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Barry Attorney Rejects Charge

Barry with his lawyer today. (Post)

D.C. council member's lawyer adds new version of events that led to arrest for alleged stalking.

R. Creigh Deeds's name goes back aways in his family. One ancestor, Confederate hero David S. Creigh, was even honored with a poem.
R. Creigh Deeds's name goes back aways in his family. One ancestor, Confederate hero David S. Creigh, was even honored with a poem.

In 1785, the cornerstone for the Virginia Capitol was laid. More than 200 years later, Thomas Jefferson's original building has weathered its second major restoration and expansion campaign.
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WARM SPRINGS, Va. -- Anybody can be a Bob. But for Robert Deeds, the Democratic candidate for governor of Virginia, Bob didn't seem to suit. Neither did Bobby, Rob or, for that matter, Robert.


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It might not be known for its nightlife or cosmopolitan flair, but Fairfax County Executive Anthony H. Griffin suggested yesterday that it might be time for his urbanizing community to become a full-fledged city.


Notebook by Tim Craig
Virginia Notebook: Another Governor's Travels Add to Pressure on Kaine
(Post, July 2, 2009)

Virginia Notebook: In Virginia, a Lack of Flash Can Be an Asset
(Post, June 25, 2009)

Virginia Notebook: With Democratic Voters Choosing Deeds, a Few Answers
(Post, June 18, 2009)

The Proof of Political Wisdom Is in the Results of the Election
(Post, June 11, 2009)

In Primary for Governor, Surprises All Around
(Post, May 28, 2009)
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Election Coverage
Gilmore Sees Warner and Clinton as His Competition
(Post, December 6, 2007; Page VA04)

Chairman Charts New Course: Prince William's Stewart Seeks to Move Beyond Immigration Issue
(Post, November 29, 2007; Page B01)

Virginia GOP Gets Strict on Voting: Demand for Loyalty Pledge at Primary Targets Crossovers, Independents
(Post, November 29, 2007; Page B01)

Full-Scale Md. Brawl Expected Over Slots: Ballot Issue Has High Stakes, High Profile
(Post, November 27, 2007; Page B01)

Former Va. Governors Come Out Swinging: Senate Hopefuls Warner, Gilmore Trade Early Jabs
(Post, November 25, 2007; Page C01)
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New Faces: James H. Webb Jr. (D)
(washingtonpost.com, November 9, 2006; 3:18 PM)


Webb Sets His Sights On Prison Reform: Senator Proposes National Panel
(Post, December 29, 2008; Page B01)

POLITICS: Webb Withdraws as Possible Vice President Pick for Obama
(Post, July 8, 2008; Page B05)

SENATORS' FINANCES: Literary Pursuits Prove Profitable, Records Show
(Post, June 14, 2008; Page B03)

Webb Would Be a Bold Choice for Obama's No. 2
(Post, May 22, 2008; Page VA05)
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