 Statewide campaign news
Follow the news coverage of the 2005 campaigns for statewide office in Virginia.
See also: Coverage of local campaigns.
For Governor, Lt. Governor & Attorney General:
Nov. 29 - "McDonnell declared Attorney General" (Washington Post)
Nov. 16 - "Gilmore eyes another run" (Washington Times)
Nov. 15 - "McDonnell, Deeds set up for transition" (AP)
Nov. 13 - "Gap between candidates shrinks" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 11 - "Still no new Attorney General" (Washington Post)
Nov. 10 - "McDonnell: I win" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 10 - "McDonnell claims Attorney General win" (Washington Post)
Nov. 10 - "McDonnell declares victory" (Washington Times)
Nov. 9 - "Deeds, McDonnell run close" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 9 - "Hanover's Bolling wins lieutenant governor's race" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 9 - "Kaine wins" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 9 - "Bolling ekes out a win over Fairfax's Byrne" (Washington Post)
Nov. 9 - "Democrat Kaine wins in Virginia" (Washington Post)
Nov. 9 - "McDonnell, Deeds in virtual tie" (Washington Post)
Nov. 9 - "Ticket-splitters give Bolling win" (Washington Times)
Nov. 9 - "Virginia elects Kaine governor" (Washington Times)
Nov. 7 - "Virginia governor's race tightest in years" (Washington Post)
Nov. 7 - "Kilgore, Kaine hit north, south" (Washington Times)
Nov. 6 - "Atty. Gen.: Deeds, McDonnell are lawyers talking tough" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 6 - "Kilgore stresses that he's a conservative who trusts the people" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 6 - "Lt. Gov.: In Bolling vs. Byrne, voters see that contrast runs deep" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 6 - "Where do the candidates stand?" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 6 - "In close race, Kaine, Kilgore focus on identity over issues" (Washington Post)
Nov. 6 - "Rallying support near trail's end" (Washington Post)
Nov. 6 - "Candidates for governor seek to close the sale" (Washington Times)
Nov. 6 - "Kilgore, Kaine eye finish line" (Washington Times)
Nov. 5 - "$100 fine for Kaine campaign" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 5 - "Bolling, McDonnell lead races" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 5 - "Bush to appear for Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 5 - "Bush plans 11th-hour rally in Va. for Kilgore" (Washington Post)
Nov. 5 - "Candidates rally troops for election" (Washington Times)
Nov. 4 - "Latest poll tips toward Kaine" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 4 - "Race for Va. governor a tight one to the finish" (USA Today)
Nov. 4 - "Editorial: Kilgore for governor" (Washington Examiner)
Nov. 4 - "Governor's race vital to Allen, Warner" (Washington Times)
Nov. 3 - "Real estate interests spread the wealth in Governor's race" (Washington Post)
Nov. 3 - "Three bring experience in bid for top job" (Washington Post)
Nov. 2 - "Kaine, Kilgore spend half their funds on TV, radio ads" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 2 - "Kilgore parlays tenacity, luck" (Washington Post)
Nov. 2 - "Editorial: Bob McDonnell for attorney general" (Washington Times)
Nov. 1 - "GOP hopeful has edge in funds" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 1 - "Kilgore vows to be tough on gangs, widen I-66" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 1 - "Kilgore mandates wider I-66 for N.Va." (Washington Post)
Oct. 31- "Kaine's record left praise, questions" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 31 - "Kilgore: Focused on criminal justice" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 31 - "Judgment awaits Kilgore, Kaine" (Washington Examiner)
Oct. 30 - "Kilgore sets record for funds in governor race" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 30 - "Va. roots, politics shape Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 30 - "In the homestretch, candidates play to Fairfax" (Washington Post)
Oct. 30 - "Kaine inches ahead n Va. race, poll finds" (Washington Post)
Oct. 29 - "Bolling ad calls Byrne 'dishonest'" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 29 - "Candidates spell out positions on education" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 29 - "Governor's race draws new money" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 29 - "Ad attacks Kaine on immigrant issues" (Washington Post)
Oct. 28 - "For Kaine, Richmond record cuts both ways" (Washington Post)
Oct. 28 - "More Virginians applying to cast absentee ballots" (Washington Post)
Oct. 28 - "Kaine edges into lead in statewide poll" (Washington Times)
Oct. 27 - "McDonnell assails Deeds on abuse cases" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 27 - "Kaine stirs up abortion issue, while Kilgore targets ad use" (Washington Post)
Oct. 27 - "Va. candidate shaped vision as prosecutor" (Washington Post)
Oct. 27 - "Editorial: Jerry Kilgore for governor" (Washington Times)
Oct. 26 - "Kilgore says liberal press helps Kaine" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 26 - "Byrne, Bolling set sights on rural Virginians' votes" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 26 - "Candidates offer transportation ideas" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 26 - "Kilgore says Kaine reneged on pact barring debate use" (Washington Post)
Oct. 25 - "Bolling and Byrne race close" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 24 - "Education tops list of candidates' concerns" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 23 - "Race for governor is 'total toss-up'" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 22 - "I-66 widening a major GOP pledge" (Washington Post)
Oct. 21 - "Bolling pushes immigrant issue" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 21 - "McDonnell details identity-theft plan" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 21 - "Kilgore's record may polarize voters in Va." (Washington Post)
Oct. 20 - "Bolling, Byrne trade charges" (AP)
Oct. 20 - "Bolling brings broad message to voters" (Washington Post)
Oct. 19 - "Kilgore focuses on domestic violence" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 19 - "Rivals agree on aid to colleges" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 19 - "Kilgore promises tougher abuse law" (Washington Post)
Oct. 18 - "Money flows for McDonnell, Deeds" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 18 - "Can Kilgore make it to the top?" (Washington Examiner)
Oct. 17 - "Attacks grow in Va. race, and so does voter anger" (Washington Post)
Oct. 14 - "McDonnell ad criticizes Deeds over inmate lawsuits" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 13 - "Kilgore, Kaine spar on death penalty" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 13 - "Kilgore ad seeks to divide Democrats" (Washington Post)
Oct. 13 - "Kilgore edges Kaine in poll" (Washington Times)
Oct. 12 - "Kaine attacked on death penalty" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 12 - "Attorney general hopefuls face off" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 12 - "Kilgore, Kaine exchange barbs on capital punishment" (Washington Post)
Oct. 11 - "Kilgore promises boost in transportation aid" (Washington Examiner)
Oct. 11 - "Candidates intent on wooing Fairfax" (Washington Post)
Oct. 11 - "Kilgore vows to thwart illegals" (Washington Times)
Oct. 10 - "Kaine, Kilgore square off in final planned match" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 10 - "Kilgore, Kaine clash in Sunday night debate" (Washington Examiner)
Oct. 10 - "In last face-off, candidates drive home familiar points" (Washington Post)
Oct. 10 - "Kilgore, Kaine spar over illegals, taxes" (Washington Times)
Oct. 9 - "Kaine, Kilgore oppose higher taxes but leave door open" (Washington Post)
Oct. 9 - "N. Va.'s split identities will test candidates" (Washington Post)
Oct. 7 - "Kilgore backs gun-law review" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 7 - "Business group backs Kilgore" (Washington Post)
Oct. 7 - "Candidates offer varied plans to fight gangs" (Washington Post)
Oct. 7 - "Potts sues for place in final Va. debate" (Washington Post)
Oct. 7 - "Kilgore picks up NRA support" (Washington Times)
Oct. 5 - "What governor's race? Light turnout expected" (Washington Examiner)
Oct. 5 - "Lt. Governor candidates outline visions" (Washington Post)
Oct. 5 - "Transportation plans are short on details" (Washington Post)
Oct. 4 - "Kilgore stumps at the pumps" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Oct. 2 - "Katrina injected into Va. race" (Washington Post)
Sep. 30 - "Candidates for top slots gain endorsements" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sept. 30 - "Illegal immigration at the forefront" (Washington Post)
Sept. 30 - "Kilgore, Kaine neck and neck" (Washington Times)
Sept. 29 - "Kaine camp goes public with a private poll" (Washington Post)
Sep. 28 - "Kilgore, Kaine duel on fuel" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sept. 28 - "Kaine takes national Democrats' aid, shuns Kerry" (Washington Times)
Sept. 28 - "Kilgore slams governor on VDOT road projects" (Washington Post)
Sept. 27 - "John Warner and Kilgore still standing side by side" (Washington Post)
Sept. 24 - "In Governor's race, a clash of priorities, realities" (Washington Post)
Sept. 23 - "Kilgore's abortion position draws fire" (Washington Post)
