Posted on 10/31/2005 6:24:20 AM PST by Corin Stormhands
Weekly wrapup of Virginia Campaign News. Post 'em if you've got 'em...
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Virginia Campaign News - October, 24 2005 - Thread XXVI - 2 more weeks
From the RTD:
Kaine's record left praise, questions
by Gordon Hickey and Tyler Whitley
Timothy M. Kaine wasn't supposed to be mayor of Richmond.
Kilgore: focused on criminal-justice
by Frank Green and Tyler Whitley
Republican gubernatorial candidate Jerry W. Kilgore's tough-on-crime talk on the campaign trail reflects a career spent dealing largely with public-safety issues.
Candidate speaks about his faith
He urges congregation in Chesterfield to trust in God, to trust government leaders
by Tyler Whitley
Republican gubernatorial candidate Jerry W. Kilgore had kind words for his Democratic opponent, Timothy M. Kaine, yesterday as he testified to the power of prayer while at a Chesterfield County church.
Kaine rallies base during final push
With a poll showing a slight lead in the race, he focuses on minorities, labor groups
by Jeffy Schapiro
Democrat Timothy M. Kaine -- buoyed by a fresh poll that suggests he is inching ahead in the governor's race -- yesterday began the final push to Election Day. He drew thousands at rallies in Norfolk and Richmond, where he proclaimed, "We're going to win!"
FROM SUNDAY:
Kilgore sets record for funds in governor race
He surpasses Warner as he and Kaine continue to pull in money
by Pamela Stallsmith
Republican Jerry W. Kilgore amassed nearly $4.4 million for his gubernatorial bid between Oct. 1 and Oct. 26, while Democrat Timothy M. Kaine added more than $3 million to his campaign coffers.
Va. roots, politics shape Kilgore
by Tyler Whitley
While "knowledgable" FReepers have posted to the contrary, here's Senator George Allen campaigning with Kilgore.
That's pretty much it. And he HAS signed some decent legislation. Not much that he had anything to do with though.
Plus, the economy improved dramatically.
On radio, Kilgore says concealed-gun permit should extend to bars
by Tyler Whitley and Kiran Krishnamurthy
Jerry W. Kilgore said yesterday that he favors changing the law to allow Virginians with concealed-weapons permits to carry their firearms into restaurants and bars.
Once again, there is ONE pro-2nd Amendment candidate in this race.
Wilder to back Kaine, who spent yesterday in Hampton Roads
by Bill Geroux and Jeffy Schapiro
Richmond Mayor L. Douglas Wilder, an on-again, off-again Democrat, is poised to back his party's gubernatorial nominee, Timothy M. Kaine, today.
Not surprising. But a Kilgore endorsement would've been fun. Doug's obviously not thinking the Mayor's office is the end of his career. He's nothing if not self-promoting.
GOP delegates target illegal immigrants
Issue filtering down from race for governor; advocate for Latinos derides plans
by Paul Bradley
SPRINGFIELD -- Republican lawmakers yesterday pledged to support a package of tough new laws cracking down on illegal immigration, signaling the combustible issue has spilled from the gubernatorial campaign into legislative contests.
Scott woman suing Kilgore's mother
She says the county registrar wrongly called her a felon, struck her from voting roll
A Scott County woman claims Willie Mae Kilgore, mother of the Republican gubernatorial candidate, libeled her by calling her a felon, and the woman is suing Mrs. Kilgore for $200,000.
Today's election thread is brought to you by the letter "C" for collusion.
How convenient on the timing. This is a pure grudge match. Years ago, Mrs. Kilgore was the registrar and was fired because she was a Republican (I think it was when Robb became Governor). Mrs. Kilgore won and has retained her position since that time. The RATS have hated her ever since.
Byrne ad cites firm that failed
Bankrupt insurer an issue; Bolling slams 'dishonest attack'
by Pamela Stallsmith
The pitch in the lieutenant governor's campaign rose yesterday as Democrat Leslie L. Byrne began airing a second television ad that again questions Republican Bill Bolling's role in his former company's demise.
Kaine, Kilgore spend half their funds on TV, radio ads
by Pamela Stallsmith
About half of the money raised by gubernatorial hopefuls Democrat Timothy M. Kaine and Republican Jerry W. Kilgore through last Wednesday has gone toward television and radio advertising.
If you haven't already, it's time to volunteer for the 72 Hour Program. Voter turnout is key in this race..
Now if only califoria republicans would do something about illegal immigration....
That's big. That is something that needs to be changed and wouldn't stand a chance with Kaine. I hope some of those who were going to cast a protest vote see this and change their mind.
Thought you might enjoy this. This picture is in the Goochland Courier this week. It's also on their website - http://www.goochlandcourier.com
The story is on this page - http://www.goochlandcourier.com/gcgovernment.html
Bump to post #26. Get over there and freep that poll.
The articles on illegals and CCP were very interesting.
For the life of me I can not understand what people don't understand about the word "illegal." The definition is pretty simple - ask any 7 year old and they can tell you what the word means (I just asked my 7 yo to prove my point). These people have broken the law - OUR laws and they should not be afforded things provded to law-abiding citizens. After the expose done by the Hampton Roads paper about the carnage they have contributed on the roads of the Eastern Shore - I can not understand the supportive letters for Kaine in our local paper.
