News and information from the Virginia Democratic Party

Virginia Republicans: Party of âNOâ

Tue, 13 May 2008 1:56:00 EST

Bob McDonnell âFailedâ to Protect Virginia Consumers

Tue, 06 May 2008 9:58:00 EST

Five Years After âMission Accomplishedâ, John McCain is âFineâ With 100 More

Thu, 01 May 2008 7:54:01 EST

Five years ago, President Bush landed on the deck of the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln and declared “Mission Accomplished.” Now- five years, 4,000 lost lives, and at least $500 billion later—John McCain says keeping our troops in Iraq for 100 years would be fine with him.

Demo Memo: 4/25/08

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:51:00 EST

Jim Gilmoreâs Support: Only an Inch Deep, and a Mile from Reality

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 2:21:00 EST

Chairman Cranwell Statement on Earth Day

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EST

Demo Memo: 4/18/08

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 1:54:00 EST

DEMOCRATS MEET FILING DEADLINE FOR U.S. SENATE AND CONGRESSIONAL RACES

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 1:28:00 EST

As of 5:00 pm today (Friday, April 11, 2008) the following candidates filed official papers for the November 4, 2008 elections:

Demo Memo: 4/11/08

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 1:20:00 EST

GOP Fight Belies Bolling/McDonnell Claims of Party Unity

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 8:42:00 EST

No Plan McCain

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 2:53:01 EST

The Democratic Party of Virginia calls on McCain to show responsibility and offer a plan for Iraq.

Demo Memo: 4/4/08

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 8:45:00 EST

Republican PAC hit with record fine for illegal campaign contributions funneled through Virginia

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 8:39:00 EST

McCain Tries to Reinvent Himself, But Virginians Arenât Buying It

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:38:00 EST

This morning, John McCain brought his effort to reinvent himself for the general election to the Commonwealth. But Virginians know better.

Demo Memo: 3/28/08

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:01:00 EST

Virginians Want to Know: Whatâs McCainâs Plan for Iraq?

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 2:07:00 EST

State Convention Housing Logistics

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:52:00 EST

The Democratic Party of Virginia State Convention is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2008 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton. During this convention, Democrats will select delegates to attend the Democratic National Convention in August.

McCain âDebatesâ Confirm Virginians Canât Trust John McCain

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 2:01:00 EST

Demo Memo: 3/21/08

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 10:58:00 EST

McCain Supports a 100-Year War in Iraq at the Expense of Virginiaâs Families

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 6:47:00 EST

John McCain Chooses High Dollar Fundraiser Over Virginiaâs Families

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 2:26:00 EST

After voting to extend Bush’s tax cuts for the wealthy, John McCain headed out to a $1,000 a plate fundraiser in Philadelphia. He ducked out long enough to miss important votes on amendments that fund many of the priorities he talks about on the campaign stump.

Demo Memo: 3/14/08

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:56:00 EST

Bolling, McDonnell Embrace Gilmoreâs Fiscal Follies

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 8:49:00 EST

John McCain Will Stand Up For His Lobbyist Friends, NOT Virginiaâs Families

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 10:13:00 EST

While Democrats in Congress are fighting for a budget that will work for American workers in this struggling economy and help displaced workers find new jobs, John McCain is putting his campaign advisors and lobbyist friends ahead of the American people.

Denver Press Logistics

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:20:00 EST

Enthusiasm Among Virginia Voters Continues to Build- Local Members of the Media Encouraged to Apply for Convention Press Credentials in Advance of April 15 Deadline.

Democratic Party of Virginia Files Complaint Against Chesterfield County

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:06:01 EST

The Democratic Party of Virginia has filed a formal complaint to the State Board of Elections against Chesterfield County. The action stems from widespread voting problems during last week’s presidential primary elections.

Democratic Party of Virginia Investigating Chesterfield Voting Problems

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:42:00 EST

The Democratic Party of Virginia today (Friday, February 15, 2008) announced that it is investigating voting problems in Chesterfield during Tuesday’s presidential primaries.

Democratic Party of Virginia Delegate Allocation

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 4:22:01 EST

As of Thursday, February 14, 2008, the Democratic Party of Virginia has counted 54 pledged delegates for Sen. Barack Obama and 29 pledged delegates for Sen. Hillary Clinton.