Sep. 22 - "Byrne, Boling clash at blistering debate" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sept. 22 - "Potts is running out of time -- and options" (Washington Post)
Sept. 15 - "Virginia candidates push hot-button topics from debate" (Washington Post)
Sept. 15 - "Kilgore urges penalties for employers of illegals" (Washington Times)
Sept. 14 - "Taxes and transportation top Va. debate" (Washington Post)
Sept. 14 - "Kilgore, Kaine agree to disagree" (Washington Times)
Sept. 13 - "Potts eyes tax increases" (Washington Times)
Sept. 12 - "Immigration's impact is on the mind of Va. voters" (Washington Post)
Sept. 11 - "Poll shows Kilgore ahead of Kaine in Va." (Washington Post)
Sept. 9 - "Governor hoepfuls offer transit solutions" (AP)
Sept. 9 - "Forum showcases gubernatorial hopefuls" (Washington Examiner)
Sept. 9 - "Governor hopefuls converge on Alexandria" (Washington Post)
Sept. 6 - "Kilgore launches TV campaign statewide" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sept. 4. - "3 men, 3 avenues to Va. governorship" (Washington Post)
Sept. 4. - "Kilgore set to launch Virginia-wide TV ad campaign" (Washington Post)
Aug. 31 - "Kilgore duels Kaine in hunt for sportsmen" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 28 - "Candidates face full-time fundraising jobs" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 28 - "Contestants for attorney general have busied themselves with raising money" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 28 - "Va. gubernatorial hopefuls use data to zero in on voteors" (Washington Post)
Aug. 25 - "Kilgore wants 'more welcoming' policies" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 25 - "Kilgore repeats opposition to labor centers" (Washington Post)
Aug. 15 - "Kilgore, Potts agree on mandates" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 12 - "Rivals clash on right to work" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 11 - "Hopefuls trade barbs on crime" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 11 - "Police split on immigration proposal" (Washington Examiner)
Aug. 10 - "Governor hopefuls agree to TV debate" (AP)
Aug. 10 - "Kaine reveals education plan" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 10 - "Kilgore agrees to 3rd debate" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 10 - "Kilgore agrees to three-way debate" (Washington Post)
Aug. 9 - "Kilgore supports curbs on illegal immigrants" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 9 - "Kilgore pulls day laborer debate into Va. campaign" (Washington Post)
Aug. 9 - "Kilgore urges Fairfax to drop laborer center" (Washington Times)
Aug. 8 - "Kilgore's campaign becomes 'family affair'" (Washington Times)
Aug. 4 - "Kilgore: Raise private school grant funds" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Aug. 4 - "Kilgore cashing in on Bush fundraiser" (Washington Times)
Aug. 1 - "Tax rise key issue in campaign" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 28 - "Va. realtors committee backs Kilgore for governor" (Washington Post)
July 27 - "Candidates stick to the basics" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 27 - "Kaine-Kilgore debate in Fairfax set for TV" (Washington Times)
July 25 - "Races tight for No. 2, No. 3 jobs" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 25 - "Business group bucks tradition, backs Kilgore" (Washington Times)
July 24 - "Race for governor" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 23 - "Property-tax issue fails to heat race" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 22 - "Kilgore: Transportation funds necessity, not nicety" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 22 - "Va. races get help of Bush, Kerry" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 22 - "Va. surplus awakens fight on '04 taxes" (Washington Post)
July 22 - "Bush, Kerry help in local races" (Washington Times)
July 21 - "Kilgore receives backing" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 21 - "Obama rallies N.Va. Democrats behind Kaine" (Washington Post)
July 21 - "Kaine, Kilgore get big support" (Washington Times)
July 20 - "Kilgore, Kaine tied in fundraising" (AP)
July 20 - "Bush has top billing at Kilgore fundraiser" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 17 - "Rivals clash on Warner legacy" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 17 - "Kaine, Kilgore tee off in debate" (Washington Post)
July 16- "Candidates debating today" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 16 - "Few votes, but much money" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 14 - "GOP lists candidate's attributes" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 14 - "Kilgore narrows campaign funds gap" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 14 - "Kilgore whittles away at Kaine's fundraising lead" (Washington Post)
