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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
Obey

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More
The Junk Drawer

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More
They Failed Us

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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First Day of Early Voting for Key Virginia Special Elections

December 11, 2024
Early voting begins on, December 11th, for the House District 26 and Senate District 32 special elections. It is essential to keep these seats blue to protect our Democratic majority in the General… Read More

Jack Trammell Wins SD-10 Democratic Nomination in Special Election to Replace Republican State Senator John McGuire

December 3, 2024
Jack Trammell has secured the Democratic nomination in the special election for the State Senate District 10 seat being vacated by Republican Congressman-elect John McGuire (VA-05). Trammell was the… Read More

Statement from DPVA Chairwoman Susan Swecker on Jason Miyares’ Reelection Announcement

November 18, 2024
"As Attorney General, Jason Miyares has been a MAGA mouthpiece in pushing an extreme agenda. Virginians deserve an Attorney General who will stand up for their rights and freedoms, not someone who is… Read More

Delegate Kannan Srinivasan Wins SD-32 Democratic Firehouse Primary, Becomes Nominee to Hold Onto Suhas Subramanyam’s Seat

November 15, 2024
On Nov 15th, Delegate Kannan Srinivasan won the Democratic nomination for the State Senate District 32 seat being vacated by Congressman-elect Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10). With the special election set… Read More

ICYMI: Glenn Youngkin Doesn’t Care if Virginians Lose Their Jobs, Supports Trump’s Promise to Move Jobs Out of Virginia

November 13, 2024
Last night (on Nov 12th), Donald Trump took his first step toward his campaign promise of relocating thousands of federal government jobs out of Virginia with the creation of the Department of… Read More
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