As to the CCP in bars/restaurants, I've got no problem, but since it seems to be the ones impacted by it that are expressing opposition, I would be inclined to handle it in the same manner as alcohol being served, or smoking being permitted - leave it up to the owner of the establishment. It's their property after all
Is anyone else working the polls? If you're in the Hampton Roads area and are going to work the polls, please let me know. We usually try to get pizza out to as many of our folks as possible for lunch or dinner. While this can be time consuming at times, it was a lot of fun during the Presidential election.
MoJo managed to get out of bed early enough to actually help with the donut delivery.
I'm working as a poll watcher from 6-11 in my precinct.
FReepmail me where you are going to be. You are in the Hampton Roads area, right?
No. I'm in Chesterfield.
Republicans plan curbs on illegals
By Keyonna Summers
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
November 2, 2005
Virginia House Republicans, who are facing re-election Tuesday, have outlined plans to bar illegal aliens from receiving state benefits and to give police more power to detain them.
House Speaker William J. Howell, Stafford Republican, said yesterday that lawmakers are making such plans because the estimated 200,000 illegal aliens in Virginia have strained government resources.
"We welcome new members of the American family so long as they abide by our rules," he said. "That's why House Republicans ... are so troubled by the fact that government resources at all levels are being stretched thin dealing with the safety and security issues caused by illegal immigration."
Delegate David B. Albo, Springfield Republican, said he plans to submit legislation to require election officials to verify a resident's citizenship on voter-registration applications. The proposed legislation also would enable police officers to detain illegal aliens during traffic stops if there is a prior offense on the record.
Mr. Albo also wants to require day-labor centers to check the legal status of workers, amending legislation he submitted last year.
Continue: http://www.washtimes.com/metro/20051101-104932-6777r.htm
Local races focus on Warner, taxes
By Christina Bellantoni
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
November 2, 2005
The House of Delegates races next week in Northern Virginia are emerging as a referendum on Gov. Mark Warner and the state's massive 2004 tax increase that he championed.
Several of the races pit Republican incumbents who opposed the increase against Democratic challengers, who are supported by Mr. Warner and who say they would have voted for the $1.38 billion tax increase -- the largest in Virginia history. The package -- which funded education, health care and public safety -- also cut the food tax and income taxes for poor Virginians.
One of the most watched races is between Delegate Jeffrey M. Frederick, a freshman in the House, and Hilda Barg, a Prince William County supervisor.
"Ever since I voted against the tax increase ...[Mr. Warner] has been targeting me," said Mr. Frederick, Prince William County Republican. "I guess when you don't vote for the governor's tax increase he comes to your district to support someone who will."
Mr. Frederick said he stands by his vote, particularly since the state has a record surplus.
Continue: http://www.washtimes.com/metro/20051101-104932-4513r.htm
Are you here whining about the campaign or the ads or your pet issue? Or are you getting off yer backside and volunteering for the 72 Hour Program. This program is effective and the RATS are scared of it. If you aren't signed up, do it NOW!
From today's RTD:
Taxes take front seat in race
Wilder backs Kaine, plays down differences over 2004 tax package
by Jeffy Schapiro
Mayor L. Douglas Wilder of Richmond yesterday endorsed fellow Democrat Timothy M. Kaine for governor, glossing over his opposition to the cornerstone of Kaine's candidacy -- a popular, $1.4 billion tax increase package in 2004 for police, schools and social services.
No real surprise here. Doug always plays the card that he thinks benefits him the most. All this says is that he wants to run for something again and wants the RATS to back him.
Kilgore: Taxes take front seat in race
Republican pumps anti-tax message in visits to gas stations
by Tyler Whitley
Republican gubernatorial candidate Jerry W. Kilgore took his anti-tax message to Chesterfield County yesterday, telling motorists that Democrat Timothy M. Kaine would be more likely to raise gasoline taxes than he would be.
Tax relief will shrink for some
Vehicle owners face paying more as state caps reimbursements
by Olympia Meola and Julian Walker
If you own a car in a growing locality, you could pay higher taxes in coming years because the state is capping car-tax reimbursements to localities.
Parties court absentee voters
Some registrars report an increase in ballot applications this year
by Pamela Stallsmith
Deeds ad targets contributions
Campaign manager for rival McDonnell says the television spot is full of misstatements
by Michael Hardy
Democratic attorney general candidate R. Creigh Deeds is reviving claims that his Republican foe is accepting "tainted" and illegal campaign contributions.
I know this has been around for a little while, but if you haven't seen it you should check it out - http://www.nrapvf.org/media/pdf/kaine_standup.htm
 Polling Memorandum |
I'm not conerned about Bolling and McDonnell. I think they win easily. And I think Kilgore will pull it off. It's that last minute push.
Mason-Dixon is usually pretty accurate, but I think the regional breakdowns tell a lot of this story. And I'm still not convinced that, in the sanctity of the voting booth, the Potts voters won't break our way.
REGARDLESS now is not the time to quit. What are you doing for Jerry Kilgore this weekend?
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