July 14 - "Va. hopefuls prep with sparring partners" (Washington Post)
July 13 - "GOP candidates urge property-seizure protection" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 7 - "Kilgore urges tough policy on polluters" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 4 - "Who debates for Va. governor open to debate" (Washington Times)
July 3 - "Debates are a numbers game in Va." (Washington Post)
July 2 - "Kilgore says attacks are personal" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 1 - "Kaine, Kilgore talk traffic" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
July 1 - "Transit the key to N.Va. votes" (Washington Examiner)
July 1 - "Kaine, Kilgore talk transportation plans" (Washington Post)
July 1 - "Kaine, Kilgore at odds about transportation" (Washington Times)
June 30 - "Howell proposing roads not taken on transportation" (Washington Post)
June 28 - "$1 billion surplus becomes issue in governor's race" (Washington Times)
June 27 - "Governor hopefuls offer differing ideas for Va.'s transportation quandary" (Washington Post)
June 25 - "Kilgore, Kaine highlight transportation plans" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 23 - "Allen praises Kilgore's record on crime, gangs" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 21 - "Kilgore wants to get tough on gangs" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 21 - "Kilgore backs death penalty for accomplices" (Washington Post)
June 19 - "Kaine, Kilgore embrace tickets" (Washington Post)
June 17 - "NRA says Kaine ad misleading" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 17 - "Kaine and Kilgore clash over NRA" (Washington Examiner)
June 16 - "GOP ticket makes its debut" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 16 - "Kilgore refuses to debate Potts" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 16 - "GOP candidates go on the attack" (Washington Examiner)
June 16 - "On day after primary, the barbs begin to fly" (Washington Post)
June 15 - "GOP, Democrats set for November election" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 15 - "Early results show Kilgore, Byrne winners in primary" (Washington Examiner)
June 15 - "Byrne, Bolling take Lt. Governor's races" (Washington Post)
June 15 - "Kilgore wins GOP primary" (Washington Post)
June 15 - "McDonnell wins attorney general nomination" (Washington Post)
June 15 - "Voters tap Kaine-Byrne to face Kilgore-Bolling" (Washington Times)
June 13 - "Light turnout expected in primary" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 13 - "Virginia candidates prepare for primaries" (Washington Examiner)
June 13 - "Turnout the key in 'forgotten' Virginia polling" (Washington Times)
June 12 - "Primaries will weigh Virginians' tax anger" (Washington Post)
June 11 - "Baril says poll by opponent is dishonest" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 11 - "Kilgore campaign says radio spot is 'ill-conceived attack'" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 10 - "To Kilgore, primary election is secondary to Kaine fight" (Washington Post)
June 9 - "Money talks with regional accents" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 9 - "Fitch runs against GOP 'coronations'" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 9 - "Attorney General candidate relies on GOP leaders, House record" (Washington Post)
June 9 - "Connaughton vies for conservative mantle" (Washington Post)
June 9 - "GOP's 'coronation' of Kilgore intensifies opponent's desire" (Washington Post)
June 9 - "What race? Kilgore pays foe no mind" (Washington Post)
June 8 - "Hopeful touts courtroom time" (Washington Post)
June 7 - "Attorney general rivals hit the road" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 7 - "McDonnell leads in fundraising"(Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 7 - "Va. Supervisor wants local sensibilities in Richmond" (Washington Post)
June 6 - "Baril urges death penalty for adults who use juveniles to kill" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 6 - "Fitch ditches tradition in race" (Washington Times)
June 6 - "Kaine recruits Daschle to counter attack ad" (Washington Times)
June 5 - "Bush adviser praises Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 5 - "National Republicans set sights on Virginia" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 5 - "Neophyte claims inroads in Va. race" (Washington Post)
June 5 - "Rove boosts Va. GOP, Kilgore as Democrats name chairman" (Washington Post)
