In today’s e-mail blast, the Tim Kaine for Governor campaign is launching a petition drive endorsing a bid to bring the NASCAR Hall of Fame to the Commonwealth. Talk about a two-fer! First benefit: Kaine can position himself as in favor of economic development. He quotes published accounts as saying the hall of fame could pump $100 million a year into Virginia’s economy.
Second benefit: NASCAR is very, very big in Jerry Kilgore’s rural strongholds. Who cares what Jerry says Tim said about his accent? If Time likes NASCAR, he’s got to be all right!