Senate Democratic Caucus 2008 Priorities

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 1:03:00 EST

Jefferson Jackson Tickets on Sale

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 12:52:00 EST

Tickets for the Democratic Party of Virginia’s annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner and Celebration go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, January 9.

DPVA QUALIFIES 6 PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES FOR FEBRUARY PRIMARY

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 7:12:00 EST

Today (Wednesday, December 19, 2007) the Democratic Party of Virginia qualified six candidates for the February 12, 2008 presidential primary ballot.

Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Date

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 2:06:00 EST

THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF VIRGINIA ANNOUNCES DATE FOR ANNUAL JEFFERSON-JACKSON DINNER

DPVA DNC Hotel Assignment

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 2:15:00 EST

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION COMMITTEE ASSIGNS CHOICE HOTEL TO VIRGINIA DELEGATES

Delegate Selection Plan

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 2:18:00 EST

With the 2008 Presidential elections fast approaching, the Democratic Party of Virginia wants voters across the Commonwealth to understand our process for selecting delegates to attend the national Democratic convention in Denver, Colorado (Aug. 25-28).

FIRST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE SELECTS PHILIP FORGIT AS NOMINEE

Sat, 10 Nov 2007 2:22:00 EST

FIRST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE SELECTS PHILIP FORGIT AS NOMINEE

VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS CELEBRATE NEW MAJORITY

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 2:25:00 EST

VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS CELEBRATE NEW MAJORITY

Progress Tour Monday Schedule

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 2:33:00 EST

Democrats Make Final Push - Rallies in NOVA and Norfolk

Republican Leadership Flees On Election Day

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 2:27:01 EST

Republican Leadership to Flee Virginia on Election Day

Progress Tour Sunday Schedule

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 2:41:01 EST

Kaine and Warner Lead Blitz Through Virginia

Progress Tour Saturday Schedule

Fri, 02 Nov 2007 2:43:00 EST

Kaine, Warner, Webb Lead Democrats Swing Through Southwest Virginia

Progress Tour Friday Schedule

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 2:46:00 EST

Kaine and Warner Lead Tour Into Floyd County on Day Four of Countdown to Progress Push

Progress Tour Thursday Schedule

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 2:50:00 EST

Countown to Progress Tour Day 3

Progress Tour Wednesday Schedule

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 2:53:00 EST

Kaine, Pollard Delivering Education Results for Virginia Students

Chairman Cranwell on Mark Warnerâs Announcement

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 10:04:00 EST

Virginia Democratic Womenâs Caucus Endorses Candidates

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 7:35:01 EST

The Executive Board of the Virginia Democratic Women’s Caucus has endorsed 23 women candidates for the General Assembly.

Democratic Party of Virginia Condemns KKK Activity in Manassas

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:26:00 EST

Jim Gilmore is No John Warner

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 2:23:00 EST

Tom Davis is No John Warner

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 2:26:00 EST

Chairman Cranwell on Sen. John Warners Retirement Announcement

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 1:41:00 EST

New Website Highlights Virginiaâs Out-of-Touch Republicans

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 10:16:00 EST

Which Mitt Romney is Bill Bolling endorsing?

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 10:18:01 EST

New Chair, Same Old Problems at the RPV

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 11:08:00 EST

As new RPV chair John Hager gets settled into his new job, the Democratic Party of Virginia offers a few words of encouragement.

Giuliani Flip-Flops Into Virginia Today

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 1:58:01 EST

With Republican Presidential Candidate Rudy Giuliani scheduled to speak at the Regent University this afternoon, we wanted to take a moment to ask an important question: Will the real Rudy, please, stand up?

Memo to the new RPV chair

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 4:05:02 EST

Virginia Democrats Set for Success in November

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 10:32:00 EST

Tuesday night set the stage for Democratic wins in the November elections, with a slate of candidates across the Commonwealth emerging from the primaries who are committed to taking action and solving the problems Virginians want Richmond to tackle.

Ed Gillespie, we hardly knew yee

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 7:40:00 EST

We wish the VA GOP chairman a fond farewell as he heads to the Bush White House.

Time to Take a Stand: Is it Virginia or Bush?