June 4 - "Kaine continues to outraise Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 2 - "Attorney general hopefuls question ethics" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 2 - "Candidates run hard, raise record amounts in bids for GOP lt. gov. nod" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 2 - "Kilgore pledges school funding" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
June 2 - "Tax relief on property a big plank in campaign platforms" (Washington Times)
May 31 - "Attorney general race gets testy" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 25 - "Baril questions McDonnell's ad money" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 25 - "Kilgore touts plan for health-care credits and savings" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 24 - "Gilmore backs McDonnell" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 24 - "Kaine ad attempts to rebut attack over tax-cut issue" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 23 - "GOP group key in Virginia gubernatorial ad fight" (Washington Times)
May 21 - "GOP ad goes after Kaine's tax record" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 21 - "Kaine camp decries GOP ad tying Democrat to tax rise" (Washington Post)
May 20 - "Bolling begins TV, radio ad campaign" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 20 - "Candidates for governor decry plans of rivals" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 19 - "Kilgore focuses on traffic in N.Va. TV ad" (Washington Post)
May 18 - "Kilgore proposes fund for education" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 17 - "In TV ad, Kilgore points to experience, education plan" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 16 - "Campaigns exchange a torrent of releases" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 15 - "Kaine, Kilgore court Hispanic votes" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 14 - "Kilgore to roll out first TV ads" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 12 - "Attorney general hopefuls speak" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 11 - "Candidates differ on statewide referendums" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 7 - "Kilgore backs license law" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 5 - "Reviving the debate over tax referendums" (Washington Post)
May 4 - "Baril wants faith-based drug rehab" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 3 - "Attorney-general hopefuls to speak" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
May 3 - "Kilgore, Kaine in twang tussle" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 27 - "Republican governors group plans to ante up for Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 27 - "Voters in primary will pick a party" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 27 - "Local road taxing suggested for Va." (Washington Post)
Apr. 27 - "Contest draws national attention" (Washington Times)
Apr. 27 - "Kaine, Kilgore duel on web" (Washington Times)
Apr. 25 - "Primary vote to limit 'crossovers'" (Washington Times)
Apr. 24 - "GOP candidates for No. 2 office debate" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 24 - "Money flows for Kaine, Kilgore" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 22 - "Kaine speaks in radio attack ad" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 22 - "Lt. Gov. candidates spar on taxes" (Washington Post)
Apr. 21 - "Developers, realtors force in Va. races" (Washington Examiner)
Apr. 21 - "Sparks fly at fish fry for politicians" (Washington Times)
Apr. 21 - "At shad planking, traditional roast of Va. politicians" (Washington Post)
Apr. 20 - "Gilmore endorses Bolling in primary" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 20 - "N.Va. 2nd in campaign donations" (Washington Post)
Apr. 19 - "Kilgore declines to endorse primary candidates" (Washington Times)
Apr. 18 - "Kilgore, Kaine key in on property taxes" (Washington Examiner)
Apr. 17 - "Hanger misses ballot deadline" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 16 - "Hanger squeezes in signatures" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 16 - "Kaine camp raises red flag on Kilgore ad spot" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 16 - "Statewide candidates filling campaign chests" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 15 - "GOP hopefuls split on rules for sentencing" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 15 - "Kilgore touts signature total" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 15 - "Kilgore's GOP rival files petitions and says he's competitive" (Washington Post)
Apr. 14 - "Kaine, Kilgore fortify war chests" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 14 - "Kilgore favors donations in lieu of school vouchers" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 14 - "Kaine outdoes Kilgore in funds" (Washington Times)
