Lee Hall in Fredericksburg Saturday … here’s a few pictures … Creigh Deeds stands in front of supporters signs Jody Wagner making her case for becoming Lt. [...]
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  Posted: October 18, 2009, 12:17am EDT
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• Washington Post Endorses Creigh Deeds for Governor

  Yes, The Washington Post has indeed endorsed Creigh Deeds for Governor … will it help push the Deeds’ campaign forward with enough momentum to emerge victorious? … “There are plenty of reasons why Mr. Deeds is the better choice for governor in the Nov. 3 election. He has stood with Gov. [...]
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  Posted: October 17, 2009, 10:47pm EDT
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• Democratic Governors Association Calls Virginia Race “tough but winnable”

  18 days until the 2009 election Virginia is a tough but winnable race, with Sen. Deeds within striking distance and room for growth among northern Virginia voters. As the DGA’s political director, Raymond Glendening, said in a conference call this weekwith small donors: “there are a lot of advantages for us in [...]
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  Posted: October 16, 2009, 5:48pm EDT
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• Organizing for America Steps Up Efforts Supporting Creigh Deeds

  Note: This arrived via email and was “Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee, www.barackobama.com. Authorized by, and intended to benefit, Creigh Deeds, Candidate for Governor.” … I’m just sorry it doesn’t include Jody Wagner, Steve Shannon and all our Democratic Party candidates running [...]
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  Posted: October 16, 2009, 5:47pm EDT
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• Virginia Democrats Schedule Rally at University of Mary Washington

  This Saturday, October 17th join Governor Kaine, Creigh Deeds and Jody Wagner for a rally with supporters at the University of Mary Washington 4:00 PM Saturday, October 17th UMW’s  Lee Hall, Room 411 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 [...]
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  Posted: October 15, 2009, 9:37am EDT
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• 5 Virginia House of Delegates Races Get Special Attention From Netroots

  Note:  I received the following via email … interesting netroots strategy to help Democratic candidates  …. Progressive Kick has set up an ActBlue page called “Virginia’s Progressive Kicks” to fundraise for 5 excellent Virginia Democratic House of Delegates candidates, where we MATCH (DOUBLING!) all contributions up to $25,000 and ALL the [...]
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  Posted: October 12, 2009, 10:14pm EDT
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• Steve Shannon for Attorney General Reception Wednesday October 14th

  Evening reception in honor of: Steve Shannon Candidate for Attorney General Wednesday October 14, 2009  6pm-8pm at J. F. FICK, INC. 224 Industrial Court, Fredericksburg, Virginia   22408 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: JOHN FICK AT 540-891-0195 OR E-MAIL AT FICK3@AOL.COM Sponsors and special guests include: John Fick, Senator Edd & Dana Houck, Freeman Beverage Company, Fredericksburg Distributing Company, Bernie & Rae Cohen, Mark & Joan [...]
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  Posted: October 12, 2009, 4:42pm EDT
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• President Obama’s Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 a “call to action”

  Note: The following arrived via email “Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee” … since the President got the news a lot has been said, written … TPM coves some of it … personally I’d like to congratulate President Obama on the award … [...]
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  Posted: October 09, 2009, 5:52pm EDT
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• Democratic Governors Association Updates Virginia Race With 25 Days Remaining

  25 days until the 2009 election Can Northern Virginia Trust McDonnell’s Promises? Washington Post columnist Robert McCartney took a skeptical look at Bob McDonnell’s promises to Northern Virginia this week and found that McDonnell, true to form, is “packaging himself quite differently from how he has in the past.” McCartney writes: [...]
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  Posted: October 09, 2009, 5:28pm EDT
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• Virginia’s Energy Sales Tax Holiday Starts Today

  Note: The following comes from the Office of the Governor, Tim Kaine,  via an emailed press release … GOVERNOR KAINE ENCOURAGES VIRGINIANS TO USE ENERGY SALES TAX HOLIDAY STARTING TODAY ~ Consumers can purchase energy-efficient products tax free October 9-12; claim state rebates and federal credits on qualifying products RICHMOND – Governor [...]
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  Posted: October 09, 2009, 5:05pm EDT
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• Creigh Deeds Scheduled Appearance For Fredericksburg Friday

