Virginia Sunrise

By: Josh
Published On: 11/28/2005 2:00:00 AM


Just a quick stroll through the headlines today as we settle back in after the Thanksgiving holiday.

It appears that those of us who voted for Tim Kaine to keep a good thing going won't be disappointed.  Tim Kaine's first appointee is Warner Chief of Staff Bill Leighty, and according to an editorial by Barney Day, having him back for 4 more years is the next best thing to a second Mark Warner term. 

"When Mark Warner named Leighty to the position, he signaled that his administration would be run with efficiency and integrity," the T-D said. "Virginia's reputation as the best-managed state is due in large part to Leighty's skills - and to his support from the governor. Leighty's reappointment ensures a welcome continuity."

Meanwhile, Tim Kaine is on his roadshow talking up transportation in every nook and cranny of the Commonwealth.  This says to me that transportation will require a huge investment in the next 4 years.  Tim Kaine is going to need to get real people to buy in heart and soul for some tough long-term solutions.  The Daily Press says "Show us the money."  I say, Kaine has shown us guts, heart and brains.  We're in good hands.  I shudder to think where we'd be right now under a "Governor Elect" Kilgore.  brrr... *shudder*

Bob Gibson at the Daily Progress has a great rundown of the new makeup of the house of delegates.  It's sure to make Democrats smile. 



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