A standing-room only crowed packed the Wyndham clubhouse Wednesday night, to hear from the two Democrats running in the Virginia HD57 primary. Neighbors for Change organized the event, which was moderated by Dr. Dan Palazzolo, Professor of Political Science at the University of Richmond. Book donations were accepted on behalf of Friends of Henrico County Public Library. Read More
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Delegate Candidate Scott Konopasek: Your Safeguard Against Chaos for the 59th District
On May 1, 2025, residents from the 59th District gathered at the Ashland Library for an insightful roundtable discussion with candidate Scott Konopasek, who is running for delegate in the 59th District. Multiple generations of voters showed up to listen, learn, and pledge their support. Read More
A Tale of Two Approaches: VCU Cuts DEI Office While URichmond Keeps Efforts Quiet
Since the beginning of the Trump presidency, there has been a sense of confusion within different institutions of higher learning on how to move forward with executive orders. One of the primary targets of the Trump administration has been programs for Diversity Equity and Inclusion. There is no consensus amongst universities on whether or not to comply with the demands or push back and that sense of confusion is reflected in the variety of responses from colleges and universities across the nation. Read More
“Where Is Wittman?” Town Hall with Senator Ghazala Hashmi
The meeting room at the North Courthouse Road Library in Richmond buzzed with energy in mid-April, as constituents gathered for a town hall with our representative Rob Wittman—but the Congressman’s chair was empty once again. Read More
Wittman constituents host town hall in his absence to address immigration, federal funding concerns
This past Saturday, a group of constituents known as Democracy Circle hosted a “Where is Wittman?” town hall at the Twin Hickory Library. N4C was there to help. Read More in this article published by Virginia Mercury. Read More
Senator VanValkenberg closes out a highly productive legislative session with a Town Hall
“This has been a very productive session for me, and while there’s always more that could be done, I am happy about what my team and I were able to accomplish.” – Senator VanValkenberg (D, VA-16). Read More
A Public Education Success Story – What we stand to lose with a DOE shutdown
The parent of a former Henrico County Public Schools student shares her disabled daughter’s public education success story and makes the case for preserving the U.S. Department of Education. Read More
Mental health tips – coping with the state of our nation
Struggling with the state of our nation and the world right now? You’re not alone. Therapist Emily Key, MA, LMFTA, APTT-C has some advice if you are feeling overwhelmed. Read More
Visas revoked at VCU, UVA, Virginia Tech, George Mason
Federal immigration authorities have revoked the visas of at least 20 international students and three recent graduates. In addition to the climate of fear and turmoil this creates for all students, there is a very real economic impact for Virginia and the Universities. We’re highlighting a great article from Axios Richmond
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General Assembly largely rejects Youngkin’s legislative and budget amendments
Gun safety bills, paid family medical leave, prescription drug affordability, and raising the minimum wage are among the more than 150 bills that Governor Youngkin (R) VETOED after this year’s General Assembly session.Read More
June 17th, Primary Voter Deadlines & Information
June 17th, Primary Voter Deadlines/Information
– Register by 5/27/25 (after this you may register to vote using a provisional ballot up to election day)
– Vote early in person: 5/2/25-6/14/25 (including Saturday 6/7)
– Request a ballot by mail by 6/6/25
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Neighbors for Change Rallies Community for Local Impact
“We all have skillsets, we all have networks, we all have things we care about, we all have things we can bring to the table.” That was the message at Neighbors for Change’s event at the Wyndham Clubhouse, where over 50 people gathered to learn how to get involved in local elections and support Democratic candidates. Read More