  This Friday, October 9th, join Creigh at the Riverbend vs. Albemarle High School Football Game 6:30 PM Friday, October 9 12301 Spotswood Furnace RoadFredericksburg, VA 22407 [...]
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  Posted: October 08, 2009, 10:52pm EDT
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• Organizing for America Steps Up To Assist Creigh Deeds for Governor

  As President Obama said, Creigh Deeds’ pragmatic and bipartisan approach to politics “has an ability to bring people together, build consensus and deliver results.”This November, Virginians will be faced with a stark choice. Creigh Deeds, who’s continuing Mark Warner and Tim Kaine’s common-sense tradition of pragmatism and economic growth, or [...]
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  Posted: October 07, 2009, 9:49pm EDT
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• Steve Shannon for Attorney General – Campaign Update

  Note:  I continue to be impressed with Steve Shannon and his campaign for Attorney General … the following is the latest update to arrive via email: ANNOUNCEMENTS: Sun Gazette Endorses Steve Shannon for Attorney General Oct 05, 2009 “The Sun Gazette makes the following endorsements in local and state races. Additional endorsements will come [...]
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  Posted: October 07, 2009, 9:24am EDT
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• 5th Peninsula Jefferson Jackson Reception October 16th

  Note:  I’ve had the pleasure to attend prior Peninsula JJ’s and highly recommend every Democrat in the area attend … here’s the info: Please mark you calendar and participate in the 5th annual Peninsula Jefferson Jackson Reception hosted by the Democratic Committees of Hampton, Newport News and York/Poquoson. This is [...]
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  Posted: October 05, 2009, 11:27pm EDT
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• Democratic Governors Association Updates Virginia Race

  The DGA hit the $4 million milestone in Virginia this week, making the race the most expensive in the organization’s history. Already this year in Virginia, the DGA funded Common Sense Virginia, a progressive organization that ran $3 million worth of advertising that criticized McDonnell’s economic policies. Common Sense Virginia [...]
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  Posted: October 04, 2009, 6:36pm EDT
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• Virginia Democrats “Badge of Honor”

  With less than 40 days until the election, all eyes are on Virginia. In recent history, great Virginia Democrats like Tim Kaine, Mark Warner and Jim Webb swept the state, and the Republicans are desperate for a comeback. It’s crucial that leading up to November 3 we show them we’re stronger than ever.The [...]
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  Posted: October 02, 2009, 3:53pm EDT
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• Virginia’s Voter Registration Deadline is Monday, October 5th

  Planning to vote on Tuesday, November 3rd? … You must be registered by 5:00 pm Monday, October 5th or have a voter registration application form in the mail … click here for the official Virginia Voter Registration Application Form and a list of locations where you can register by mail [...]
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  Posted: September 30, 2009, 3:49pm EDT
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• Ad Featuring Senator Mark Warner Pushes His Choice for Governor on Nov. 3rd

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  Posted: September 29, 2009, 3:04pm EDT
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• Webb Says Afghanistan Policy “U.S. Must Articulate Clear & Attainable Goals, Defined Endpoint”

  Note:  If you are concerned about U.S. foreign policy in Afghanistan and the proper use of our military you should check out Senator Jim Webb on Meet the Press   … the following comes from his communications office: This Sunday, Senator Jim Webb will appear on Meet the Press to discuss [...]
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  Posted: September 26, 2009, 10:37am EDT
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• Only 39 Days Until Virginia’s 2009 Election

  Democratic Governors Association State of Play Update Creigh Deeds’s momentum continues to build as voters learn more about Bob McDonnell’s out-of-the-mainstream agenda and the thesis that became his blueprint for governing. Three polls this week show the race tightening to within four points, as Deeds gains among critical groups like [...]
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  Posted: September 25, 2009, 1:10pm EDT
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• Four Minutes on Health Insurance Reform

  Note: This email came from the White House about health “insurance” reform and is worthy of your consideration … Four minutes — that’s all you need to learn just what you get from health insurance reform. Take the few minutes and watch now: The details the President outlines in this video are [...]
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  Posted: September 25, 2009, 10:15am EDT
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• Democratic Governors Have Led Virginia To Fourth “ Best State for Business” Award

