There are eight candidates registered to run for Congress in CD1, hoping to be the nominee to take on incumbent Congressman Rob Wittman. Week two of our series “In their Own Words…” focuses on legislative goals, plans to achieve them and committee assignments the candidates are interested in.
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In Their Own Words – CD 1 Candidates
There are eight candidates registered to run for Congress in CD1, hoping to be the nominee to take on incumbent Congressman Rob Wittman. Rather than waiting for the dust to settle on redistricting, Neighbors For Change invited all eight candidates to submit written answers to questions we believe will help differentiate them for our readers.
Strong Turnout for Henrico Dems ‘Coffee & Sigs’
On 2/21 at the Regency Square Starbucks, Henrico Dems hosted a petition signing event for the Democratic candidates running for Congress in Virginia’s 1st district and for U.S. Senate. All in all, the event was a great success.
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2026: An Impactful Voting Year for Virginians, Part 1
2026 will be an impactful year for Virginians because four* constitutional amendments will be on the ballot, along with a Democratic primary election in June and the midterm elections in November. This is the first article in a four-part series that will take a closer look at three of these amendments.
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2/21/26 – Henrico Democrats Coffee & Sigs
Join the Henrico Dems Saturday 2/21, 10AM-1PM, at Starbucks Regency Mall (8631 Quioccasin Rd) for their first Coffee & Sigs event of 2026! “We need your help to get our Democratic candidates on the ballot, and signing their petitions is a quick and easy way to make a big impact. Stop by, grab a coffee,… Read More
Pre-General Assembly 2026 Session Roundup
The Virginia General Assembly convenes January 14, 2026. In addition to passing four constitutional amendments on day one, Virginia legislators and Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger have identified their top legislative priorities for the next session. Here are the main ones they’ll focus on.
N4C Helping Dems Get On the Ballot
More than 75 people came out last week to sign petitions that help get Democratic candidates on the ballot for the primary in June. There are eight Democrats running for the VA1 seat, and two Democrats challenging incumbent Senator Mark Warner.
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How Do Candidates Get On The Ballot?
The 2026 midterms are approaching fast, and multiple candidates are running in the Democratic primaries for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District (VA1) and the U.S. Senate. That makes this a good time to review how candidates get on the ballot as well as actions voters can take to help candidates run for office.
1/6/26 – Ballot Petition Signing
Before an individual can be on the ballot for an elected position, they must collect a minimum number of signatures from folks who live within their district. Anyone can sign and there is no commitment to vote for, otherwise support or donate to the candidate. We are hosting a signing event in the large meeting… Read More
Letter to the Editor: Compassion & Courage
Compassion and courage. The heart of a public servant with the grit of an ice hockey player. That’s me. I’m Ericka Kopp, candidate for Congress in Virginia’s First District. I stand for access and accountability, and I’m putting people and communities over partisan politics.
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Are you Media Savvy?
We have more information at our fingertips than ever before, yet it’s not all the same level of quality or truthfulness. Here’s a brief guide to help you become more media literate.
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Get to Know Jay Jones
Who is Jay Jones? Short answer, he’s a former state lawmaker and Assistant Attorney General whose current goal is to become the next Attorney General of Virginia. Jones is a candidate whose history of public service has deep roots.