Tim Kaine's Speech

[Anonymous]

A close friend wrote this on Facebook and I think it bears reposting here: "While Governor of Virginia (2005-2009), he ran way progressive of the state (at that time) on GLBT rights. He was a dear friend when dear friends in my fair Commonwealth were really hard to find. I have first-hand experience of that statement, as 2005-2009 was also the period where I was President of Equality Prince William. He campaigned hard against our “marriage amendment” in 2006, even though as Governor he had no control over its placement on the ballot. He didn’t have to do that, but he did. Fellow Democrats of the time like State Senator Creigh Deeds and State Senator Chuck Colgan and even State Senator Mark Herring sold us out and slunk away; Tim Kaine did not. He mourned with us when it passed. He attended every Equality Virginia Commonwealth Dinner that I can remember, at a time when that was considered a risk. He appointed Viola Baskerville, a legendary and well-respected early proponent of GLBT rights in the Commonwealth, to his kitchen cabinet."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:A close friend wrote this on Facebook and I think it bears reposting here: "While Governor of Virginia (2005-2009), he ran way progressive of the state (at that time) on GLBT rights. He was a dear friend when dear friends in my fair Commonwealth were really hard to find. I have first-hand experience of that statement, as 2005-2009 was also the period where I was President of Equality Prince William. He campaigned hard against our “marriage amendment” in 2006, even though as Governor he had no control over its placement on the ballot. He didn’t have to do that, but he did. Fellow Democrats of the time like State Senator Creigh Deeds and State Senator Chuck Colgan and even State Senator Mark Herring sold us out and slunk away; Tim Kaine did not. He mourned with us when it passed. He attended every Equality Virginia Commonwealth Dinner that I can remember, at a time when that was considered a risk. He appointed Viola Baskerville, a legendary and well-respected early proponent of GLBT rights in the Commonwealth, to his kitchen cabinet."

I love this!

[Anonymous]

What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A close friend wrote this on Facebook and I think it bears reposting here: "While Governor of Virginia (2005-2009), he ran way progressive of the state (at that time) on GLBT rights. He was a dear friend when dear friends in my fair Commonwealth were really hard to find. I have first-hand experience of that statement, as 2005-2009 was also the period where I was President of Equality Prince William. He campaigned hard against our “marriage amendment” in 2006, even though as Governor he had no control over its placement on the ballot. He didn’t have to do that, but he did. Fellow Democrats of the time like State Senator Creigh Deeds and State Senator Chuck Colgan and even State Senator Mark Herring sold us out and slunk away; Tim Kaine did not. He mourned with us when it passed. He attended every Equality Virginia Commonwealth Dinner that I can remember, at a time when that was considered a risk. He appointed Viola Baskerville, a legendary and well-respected early proponent of GLBT rights in the Commonwealth, to his kitchen cabinet."

I love this!

I'm the person whose friend originally posted this. The full post is actually even better but it includes personal anecdotes about individuals I don't feel comfortable posting here.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

And who paid for Kaine's Caribbean vacations? Why is he not charged?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

The WaPo has an article about that very topic. He’s pretty tight with some, it seems.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/07/22/why-clintons-pick-for-vp-might-contradict-her-message-on-wall-street/?hpid=hp_hp-top-table-main_clinton-evolution-124pm-duplicate%3Ahomepage%2Fstory

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

And who paid for Kaine's Caribbean vacations? Why is he not charged?

I suspect this will be an issue for him..

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/kaines-acceptance-of-gifts-in-state-office-could-offer-republicans-an-opening/2016/07/22/8508b2cc-4f7f-11e6-a7d8-13d06b37f256_story.html

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

The WaPo has an article about that very topic. He’s pretty tight with some, it seems.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/07/22/why-clintons-pick-for-vp-might-contradict-her-message-on-wall-street/?hpid=hp_hp-top-table-main_clinton-evolution-124pm-duplicate%3Ahomepage%2Fstory

I was afraid of that, now that it's BOTH of them.
Wall Street must be having the biggest party right now.

And Bernie's people are livid.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

And who paid for Kaine's Caribbean vacations? Why is he not charged?

I suspect this will be an issue for him..

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/kaines-acceptance-of-gifts-in-state-office-could-offer-republicans-an-opening/2016/07/22/8508b2cc-4f7f-11e6-a7d8-13d06b37f256_story.html

That is such a nonissue it's not even funny

[Anonymous]

My friend lost her brother in the va tech massacre. She said he was incredibly kind and genuine with her family and those of the other victims. She is enthusiastic about his selection.

That speaks volumes to me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:...was absolutely amazing. I was on the fence, but this was a very good choice.

Hi Debbie!!!! (Ms. Wasserman-Shultz)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:...was absolutely amazing. I was on the fence, but this was a very good choice.

Hi Debbie!!!! (Ms. Wasserman-Shultz)

OP here. No. I not even a democrat.
I bet you are bitter about all the gushing on social media and the press today, but this was a fantastic choice. And that speech was one of the best I have heard in a long time

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

And who paid for Kaine's Caribbean vacations? Why is he not charged?

I suspect this will be an issue for him..

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/kaines-acceptance-of-gifts-in-state-office-could-offer-republicans-an-opening/2016/07/22/8508b2cc-4f7f-11e6-a7d8-13d06b37f256_story.html

That is such a nonissue it's not even funny

Wow! He's quite the "gift" taker.

[Anonymous]

Can't stand her, but he was amazing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
What's his relationship with Wall Street Bankers?

The WaPo has an article about that very topic. He’s pretty tight with some, it seems.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/07/22/why-clintons-pick-for-vp-might-contradict-her-message-on-wall-street/?hpid=hp_hp-top-table-main_clinton-evolution-124pm-duplicate%3Ahomepage%2Fstory

It seems like some routine advocacy to ease some reporting requirements on behalf of Capital One, a huge employer in Virginia, rather than something that really goes to behavior on Wall Street or how banks deal with consumers. Granted, someone like Warren has never met a banking regulation that she didn't like, but this is peanuts.

I'm far more concerned with Trump's unethical business practices and failure to release his tax returns, and with Pence's efforts to slash spending on education in Indiana.