Fri, 18 May 2007 1:20:00 EST

With President Bush raising money in Virginia Friday, the Democratic Party of Virginia today sent a questionnaire to Republicans running for office this year. The survey asks the officials if they plan to accept money from President Bush, given his track record on issues important to Virginia. If they do intend to take his money, the survey goes on to find out who they intend to stand with on critical issues facing our state: the partisan President who raises them money and practices Washington-style politics, or hardworking Virginians who need their leaders to work together to deliver results.

Governor Kaine Announces Statewide Day of Mourning

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 3:57:00 EST

Governor Timothy M. Kaine has declared Friday, April 20, 2007 a statewide day of mourning for the victims of Mondays tragedy at Virginia Tech.

In Memory

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 7:37:00 EST

Governor Timothy Kaine has ordered that the flag of the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff.

Statement of Governor Kaine on the Virginia Tech Shootings

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 1:38:00 EST

Governor Timothy M. Kaine released the following statement regarding todays shootings at Virginia Tech: It is difficult to comprehend senseless violence on this scale. “

DPVA Releases Delegate Selection Plan for 2008 Democratic National Convention

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 8:59:01 EST

Today the Democratic Party of Virginia released the
Delegate Selection Plan for the 2008 Democratic National Convention
to the public for a 30-day public comment period.

Republican Leadership to Virginians: Our Way or Keep Sitting on the Highway

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 2:28:01 EST

In March 14th’s Washington Post, Republican leaders said that if a deal on transportation is not reached this year that they would not address Virginias transportation crisis for the remainder of Governor Kaines term, which ends in 2010.

“This is the year for transportation. If we don’t act this year, I don’t think we act for a number of years,” said Sen. Kenneth W. Stolle.

Holster Your Weapons, Mr. President

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 9:56:02 EST

Sen. Webb wants Congress to tell Bush he can’t invade Iran without authorization.

House Democratic Leader Ward Armstrong Names Mark Bergman Chief of Staff

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 9:04:00 EST

House Democratic Leader Ward Armstrong of Henry County today named Mark Bergman his Chief of Staff. Bergman will assist House Democratic Leader Armstrong with his additional duties.

Bi-partisan Group of Legislators Call for Governor to fix Transportation Plan

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 3:08:00 EST

Instead of trying to come together across party lines to fix the transportation plan that passed the General Assembly last weekend, the Republican Party of Virginia launched into a partisan attack on those that want to see a true compromise on the transportation plan.

Statement from House Democratic Leaders on the Transportation Conference Committee Vote

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 9:37:00 EST

Today, the House of Delegates passed a conference committee report that does not address the needs for transportation in the Commonwealth. The plan presented to us is a political band-aid to a transportation crisis that needs an adequate, sustained revenue source and a comprehensive plan to build a transportation system for the 21st century.

Democrats Fight to Protect Top Funding Priorities

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 2:42:00 EST

Today, House Democrats proposed an amendment to the Republican Transportation proposal (HB3202) that would prevent a significant raid on the general fund without raising new taxes. The general fund is the mechanism that would fund education, higher education, public safety, environmental protection, and long term care for elderly Virginians. The amendment was defeated on mostly party lines.

Republicans oppose embryonic stem cell research

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 2:43:00 EST

Today, every member of the House Republican Caucus passed an amendment that would oppose using public research funds in pursuit of cures for life threatening diseases through embryonic stem cell research.

Stem Cell research holds the potential for life-saving cures for millions of Americans including those suffering from Alzheimers, Cancer, and Juvenile Diabetes. Last year, House Republicans passed a measure that would have banned embryonic stem cell research at Virginias institutes of higher learning. The measure was removed in conference committee.

News and information from the Virginia Democratic Party

Virginia Republicans: Party of âNOâ

Bob McDonnell âFailedâ to Protect Virginia Consumers

Five Years After âMission Accomplishedâ, John McCain is âFineâ With 100 More

Demo Memo: 4/25/08

Jim Gilmoreâs Support: Only an Inch Deep, and a Mile from Reality

Chairman Cranwell Statement on Earth Day

Demo Memo: 4/18/08

DEMOCRATS MEET FILING DEADLINE FOR U.S. SENATE AND CONGRESSIONAL RACES

Demo Memo: 4/11/08

GOP Fight Belies Bolling/McDonnell Claims of Party Unity

No Plan McCain

Demo Memo: 4/4/08

Republican PAC hit with record fine for illegal campaign contributions funneled through Virginia

McCain Tries to Reinvent Himself, But Virginians Arenât Buying It

Demo Memo: 3/28/08

Virginians Want to Know: Whatâs McCainâs Plan for Iraq?

