Since Virginia has so few charter schools, it was heartening to see the Richmond City School Board, after much political back-and-forth and demagoguery, approve the Patrick Henry Elementary School of Science and Arts. Even then it took three attempts to … Read more>

It was an honor to discuss the events of the day, discuss (and try in vain to predict the actions of) the General Asseembly, project (in equal vain) ahead to the 2009 campaign, and offer Internet Land merry Christmas wishes … Read more>

It hasn’t been such a happy post-election season for the Angry Left and militant homosexual activists, despite the election of their “messiah.” Perhaps he’s human after all.

First, militant homosexual activists took to the streets immediately (see here) — as … Read more>

From our friends The Lee Brothers (Scott and Richard), hosts of Richmond radio station 1140-AM/WRVA’s ratings busting Saturday Mornings With The Lee Brothers, comes this:

The brothers, who also serve as prime guest hosts for afternoon talker Doc Thomp… Read more>

We’re busy counting down the days. But while we’re all preparing for Christmas, we have a dual countdown — the start of the 2009 General Assembly.

Believe it or not, it’s less than three weeks until our lawmakers return to … Read more>

As the General Assembly session approaches, we go into our annual G.A. preparation mode. Part of that is searching for student pages that can assist our legislative team in our advocacy work.

These positions offer high school or advanced middle … Read more>

Last Month, Chris Freund, vice president of policy and communications for The Family Foundation of Virginia, addressed the Tuesday Morning Group Coalition’s monthly meeting in Richmond. He was part of a panel which discussed everything from the environment to … Read more>

It’s mostly all about the Virginia budget and how Governor Kaine proposes to deal with the deficit, and the Republican response. I’ve added some Christmas themed editorial comics at the end. Enjoy.

News:

Kaine’s proposal slashes jobs, raises (Richmond … Read more>

Last month, I must have been such a ratings hit on the Tertium Quids Radio Show (hear, here) that host Norm Leahy — he of immense policy wisdom, proficient prose and impeccable taste — has invited me back! Well, … Read more>

For those who are looking for a Christmas gift for the person who has (almost) everything, or someone you need to get a gift for but don’t want to spend a lot of money on, or for any reason in … Read more>