  Note:  The following press release from the Office of the Governor provides yet another reason to VOTE for Creigh Deeds, Jody Wagner, and Steve Shannon on November 3rd … Want results like these achieved under Mark Warner and Tim Kaine leadership? … VOTE DEMOCRATIC! RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today [...]
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  Posted: September 24, 2009, 10:16pm EDT
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• Video Details Current Virginia Lt. Governor’s Work History

  Note: This is one of the “must see” political videos of the 2009 election season here in Virginia … enjoy! Lt. Governor Candidate Forum CanceledOn Thursday, September 24 the forum for candidates for Lt. Governor has been canceled.Bill Bolling has been a no-show for more than 90% of the meetings of [...]
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  Posted: September 23, 2009, 5:44pm EDT
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• 45 Days Until the 2009 Election – DGA Updates Virginia Governor’s Race

  Note:  The following update is brought to you by the Democratic Governors Association DemocraticGovernors.org Follow them on Twitter | Support them on Facebook In the first gubernational debate since Labor Day, Sen. Creigh Deeds highlighted the contrast between his plan to move Virginia forward and GOP candidate Bob McDonnell’s plan to take the [...]
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  Posted: September 19, 2009, 10:56pm EDT
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• Financial Crisis Continues To Have Major Impact on Virginia

  COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA Office of the Governor Timothy M. Kaine                                         FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Governor                                                          September 15, 2009 GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES MEASURES TO MEET OBLIGATIONS OF UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION PROGRAM ~ Commonwealth will [...] [...]
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  Posted: September 15, 2009, 11:34pm EDT
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• Attorney General Candidate Steve Shannon Provides Clear Contrast With Opponent

  Attorney General Candidate Steve Shannon had everyone standing at Saturday’s Democratic Party of Virginia meeting …When you talk to your fellow citizens tell them … “Steve Shannon is a former prosecutor running to keep families safe. Ken Cuccinelli is a politician… running to promote a personal political agenda,” [...]
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  Posted: September 13, 2009, 9:43pm EDT
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• Remembering September 11th and Coming Together As One Nation

  Note: The following are remarks made today by President Obama at the Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Virginia … THE PRESIDENT:  Secretary Gates, Admiral Mullen and members of the Armed Forces, fellow Americans, family and friends of those that we lost this day — Michelle and I are deeply humbled to be [...]
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  Posted: September 11, 2009, 1:13pm EDT
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• President Obama’s Post Speech Email

  Note:  The following is from an email from President Barack Obama dated Wednesday, September 9, 2009 @ 9:53 PM  and “Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee — 430 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. This communication is not authorized by any candidate [...]
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 10:21pm EDT
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• Senator Ted Kennedy’s Letter To President Obama on Health Care

  THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary _______________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                         September 9, 2009 Below is the text of the letter from Senator Edward M. Kennedy referenced by the President in tonight’s address to [...]
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 10:04pm EDT
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• President Obama Kicks Off School Year in Arlington

  REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT IN DISCUSSION WITH 9TH GRADERS Wakefield High School   Arlington, Virginia  11:01 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. So this is the first day of high school? STUDENTS: Yes. THE PRESIDENT: Wow. I’m trying to remember back to my first day of high school. I can’t remember that far back. But [...]
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 8:10pm EDT
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• Senator Mark Warner Ask You To Step Up and Help

  With less than 60 days until the election, all eyes are on Virginia. Traditionally, Labor Day is the official campaign kick-off off the fall campaign, but we’ve been working hard since mid-June to make sure we continue the progress we’ve made over the last decade. After hosting events for nearly 20 [...]
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 5:11pm EDT
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• President Obama on Labor Day and Fair Rewards for Hard Work

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  Posted: September 05, 2009, 8:34pm EDT
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• Mark Warner’s Health Care Town Hall

  With doors opening at 6pm a crowd estimated at over 1,800 began entering the Fredericksburg Conference Center Virginians supporting health care reform came with signs at the ready Scheduled to start at 7pm early arrivals had plenty of time to share opinions Senator Mark Warner arrives and sheds his jacket in preparation for [...]
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  Posted: September 04, 2009, 11:01pm EDT
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• Media Coverage of Mark Warner’s Health Care Town Hall