Apr. 14 - "With 7 months left, donations pour into Va. Governor's race" (Washington Post)
Apr. 12 - "Connaughton pushes faith-based program" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 12 - "Va. Attorney General hopefuls spar" (Washington Post)
Apr. 11 - "Kaine, Kilgore debate when to start debating" (Washington Times)
Apr. 9 - "Democratic candidates debate" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 9 - "Fitch struggles for recognition in his GOP bid to be governor" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 7 - "Potts dodges payback for independent streak" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 5 - "McDonnell targets sexual predators" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Apr. 4 - "Kilgore tests plan for teachers" (Washington Times)
Apr. 3 - "Tax-relief plans face hurdles" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 27 - "In Va. governor's race, spotlight on taxes again" (Washington Post)
Mar. 26 - "Outer N. Va. voters key to race, Kilgore says" (Washington Post)
Mar. 23 - "Va. voters promised a voice on taxes" (Washington Post)
Mar. 22 - "Republican begins his run" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 22 - "Going back to roots, Kilgore gets started" (Washington Post)
Mar. 21 - "Kilgore to kick off gubernatorial bid today" (Washington Post)
Mar. 19 - "State GOP disowns Potts over independent governor bid" (AP)
Mar. 18 - "Fitch aims to give Kilgore competition" (Washington Post)
Mar. 16 - "Bolling makes his candidacy official" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 15 - "Hanger to run in state race" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 13 - "Delegates will take GOP case to voters" (Washington Post)
Mar. 11 - "Withdrawal's official, says Loudoun's May" (Washington Post)
Mar. 10 - "Va. Delegate to drop Lt. Gov. campaign" (Washington Post)
Mar. 9 - "Kilgore says he won't raise taxes for roads" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 9 - "Potts faces wrath of Va. GOP" (Washington Post)
Mar. 3 - "Potts sets up position in race" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Mar. 1 - "Baril recommends reform of sentencing guidelines" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Feb. 28 - "Assembly favored Kilgore's issues" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Feb. 28 - "Va. tax turmoil to resurface" (Washington Post)
Feb. 26 - "Potts' bid highlights GOP divide" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Feb. 26 - "Potts announces 'independent Republican' bid for Governor" (Washington Post)
Feb. 24 - "Potts on verge of independent bid" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Feb. 24 - "Candidates' bills are no easy sell" (Washington Post)
Feb. 24 - "Kaine and Kilgore agendas" (Washington Post)
Feb. 23 - "Va. Lt. Gov. Kaine: Tax hikes on the table" (UPI)
Feb. 22 - "Kaine: Transportation to be next task" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Feb. 22 - "Kilgore looks to reunite Republicans in election year" (Times weekly papers)
Feb. 10 - "Potts considers run for governor" (Washington Times)
Feb. 9 - "Warrenton mayor to face Kilgore" (Washington Post)
Feb. 8 - "Warrenton mayor to challenge Kilgore for Governor" (AP)
Feb. 8 - "Gilmore set to endorse Kilgore for Va. governor" (Washington Post)
Feb. 1 - "Gubernatorial rivals show subtle differences" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 23 - "GOP contenders enter $1 million club" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 21 - "Kaine, Kilgore disclose finances, gifts" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 20 - "Kaine leads in N.Va. donations" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 20 - "Big donors stand out in Governor's race" (Washington Post)
Jan. 19 - "GOP hopefuls reach milestone" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 19 - "Kilgore's resignation escalates rivalry" (Washington Post)
Jan. 19 - "Kilgore steps down, names replacement" (Washington Times)
Jan. 18 - "Kilgore to step down Feb. 1" (AP)
Jan. 18 - "Rivals in close race for dollars" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 18 - "Attorney General Kilgore to resign" (Washington Post)
Jan. 14 - "Kilgore says coaching someone to kill warrants death penalty" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 11 - "DNC to give $5 million to Kaine's bid for Governor" (Washington Post)
Jan. 9 - "Race for Governor: Kaine and Kilgore set agendas" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Jan. 7 - "Kilgore: No tax increases for transit" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 27 - "Death penalty a key strategy for Kilgore" (Washington Post)
Dec. 21 - "Kilgore initiative targets gangs" (AP)