State Convention Housing Logistics

McCain âDebatesâ Confirm Virginians Canât Trust John McCain

Demo Memo: 3/21/08

McCain Supports a 100-Year War in Iraq at the Expense of Virginiaâs Families

John McCain Chooses High Dollar Fundraiser Over Virginiaâs Families

Demo Memo: 3/14/08

Bolling, McDonnell Embrace Gilmoreâs Fiscal Follies

John McCain Will Stand Up For His Lobbyist Friends, NOT Virginiaâs Families

Denver Press Logistics

Democratic Party of Virginia Files Complaint Against Chesterfield County

Democratic Party of Virginia Investigating Chesterfield Voting Problems

Democratic Party of Virginia Delegate Allocation

Senate Democratic Caucus 2008 Priorities

Jefferson Jackson Tickets on Sale

DPVA QUALIFIES 6 PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES FOR FEBRUARY PRIMARY

Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Date

DPVA DNC Hotel Assignment

Delegate Selection Plan

FIRST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE SELECTS PHILIP FORGIT AS NOMINEE

VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS CELEBRATE NEW MAJORITY

Progress Tour Monday Schedule

Republican Leadership Flees On Election Day

Progress Tour Sunday Schedule

Progress Tour Saturday Schedule

Progress Tour Friday Schedule

Progress Tour Thursday Schedule

Progress Tour Wednesday Schedule

Chairman Cranwell on Mark Warnerâs Announcement

Virginia Democratic Womenâs Caucus Endorses Candidates

Democratic Party of Virginia Condemns KKK Activity in Manassas

Jim Gilmore is No John Warner

Tom Davis is No John Warner

Chairman Cranwell on Sen. John Warners Retirement Announcement

New Website Highlights Virginiaâs Out-of-Touch Republicans

Which Mitt Romney is Bill Bolling endorsing?

New Chair, Same Old Problems at the RPV

Giuliani Flip-Flops Into Virginia Today

Memo to the new RPV chair

Virginia Democrats Set for Success in November

Ed Gillespie, we hardly knew yee

Time to Take a Stand: Is it Virginia or Bush?

Governor Kaine Announces Statewide Day of Mourning

In Memory

Statement of Governor Kaine on the Virginia Tech Shootings

DPVA Releases Delegate Selection Plan for 2008 Democratic National Convention

Republican Leadership to Virginians: Our Way or Keep Sitting on the Highway

Holster Your Weapons, Mr. President

House Democratic Leader Ward Armstrong Names Mark Bergman Chief of Staff

Bi-partisan Group of Legislators Call for Governor to fix Transportation Plan

Statement from House Democratic Leaders on the Transportation Conference Committee Vote

Democrats Fight to Protect Top Funding Priorities

Republicans oppose embryonic stem cell research

Virginia Republicans: Party of âNOâ

Bob McDonnell âFailedâ to Protect Virginia Consumers

Five Years After âMission Accomplishedâ, John McCain is âFineâ With 100 More

Jim Gilmoreâs Support: Only an Inch Deep, and a Mile from Reality

McCain Tries to Reinvent Himself, But Virginians Arenât Buying It

Virginians Want to Know: Whatâs McCainâs Plan for Iraq?

McCain âDebatesâ Confirm Virginians Canât Trust John McCain

McCain Supports a 100-Year War in Iraq at the Expense of Virginiaâs Families

John McCain Chooses High Dollar Fundraiser Over Virginiaâs Families

Bolling, McDonnell Embrace Gilmoreâs Fiscal Follies

John McCain Will Stand Up For His Lobbyist Friends, NOT Virginiaâs Families

Chairman Cranwell on Mark Warnerâs Announcement

Virginia Democratic Womenâs Caucus Endorses Candidates

Chairman Cranwell on Sen. John Warners Retirement Announcement

New Website Highlights Virginiaâs Out-of-Touch Republicans