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The rundown
Democrats and Youngkin have dueling budget tours.
Youngkin reached out to Maryland to offer assistance on the bridge.
Cook Political Report casts doubt on Good’s reelection chances.
Youngkin recently requested syllabi from two state universities, a move some faculty called “unprecedented” and reflective of a national trend to challenge academic freedom. Some Board of Visitors members have also questioned mandates for students to take general education courses on diversity and racial literacy.
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The Prescription Drug Affordability Board would lower the cost of living by lowering the cost of medicine. It would establish an independent review board to review costs of particularly burdensome medications and set limits for payments. You can email Governor Youngkin to tell him you want PDAB to be signed into law here.
Youngkin reached out to Maryland
Gov. Glenn Youngkin says that he spoke with Maryland’s governor to offer any assistance needed in Baltimore after a container ship struck and tore down the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
“I have spoken with Gov. Wes Moore this morning, and Virginia stands ready to assist and support our neighbor Maryland,” Youngkin said Tuesday morning. “Our prayers are with the families affected and the courageous rescue efforts underway following the tragic incident at Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.”
The Virginia House and Senate Democratic Caucuses are currently conducting a “Virginia Families First Tour” across the commonwealth to discuss the budget they sent to Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
Youngkin is also doing his own tour to discuss his problems with the Democratic budget.
What a time to be alive.
View the Democratic press conference with Hampton Roads legislators from Monday below:
