The Republican nominee for lieutenant governor Winsome Sears talked to Brandon Jarvis and Marques Jones about her campaign for lieutenant governor. Listen at the link above.
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NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia Endorses Jennifer McClellan for Governor
“NARAL Virginia is thrilled to throw our support behind a proven reproductive freedom champion and partner - Senator Jennifer McClellan. She is a champion among a crowded field of champions. But what sets her apart is her deep commitment and narrow focus to ensuring reproductive freedom is a true reality for each and every Virginian. Senator McClellan is the right person to meet this important moment in our Commonwealth’s and nation’s history and we look forward to helping her win the Democratic nomination for governor,”said NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia Executive Director Tarina Keene.
WATCH: NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia Endorsement Announcement with McClellan
Senator Louise Lucas Endorses Delegate Hala Ayala for Lieutenant Governor
“I am pleased to endorse Delegate Hala Ayala for Lieutenant Governor,” said Senator Luise Lucas. “Delegate Ayala has been a voice for justice and equity in the House of Delegates and she has worked hard to build relationships with her Black Caucus members in the Senate to make real change in our Commonwealth. I know she will bring these traits to the Lieutenant Governor role and I hope you will join me in supporting her.”
Filler-Corn announces that the House of Delegates will begin meeting in-person again
The House of Delegates has only met in-person one time since the start of the pandemic, spending two special sessions and one regular session legislating virtually. That will happen no more, however, as Speaker of the House Eileen Filler-Corn announced Monday that any upcoming meetings will take place in person.
"Over the past year Virginians have shown commitment and resolve to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus and protect one another. Containing the virus required sacrifice that touched every part of daily life. Among those things that changed was how we governed. As many Virginians took to remote work, so did the House, and while that transition presented challenges, I am proud to say that the House of Delegates met the moment during this public health and economic crisis,” Filler-Corn said in her statement. "Now, with infection rates falling and our Commonwealth's vaccination rollout program among the best in the country, it is time our body returns where it belongs, in the Capitol, in the People's Chamber. There is still much work to be done as we continue to get additional Virginians vaccinated, but this step is another milestone in our return to normal. Virginia is turning the corner on this pandemic and toward a brighter future."
Audio: Interview with Winsome Sears, the Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor; McClellan receives a big endorsement; House will meet in person