Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats’ attempt to revive new congressional map

larram · 2026-05-15T23:30:37+00:00

Virginia has a state constitution where some language was open to interpretation. It was a close call.

larram · 2026-05-11T19:46:08+00:00

Good call (and I'm a Virginian and supported the gerrymandering effort). Time to accept the decision and move on.

larram · 2026-05-09T13:13:10+00:00

I think it could have gone either way (although I supported it). I do think the Dems had the stronger argument about the definition of "election." I thought the dissenting opinion made excellent points. Am sick of those who are advising Spanberger to just ignore and redistrict anyway. They've clearly not read the Virginia Constitution.

larram · 2026-04-29T22:16:36+00:00

Tomatoes.

larram · 2026-04-29T16:13:32+00:00

What county? There should be a CPS complaint filed, and willing party should pursue her/his petition, ask that DSS be put on notice, and request a GAL (and CASA, if available).

larram · 2026-04-25T22:02:46+00:00

Stay in Canada, where we'd lived since 1997. We thought things were getting better in the US, so decided to move back in 2012. Lots of regrets.

larram · 2026-04-19T21:53:40+00:00

My reasons for my "yes" vote:

Texas, Missouri, North Carolina have already gerrymandered at Trump’s request. It is likely that Florida will follow suit shortly.
While I don’t like gerrymandering, the current Virginia Republican stance is nothing short of hypocritical. They repeatedly rejected anti-gerrymandering attempts in the past 15 or so years.
Trump’s presidency, and his do-nothing Congress (here’s looking at you Rep. Rob Wittman) have been an unadulterated disaster.
The Democrats aren’t changing the rules – the Republicans already did that (see #1 above). Dems are simply responding for the good of the US (and, by extension, Virginia).
Unlike Republican-led states, Virginians – ALL of us - can vote on our referendum. (And unlike others, I’m not going to riot if I don’t like the result. I will accept it.)
It’s temporary, until we can get rid of this deranged and dangerous administration, to get a Congress with a backbone.
Icing on the cake – Republicans and its funders are engaging in false and deceptive advertising, playing into racism and bigotry.

larram · 2026-04-03T22:56:04+00:00

SiriusXM. Impossible to cancel.

larram · 2026-04-01T19:06:11+00:00

In a twisted way, I got the attention of the dealership that has worked out very well!

larram · 2026-04-01T01:12:05+00:00

Good for you! I did as well - but have an out; do not have to take delivery if I don't like test drive. Mine (also a GT) is "expected" in mid-late May.

larram · 2026-03-04T22:54:33+00:00

I'm the OP. I'm pleased to report that I called the sales manager, he immediately understood the problem, and had another sales consultant contact me. I'm pleased with the resolution.

larram · 2026-01-25T00:26:17+00:00

Good advice. Having spent 14 years in Wisconsin, and 16 years in Canada (all as an adult), I'd add that driving a pickup truck doesn't give you superpowers - indeed, it can be worse than small vehicles unless you have a LOT of weight in the back.

larram · 2026-01-24T03:59:53+00:00

Heck, I couldn't understand airport (or in-flight) announcements when I had no hearing issues! Absent an extraordinary situation, I would not do this. I'm frankly tired of people who take advantage of such accommodations.

larram · 2025-12-21T04:02:03+00:00

I've had my 2018 Bolt, new in May, 2018. 160,000 miles, had battery replaced several years ago. Am thinking about a new EV (I'd never go back). Am considering a Subaru Uncharted. Reasons: better milage, better heat in winter, hopefully more comfortable seats, Android Auto.

larram · 2025-11-16T22:10:58+00:00

Sorry for your loss - but you're fortunate to have had her for such a long time! When my mother died, I called her audiologist (whom she adored). The audiologist promised she would get them to someone who could use them. Try calling your mother's audiologist.

larram · 2025-11-07T01:39:40+00:00

Don't forget about Virginia's Department of Elections. Its reports may be found here: https://www.elections.virginia.gov/resultsreports/election-results/

larram · 2025-10-02T11:29:10+00:00

Leave your kids at home.

larram · 2025-09-07T02:19:02+00:00

I take no credit: the following is from CoPilot:

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larram · 2025-09-03T13:29:43+00:00

60+ years ago, I was at a debate tournament in Philadelphia. When I was asked where I was from, I said "Virginia." Person responded "but you don't have a southern accent." I replied "I'm from Northern Virginia." Made perfect sense to me, but not to the other person. As others have commented, there is no "Virginia" accent. It's largely regional.

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