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The Virginian-Pilot endorses Brian White for City Council

By Joel McDonald • Apr 28th, 2010 • Category: Blog, Campaigns & Elections

Here’s a candidate who simply says he’s running for city council as a continuation of his public service, and I fully believe him. Brian White is an excellent candidate for the Chesapeake City Council.



Tommy Smigiel endorsed by the Virginian-Pilot

By Joel McDonald • Apr 27th, 2010 • Category: Blog, Campaigns & Elections

Not too long ago, I wrote that, “passionate and dedicated, Tommy Smigiel would be a valuable asset for the people of Norfolk if elected to City Council.”



Fleming Campaign Responds to Virginian-Pilot’s Information Freeze

By Joel McDonald • Jan 8th, 2010 • Category: Blog, Campaigns & Elections

The Virginian-Pilot has refused Fleming supporters the opportunity to rebut misinformation in their endorsement of Jeff McWaters.



Democrats to nominate John LaCombe for 81st

By Joel McDonald • Dec 4th, 2008 • Category: Blog

Beach Democratic party chairman Ollie Bates said the party will nominate LaCombe today for the Jan. 6 election against Republican Barry Knight and Jeff Dente, an independent. This, of course, is very exciting news as Democrats and other progressives can now officially work toward securing a win in the 81st for LaCombe.