  WARNER WALKS FINE LINE ON HEALTH CARE The Associated Press FREDERICKSBURG – Virginia’s freshman Democratic senator and former governor, Mark Warner, joined public tumult over health-care reform with a town-hall meeting yesterday on the divisive issue. During the evening event attended by about 1,800 people, Warner walked the fine line between the two groups, something [...]
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  Posted: September 04, 2009, 10:21pm EDT
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• Mark Warner Schedules Fredericksburg Town Hall Meeting

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  Posted: September 01, 2009, 2:37pm EDT
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• Rest In Peace Senator Kennedy

  My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, millions of Americans and people around the world who mourn the death of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. History will remember “Senator Ted” as one of the most dynamic and influential legislators in our Nation’s history.  His legacy will live on in the [...]
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  Posted: August 29, 2009, 8:45am EDT
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• Senator Jim Webb’s Myanmar Trip Yeilds Positive Results

  Webb Secures Release of Yettaw, Meets with Aung San Suu Kyi Saturday, August 15—U.S. Senator Jim Webb has finished up a two-day visit to Myanmar by obtaining the release of American prisoner John Yettaw and meeting with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi.  Webb, who on [...]
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  Posted: August 15, 2009, 10:35am EDT
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• Arlington National Cemetery Visits – Honoring Our Fallen

  “… almost four million people who visit annually, Arlington National Cemetery represents many different things. For some, it is a chance to walk among headstones that chronicle American history; for many, it is an opportunity to remember and honor the nation’s war heroes; and for others, it is a place [...]
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  Posted: August 11, 2009, 11:17pm EDT
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• Happy Birthday President Obama!

  From all of us in the Rappahannock Region for Obama, Happy Birthday Mr. President! [...]
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  Posted: August 04, 2009, 9:54pm EDT
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• Take Precautions Against The H1N1 (Swine Flu) Virus

  With the continued presence of the H1N1 virus … swine flu …  the following are a few “common sense” things you should do to avoid contracting it … and more … these guidelines are condensed from the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and the Virginia Department of Health [...]
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  Posted: July 26, 2009, 8:44pm EDT
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• “Rally for Virginia” August 6th

  All eyes are on Virginia. On Thursday, August 6th, I will be proud to stand with President Obama and Governor Kaine at a “Rally for Virginia.” Will you rally with us and help make sure we keep our Commonwealth blue? Click here to RSVP to attend the “Rally for Virginia.” Here are [...]
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  Posted: July 26, 2009, 8:43pm EDT
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• Gov. Kaine and Cabinet Scheduled To Visit Fredericksburg July 29th

  Fredericksburg Cabinet Community Day Governor Timothy M. Kaine, his Cabinet and members of his senior staff will conduct their fifteenth Cabinet Community Day on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 in the Fredericksburg area. This is the third Cabinet Community Day of 2009. The Governor holds four Cabinet Community Days every year, [...][...]
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  Posted: July 26, 2009, 8:42pm EDT
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• Info on America’s Affordable Health Choices Act

  Note:  Today House Democrats introduced a legislation package designed to help reform the U.S. health care system … for detailed information check out the following Information on America’s Affordable Health Choices Act: - Bill Text - Summary - Protecting Program Integrity by Preventing Waste, Fraud and Abuse - What’s In the Health Care Reform Bill For You? - Paying [...]
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  Posted: July 14, 2009, 10:23pm EDT
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• USA Turns 233 Years Old – Happy 4th!

  Happy 232 Birthday, USA! Note: While you and yours are celebrating the birth of our Nation … please take time to remember all those who helped build this extraordinary country … [...]
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  Posted: July 04, 2009, 10:20am EDT
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• Jody Wagner Attending Fauquier Democrats Annual July 4th Festivities

  Annual July 4 Picnic & Celebration Jody Wagner will be there. Will you? Fireworks, BBQ and Democrats: three essential ingredients for a fantastic party. Jody Wagner, Virginia’s Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor, will be attending. You won’t want to miss our annual 4th of July celebration, hosted by Bob Zwick at his Dondoric Farm. [...]
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  Posted: July 03, 2009, 6:00pm EDT
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• Al Franken Finally Emerges Victorious In Minnesota’s US Senate Race

