In the upcoming 2008 election for the Virginia Senate Seat, there are two main competitors for the spot. Mark Warner (D) is the former governor of Virginia and was the keynote speaker at this year’s Democratic National Convention in support of Senator Barack Obama. His successful time in the governor’s mansion has shown voters (both Democrats and Republicans) that he is a worthy candidate. Warner has been one of the most influential men in improving the Virginia state budget system. Jim Gilmore (R) was also a governor of Virginia immediately before Warner. He is a very conservative Republican and was known for cutting taxes while in office, which is one of the cornerstones of the conservative beliefs. Bill Redpath of the Libertarian Party and Glenda Gail Parker of the Independent Green party are also in the race.
One large issue at stake for this election is energy. Warner, much like Barack Obama, is in favor of researching alternative energies. Gilmore is leaning towards offshore drilling, similar to the stands of McCain and Palin.
Based on a poll conducted by SurveyUSA from 10/06-10/07 with a sample of 666 LV, the democrats are taking the lead with Warner at 58 and Gilmore at 31 and a spread of Warner +30. (poll information from http://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/2008/senate/va/virginia_senate-537.html)
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Your post is a good way to get the information one needs to understand the upcoming election for the Virginia Senate seat. It is clear and to the point. Good job!
Nice coverage. Although you failed to mention that Gilmore does stray from McCain/Palin in many ways. But very unbiased. Nice work.
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