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Stevens Miller Fumbles Tele-townhall
What in the world was he thinking? Stevens Miller, who is running against Tom Rust in the 86th District held a tele-townhall meeting tonight. This is one of the most important sports watching nights of the year (outside of the Super Bowl): the World Series game 2 (where the Yankees will handily defeat the Phillies) and the UNC vs. Virginia Tech football game (Go Hokies).
Miller rambled on about his brilliant ideas from the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, which is odd considering that he has made no accomplishments.
Words can come back to haunt you…
Words can come back to haunt you, especially when you are placed on the record for supporting bringing the Redskins Hall of Fame to Loudoun County. The Hall of Fame would have made Loudoun County, the corporate headquarters of the Redskins franchise and would have provided over $100,000 to promote the county. Who voted against it? None other than Stevens Miller, who is the Dulles District Supervisor running for Delegate in the 86th District…(Funny, he actually had to move into the district to run for Delegate).
At a recent debate, Miller decided to take credit for something he didn’t do. He claimed that he supported the Redskins Hall of Fame. It’s kind of hard to be against something, then turn around a year later to say you supported the measure. Flip-flop-itis has struck again!
Life must be rough for Stevens Miller
Things keep getting more interesting for Stevens Miller, who moved into the 86th district just to run against Tom Rust.
At a campaign rally last Saturday held for Miller, only 25 people showed up at the event. When you add in his campaign staffers, SEIU canvassers, speakers (Del. Ken Plum, John Foust, and Steve Shannon), there was next to one attending this event.
Pretty sad, heh?
Flush! Stevens Miller Loses His Dignity During Debate
At Tuesday night’s debate, sponsored by the League of Women’s Voters, Stevens Miller again attacks Tom Rust on the septic system issue. Rust, then cleared the issue for Miller, by saying that he passed the legislation to allow Loudoun County control of the septic system issue. Of course, Loudoun County did not want to deal with the septic system issue.
Concerning a question posed to Miller on why he wanted to give up his supervisor job, Miller said he wanted to unclog gridlock concerning local matters at the state level. As an example, Miller brought up Loudoun’s fight to regulate alternative septic systems, which are common in rural sections of Loudoun.
However, looking out over the suburban crowd, Rust speculated: “Septic systems are probably something that don’t interest anyone in here.”
(Source: Loudoun Independent)
Another highlight of the evening is that Miller missed an important Board of Supervisors meeting to debate Rust…way to abandon your job to represent those who elected you in the Dulles District.
Perhaps, this is just another sign of desperation from Miller.
Debating the Issues in Sterling
Sterling, Va.–Before an audience of 40 supporters and concerned residents at Park View High School, both Del. Tom Rust and Stevens Miller squared off to prove which candidate will best represent the 86th District in Richmond. The debate began shortly after 7 p.m. on Tuesday night and was moderated by Sheldon Pratt, who introduced both candidates without their official titles. Del. Rust opened by touting his endorsements.
The first question posed to the candidates was about whether or not they would raise the gas tax. Miller ducked the question, but brings up a local income tax for Northern Virginia as a suggestion to raise revenue. Rust called for more transportation funding, which caused rebuttal amongst the candidates.
Of course, it goes without saying that the next question focused on the abuser fees, and Miller attacked Rust on his support for the abuser fees, then calls for change, as well as bashing the toll road. Both candidates want to use the revenue from the tolls to fund the rail to Dulles.
After talking about transportation, the debate then turned to the state budget. Rust said everything was on the table, while Miller claimed that he lowered property taxes as Dulles district Supervisor on the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. The claim by Miller is untrue, as pointed out in previous posts.
Lastly, there was a question which focused on the increase of gangs and crime in Sterling. This question asked each candidate what they planned to do to stop this problem. Miller stated that he does not think “enhanced law enforcement” is the answer. Rust discussed his record of protecting the community against gang violence.
Miller attacks Rust on Septic Systems…Again
There’s a broken record in Stevens Miller’s campaign, and it happens to be the issue of septic systems. In an interview with Blue Commonwealth, Miller again claims that Del. Tom Rust has gone backwards on one specific area of land use regulation.
“Rust wants to take us backwards on one area of land use regulation where we have some authority. The Commonwealth of Virginia did authorize municipalities to regulate septic systems. It’s not the sexiest issue you’re ever going to legislate, but for people who are conservation minded and people in rural parts of the state, this is a critical issue. In the absence of aggressive maintenance and instruction schedules, these systems are dangerous, they break down, and threaten the environment.”
Perhaps, it is time for Miller to consider that septic systems are regulated by the State Department of Health.
Desperately Seeking Attention–Stevens Miller Style
Six weeks out, and Stevens Miller is already forced to grasp onto third party attacks. Over at Blue Virginia, Lowell attacks Loudoun County Supervisor, Eugene Delgaudio, then shows pictures of Del. Tom Rust and Delgaudio standing at the same Back-to-School night. Is this the best they got? Delgaudio has won three elections in Sterling, while Miller is renting a house in Sterling for the campaign. Where does Miller go from here?
Even more bizarre, Lowell posts a photo from a town hall meeting with Rust between Rep. Frank Wolf and Chairman of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Scott York. Miller’s campaign must be in worse shape than I thought if he’s going after Rust by tying him to the two of the most popular politicians in Loudoun County.
Update: Miller’s campaign released some attack ads today against Rust. Currently, Miller is trailing in the polls, and his only reported accomplishment as a Supervisor was a sign ordinance.
Tom Rust Endorsed by Fairfax Firefighters and Paramedics
Del. Tom Rust received the endorsement of the Fairfax County Firefighters and Paramedics yesterday. Rust has been supportive of professional fire fighter and paramedic issues, and this earned the endorsement from the IAFF-Local 2688.
Rust said, in his statement, that he appreciates the support from the local fire fighters and paramedics. “Public safety is one of the core responsibilities of government, and I will continue to work with our local firefighters and paramedics in keeping us safe.”
Stevens Miller vs. Tom Rust: Debate Numero Uno
http://www.ustream.tv/flash/video/2152895
This is the first debate between Tom Rust and Stevens Miller in the 86th District.
Stevens Miller's Idea of Leaving a Legacy
So, how would you want to be remembered when you leave office? Would you want to be remembered for standing up for the people by fighting for what’s right or would you rather be remembered for improving the community at large?
The Loudoun Times asked each member on the Loudoun Board of Supervisors what their goals are for the remainder of their term. Stevens Miller wants to be remembered for a sign ordinance.
““If there’s nothing else that I leave behind as a supervisor, it’s a sign ordinance that is rational and reasonable,” said Miller, who is running for Virginia’s House of Delegates against Del. Tom Rust (R-Sterling).
Wow! A sign ordinance…that’s ambitious.