  I was pleased to see that Al Franken has finally been declared the winner of the US Senate election he won last November … but it took a unanimous decision by the Minnesota Supreme Court to finally get Norm Coleman and the RSCC to admit defeat … I look forward to [...]
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  Posted: June 30, 2009, 10:22pm EDT
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• Gov. Kaine Ask For Help To Keep “Moving Virginia Forward”

  Virginia Democrats have made amazing progress in recent years. Last year’s election showed once again that Virginians want strong leaders who focus on results – not ideology – and who are willing to make tough choices based on what’s best for the Commonwealth. With your support we’ve kept Virginia moving forward. [...]
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  Posted: June 30, 2009, 10:42am EDT
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• King George Red, White and Blue Picnic Today

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  RED, WHITE & BLUE PICNIC! Saturday * June 27 * 4–7pm 17064 Ferry Dock Road, Dahlgren, King George (Home of Helene & Dick Kelly) Take route 206 (Dahlgren Road) into Dahlgren. Turn right at the light onto Potomac Drive. Go to the end of the road. Turn right on Ferry Dock Road and left [...]
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  Posted: June 27, 2009, 11:20am EDT
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• Deeds For Virginia – Join Us and Keep The Monentum Going

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  Posted: June 26, 2009, 5:48pm EDT
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• Steve Shannon for Attorney General Releases Debate Videos

  Note:  Click here to see more Steve Shannon’s videos [...]
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  Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:45pm EDT
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• Senator Mark Warner Offers Legislation On Government’s TARP Investments

  Here is what the TARP Recipient Ownership Trust Act of 2009 will do: Out of government control: Government ownership stakes in more that 20 percent of a private company — which, by fall 2009, will include AIG, Citigroup, and General Motors – will move into a newly created Limited Liability Corporation (LLC). Private [...]
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  Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:17pm EDT
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• Senator Mark Warner Busy Supporting Creigh Deeds for Governor

  Virginia Democrats are energized and united behind Creigh Deeds, our new nominee for governor. Right after our primary election, I had the privilege of joining Creigh and our other Democratic statewide nominees as we officially kicked-off the Fall campaign and demonstrated to Virginians that our ticket will continue the progress [...]
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  Posted: June 22, 2009, 10:35pm EDT
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• Basic Info on “Cash for Clunkers”

  “Cash for Clunkers” was included in the Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2009 (H.R. 2346) … it should help … reduce greenhouse gas emissions, our dependence on oil, and stimulates new-vehicle sales to help our economy …  people who trade in a vehicle made in 1984 or later that gets 18 [...]
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  Posted: June 21, 2009, 2:10pm EDT
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• President Obama’s Plan for Regulatory Reform of Our Financial System

  Note:  The Obama Administration has released a regulatory reform plan designed to “modernize and protect the integrity of our financial system.” … according the the Treasury … the plan will: Require that all financial firms that pose a significant risk to the financial system at large are subjected to strong consolidated [...]
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  Posted: June 20, 2009, 7:27pm EDT
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• Virginia Bar Association Announces July 25th Gubernatorial Debate

  The Virginia Bar Association announced today that Sen. Creigh Deeds and former Attorney General Bob McDonnell have agreed to allow the association to host the two men’s first debate. The VBA has been hosting debates early in the election season for decades and everyone had already been assuming they’d do [...]
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  Posted: June 19, 2009, 2:45pm EDT
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• Virginia Democrats “A Lot Done, More To Do”

  Creigh Deeds is poised to continue the same tradition that allowed Mark Warner, Tim Kaine, and President Barack Obama to make so much progress.  But it won’t be easy, and it couldn’t be more importat. Simply put: there is “A Lot Done, More To Do.” To give President Obama the partners he [...]
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  Posted: June 18, 2009, 6:21pm EDT
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• Moving Virginia Forward Campaigns For Investment In Virginia’s Future

  Dear Friends, We’ve had a spirited campaign season thus far, and I couldn’t be more excited about our chances this fall with Creigh Deeds as our candidate for Governor. For months, the opposition believed that our primary would divide us and hurt our chances of winning in November. We’ve proved them [...]
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  Posted: June 18, 2009, 6:19pm EDT
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• DPVA State Central Committee Passes Memorial Resolutions