Dec. 21 - "Kilgore wants to expand death penalty" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 21 - "In Va. bills, death penalty would cover accomplices" (Washington Post)
Dec. 15 - "Kilgore proposes anti-tax agenda" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 9 - "Kilgore, Kaine hurl daggers" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 9 - "Kaine and Kilgore: Caine and Abel" (Richmond Times-Dispatch - column by Ray McAllister)
Dec. 9 - "Governor hopefuls hit hard and often" (Washington Post)
Dec. 5 - "Bolling, McDonnell gain favor in GOP straw poll" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 5 - "Kilgore launches attack on Kaine" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 5 - "Kilgore rallies Republicans" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 5 - "State GOP expects divisive campaign" (Washington Post)
Dec. 2 - "Race for No. 2 getting crowded" (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star)
Dec. 2 - "Connaughton announces bid" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 2 - "Kilgore assembles election team" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Dec. 2 - "Connaughton embarks on statewide bid" (Washington Post)
Nov. 24 - "McDonnell comes to Fairfax to announce AG bid" (Connection newspapers)
Nov. 25 - "Kilgore, Kaine give previews of very different styles" (Washington Post)
Nov. 13 - "Kilgore calls for anti-drug bills" (Washington Post)
Nov. 18 - "McDonnell running for Attorney General" (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Nov. 18 - "Virginia Beach lawyer begins AG campaign" (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star)
Nov. 9 - "It's off to races for '05" (Washington Times)
For State Delegate & local races
Nov. 3 - "Candidates share priorities but clash on their strategies" (Washington Post) [35th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "Candidates split on taxes, immigration, transportation" (Washington Post) [39th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "GOP challenger targets taxes, but incumbent cites benefits" (Washington Post) [43rd Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "In Reston area, candidates with distinct differences" (Washington Post) [36th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "In a contest of opposites, many issues to be decided" (Washington Post) [42nd Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "This time, a choice for voters" (Washington Post) [38th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "Key issue: Roads vs. mass transit" (Washington Post) [46th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "Two challengers take on incumbent in Belvoir area" (Washington Post) [44th Dist.]
Nov. 3 - "Views on federal education act divide first-time candidates" (Washington Post) [45th Dist.]
June 23 - "Hyland wins 35th District primary race" (Sun Gazette) [HD35]
June 16 - "Englin wins" (Alexandria Gazette Packet) [HD45]
June 16 - "Reps run for 45th and 46th seats" (Arlington Connection) [HD45, 46]
June 16 - "Va. newcomer credits grass-roots energy in upset" (Washington Post) [HD45]
June 15 - "Anti-tax challengers fall short" (Washington Post)
June 15 - "House centrists prevail in Va." (Washington Post)
June 9 - "Democrats vie to succed Van Landingham in 45th" (Arlington Sun Gazette) [HD45]
June 9 - "A crowded field in race to succeed incumbent" (Washington Post)
June 6 - "GOP anti-tax challengers confront power of old guard" (Washington Post)
June 2 - "Both parties pinpointing 37th District" (Washington Post) [HD37]
May 27 - "Vacant N.Va. House seat sparks flurry of campaigns" (Washington Post)
May 26 - "Democrats gather for final debate" (Alexandria Gazette Packet) [HD45]
May 19 - "Fight for the 45th" (Arlington Connection) [HD45]
May 9 - "Candidacy in full bloom for Mother's Day" (Washington Times)
May 5 - "45th Dem candidates talk education and taxes" (Arlington Connection) [HD45]
Apr. 28 - "Nothing says 'I love you' like campaign cash" (Washington Post) [HD45]
Apr. 21 - "Delegate candidates release fund-raising totals" (Alexandria Gazette Packet)
Apr. 14 - "Democratic candidates for 45th face off" (Mount Vernon Gazette) [HD45]
Apr. 13 - "Robinson running for 35th delegate seat" (Vienna Connection) [HD35]
Mar. 23 - "Hyland announces delegate run" (Vienna Connection) [HD35]
Mar. 10 - "Forum in the 45th" (Alexandria Gazette Packet) [HD45]
Jan. 27 - "Four Democrats begin run in 45th" (Alexandria Gazette Packet) [HD45]
Jan. 20 - "Garvey aims for Richmond" (Arlington Connection) [HD45]
Jan. 20 - "Krizen declines run" (Mount Vernon Gazette) [HD45]
Jan. 6 - "Retiring after 24 years" (Alexandria Gazette Packet)
Dec. 31 - "Ill Van Landingham to miss next session" (Washington Times) [HD45]
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