When the November election produced a 20-20 tie in the Virginia Senate.

• Position: PEOPLE & POLITICS

WHEN THE NOVEMBER ELECTION PRODUCED A 20-20 TIE IN THE VIRGINIA SENATE, Republicans contended they were in control of the chamber by virtue of the tie-breaking vote of the GOP lieu tenant governor. But Democrats said not so fast. They planned to file suit over the lieutenant governor's right to cast votes on chamber organization, the budget and judicial appointments, asserting they have the Virginia Constitution behind them. "Just two weeks ago, the citizens of Virginia elected 20 Democrats and 20 Republicans to the Senate," said Senator Richard...