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Dems Luria, Taylor to challenge Republican incumbents
Plus, anti-immigrant rhetoric from the GOP. Share with a friend Dogwood published two guides for people looking for things to do in Virginia. One is a rundown on free museums around the state, and the other is a roundup of upcoming Virginia political events, advocacy opportunities, and protests. Below, I share the results…
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Primary Election Day in Virginia
Plus, a strike fund for Lewis Ginter workers. Share with a friend Looking to get more involved? Dogwood recently published a guide on “microvolunteering” that could help. Below, I report what I heard and saw at three voting locations in Fairfax County today. And, I share my thoughts on visiting the historic site…
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Jesse Welles, Graham Nash show solidarity with Virginia workers
Plus, primary day is next week. Share with a friend A Republican state senator is calling for an “immediate statewide moratorium on data centers.” Below, I share the latest on the labor fight that’s heating up in Henrico County. And, I share some songs from two artists acting in solidarity with Virginia workers. …
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Report: Iran war fuels extra $1.8B Virginians spent on gas
Plus, Lewis Ginter workers escalate their fight for fair wages Share with a friend The Virginia Education Association has a petition urging people to tell their lawmakers to support public-sector collective bargaining legislation in 2027. Below, I take a look at how the Iran war is driving up the cost of living. And,…
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Virginia SNAP enrollment down 100K after Trump restrictions
Plus, Warner’s AI plan. Share with a friend Looking for summer plans in Northern Virginia? A music festival on Aug. 15 in Herndon will benefit the migrant aid and advocacy group LaColectiVA. Below, I report on the drop in Virginians enrolled in the state’s food assistance program after the Trump administration cut funding to…
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Wittman makes up to $15K on stock sale
Plus, Lewis Ginter workers are still fighting for a union contract. Share with a friend This edition marks the 100th issue of Virginia Capital since we launched it a year ago. As we celebrate this milestone, please drop me a line to let me know what you like about the newsletter, what you want…
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Va. fired federal worker: ‘We are gonna fight this’
Plus, Newport News’ collective bargaining ordinance. Share with a friend Canadian wildfire smoke is making it a health hazard just to be outside. It makes me think of all the workers who have to be outside for their jobs and wonder how their employers are ensuring their safety. The bad air quality comes at…
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Wage theft just got harder in Virginia
Plus, a rally against driverless cars in Washington, DC. Share with a friend I’m back from a restful week off with my family at a small lake in Pennsylvania. Did I miss anything? Below, I share the details of new state laws that went into effect this month to strengthen workers’ rights. And,…
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Richmond protesters attack Spanberger collective bargaining veto
Plus, the growing criticism of the massive energy merger proposed in Virginia. Share with a friend The US economy added fewer jobs than expected in June, and unemployment is down because fewer people are looking for work. Below, I report on what I heard at a small protest in Richmond yesterday against Gov. Abigail…
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A ‘banner year’ for tenant protections in Virginia
Plus, Spanberger’s pro-labor budget amendments. Share with a friend State leaders are reacting to the US Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship. “Today’s decision reaffirms one of the most fundamental promises of the Fourteenth Amendment: that every child born in the United States is a citizen, regardless of their parents’ immigration status,” Lt. Gov. Ghazala…
