Virginians head to the polls again on August 4 for the primary elections. In our area – Congressional District 1 – the Democratic party has 7 candidates on the ballot hoping to earn the nomination to challenge Republican incumbent Congressman Rob Wittman. Here’s the important primary election information you need to know.
Abigail Spanberger
Virginia’s Democratic Trifecta Struggles to Agree
Tensions between the Governor and Lawmakers over bill amendments and failure to agree on a budget show that governing is hard even when a party holds a trifecta with the House of Delegates, State Senate, and Governor’s office.
Governor Spanberger Signs Bills Into Law
As of April 6, 2026, Governor Abigail Spanberger (D) has signed dozens of bills, including several major legislative packages aimed at affordability, school safety, and economic development.
VA General Assembly Wrap Up 2026
The 2026 Virginia General Assembly regular session adjourned on March 14, 2026, marking a historic era of unified Democratic control under the state’s first female governor, Abigail Spanberger. While lawmakers passed over 1,200 bills, they failed to reach a budget agreement, necessitating a special session next month.
New Series: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence
The hottest technology buzzword of the 21st century is “AI,” meaning artificial intelligence. What role does AI play in jobs and the economy, the environment, and scientific competition with countries like China? How much does AI hurt or help jobs, the environment, and the global economy? How will it impact you locally?
What You Need to Know About VA’s Redistricting Amendment
Virginia voters are one step closer to weighing in on redrawing congressional maps mid-decade. The House of Delegates Appropriations Committee voted 15–7 on Thursday to move forward a bill that would set April 21 as the date for a ballot referendum on a proposed constitutional amendment.
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VA Democrats’ Redistricting Plans
Democrats in the General Assembly presented a redistricting amendment to counteract Republican efforts to gerrymander in other states. Here’s an overview of how the process unfolded and what happens next.
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What Do VA Election Results Mean for 2026?
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Democratic voters turned out in record numbers and sent a big blue wave across the state of Virginia to elect Abigail Spanberger for Governor, Ghazala Hashmi for Lt. Governor, and Jay Jones for Attorney General.
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Get to Know Abigail Spanberger
Who is Abigail Spanberger? Short answer: She’s a former CIA Case Officer who also served America as a Congresswoman. Her current goal is to become the next Governor of Virginia.
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Pete Buttigieg in C’ville!
Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is rallying with Abigail Spanberger 10/16 in Charlottesville in a “Get Out The Vote” rally!
It’s not too late to attend what will be an amazing rally!
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Spanberger Plan for Growing Virginia
Spanberger stood alongside union workers, business leaders, educators, and local elected officials as she outlined her priorities focused on growing workforce training efforts, growing business investment in Virginia, and growing trade opportunities for Virginia businesses.
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July – Coordinated Campaign Events to Support Democrats Up & Down the Ticket!
More Coordinated Campaign Events Many ways you can support Democrats up and down the ticket! Happening in Henrico:July 23 Wed Henrico Phone and Text Bank 5 pm (in person)July 23 Wed CD4 Community Discussion 5 pm (virtual)July 24 Thur Henrico Text Bank 3:15 (in person) NEWJuly 24 Thur Glen Allen Phone Bank 5 pm (in person)July 26 Sat Henrico Canvass 10 and 1 pm (in person)July 26 Sat Canvass… Read More