  Note: During Saturday’s meeting of the Democratic Party of Virginia’s State Central Committee passed the following Memorial Resolutions unanimously Memorial Resolution celebrating the life of George Rawlings Commemorating the life and public service of Hon. Ellen Bozman Honoring the Life and Work of Marwan Burgan (1954-2009) Resolution Honoring Jane Vitray Resolution in Memory of Airi [...]
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  Posted: June 17, 2009, 10:42pm EDT
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• Virginia Senator Mark Warner on Regulating Financial Institutions “Too Big to Fail”

  Note: “Senator Mark Warner took to the Senate floor on June 16 to express his concerns about plans for the Federal Reserve to regulate financial institutions considered “too big to fail.” He proposed the creation of a “systemic risk council” that would include the Treasury secretary, Fed chairman and heads [...]
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  Posted: June 16, 2009, 10:18pm EDT
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• June 2009 DPVA State Central Committee Recap

  Note: The following “State Central Committee Meeting Quick Recap comes … with my minor tweaks … from the new DPVA Secretary Steve Bunn: Saturday June 13th the State Central Committee of the Democratic Party of Virginia met for its regular quarterly meeting (meetings are held at various locations in the Commonwealth, [...]
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  Posted: June 16, 2009, 9:48am EDT
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• “Virginia’s Unbuilt Road To Progress” Op-Ed by Governor Tim Kaine

  VIRGINIA’S UNBUILT ROAD TO PROGRESS  By Tim Kaine Washington Post Op-Ed When I ran for governor, I told Virginians that I wanted to find transportation solutions — more road, rail and public transit options and better linkages between land use and transportation planning. In my last months in office, I am doing what I [...]
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  Posted: June 15, 2009, 8:12pm EDT
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• DPVA’s Executive Director, Levar Stoney to join Creigh Deeds Campaign

  Word arrived today from C. Richard Cranwell, the Chairman of the Democratic Party of Virginia that Executive Director, Levar Stoney is becoming the Political Director for Creigh Deeds campaign … “I’m immensely proud of Levar, who has served as Party Political Director (2006 – 2008) and Executive Director since 2008. [...]
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  Posted: June 15, 2009, 8:10pm EDT
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• DPVA’s Williamsburg Unity Rally Looks To General Election

  note: With thunderstorms, heat and humidity in the forecast … by my count … over 450 people from all corners of Virginia braved the weather and attended the DPVA’s Unity Rally held on the campus of William and Mary in Williamsburg Saturday … here’s a few pictures I was able [...]
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  Posted: June 14, 2009, 12:26am EDT
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• Eight Questions To Ponder About Tuesday’s Outcome From The Washington Post

  NOTE: Having not had time to write my own analysis I came across this article for your consideration …  click here to see the original … The Proof of Political Wisdom Is in the Results of the Election By Rosalind S. Helderman and Anita Kumar Washington Post Staff Writers Thursday, June 11, 2009 Elections [...]
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  Posted: June 12, 2009, 6:06pm EDT
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• Keep Momentum Going Our Way Virginia Democrats

  The choice is clear.  In November, Virginians will decide between Creigh Deeds’ commitment to keep moving our state forward and Bob McDonnell’s desire to turn back the clock. That’s why, in just a few minutes, I will join Brian Moran and Terry McAuliffe at a special event in Richmond to formally [...]
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  Posted: June 12, 2009, 5:54pm EDT
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• Creigh Deeds Reaches Out To Every Virginia Democrat

  Last night was incredible. You helped us defy expectations and claim victory when we were counted out just a few weeks before Election Day. Thank you! I want to thank my friends — Brian Moran and Terry McAuliffe – for running outstanding campaigns.  The energy and passion they brought to [...]
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  Posted: June 11, 2009, 9:18pm EDT
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• Virginia GOP’s Eric Cantor Pushes Radial Right Wing Lunatic Meme Against Obama Administration

  Note:  the following comes via the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Eric Cantor does it again: The No. 2 Republican in the House on Thursday compared President Barack Obama’s plans for the auto industry to the policies of Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, saying the White House has stripped credit holders of rights [...]
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  Posted: June 11, 2009, 8:48pm EDT
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