The recent “Rally in the Valley” at a military surplus store in Staunton featured multiple elected officials, mostly sans mask, rebuffing social distancing and gathering guidelines to spread germs, I mean, meet with like-minded constituents. Congressman Ben Cline, Delegate John Avoli, and Ronnie Campbell, a candidate for Delegate, were all present and encouraged this irresponsible […]
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The Nightmare Inside Virginia’s Prisons
COVID-19 is wreaking havoc on incarcerated people Most of us are taking the precautions necessary to protect ourselves and those around us from the coronavirus pandemic. We’re wearing masks, washing our hands regularly, wiping down surfaces, and practicing social distancing as part of the minimal effort to keep from getting sick. But imagine if you […]
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Obstructionist Declares Candidacy for Governor
Kirk Cox aiming to bring his “No” agenda to the Governor’s Mansion After years of obstructing Virginians’ priorities in the General Assembly, Delegate Kirk Cox has set his eyes on higher office. Progress Virginia executive director Anna Scholl released the following statement responding to Cox’s campaign announcement: “Every time Virginians have asked for solutions, Kirk […]
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Progress Virginia Announces Suspension of Eyes on Richmond for 2021; Transparency Push Still Top Priority
Richmond—Progress Virginia announced today the suspension of Eyes on Richmond for the 2021 legislative session. A groundbreaking and award winning transparency program, Eyes on Richmond streams and archives legislative committee hearings. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the organization has determined an in-person presence at General Assembly proceedings is not in the best interest of […]
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‘Voters Decided’ Car Rally Celebrates the Power of the People; As Every Vote is Counted, Voters’ Mandate for Progress is Clear
Richmond, VA— Virginians gathered today for a car rally to celebrate our achievement: we turned out in record numbers and the will of the voters prevailed. Despite the pandemic and deliberate barriers, voters made their voices heard loud and clear. The Voters Decided: Day of Celebration included voters, essential workers, and civil rights advocates who […]
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Voters Decided, Virginians Rallying to Celebrate
Richmond, VA—Virginians will hold a car rally and parade in Richmond on Saturday at noon to celebrate that voters have decided and will swear in a government that is of, by, and for the people. We will celebrate our achievement: we turned out in record numbers and the will of the voters prevailed. We are […]
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Progress Virginia Congratulates Congresswoman Spanberger on Reelection
Progress Virginia congratulates Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger on her reelection to represent Virginia’s 7th Congressional District. Virginia voters turned out in record numbers and made their voices heard loud and clear. Seventh District voters stood up for their community and voted for Representative Spanberger because of her first term support for quality, affordable healthcare, strengthening support […]
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Progress Virginia Congratulates Congresswoman Wexton on Reelection
Progress Virginia congratulates Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton on her reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives. Virginia voters turned out in record numbers and made their voices heard loud and clear. Tenth District voters spoke for their community and chose Representative Wexton because of her first term support for the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, […]
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Virginians Rallying to Demand Every Vote Is Counted
MEDIA ADVISORY: 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020Richmond, VA CONTACT: Anna Scholl: anna@progressva.org, 540-460-1269 Richmond, VA—Virginians will hold a car rally and parade in Richmond on Saturday at noon to demand that every vote is counted in this election in order to swear in a government that is of, by, and for the people. We are […]
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Progress Virginia Congratulates Congresswoman Luria on Reelection
Progress Virginia congratulates Congresswoman Elaine Luria on her reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives. Virginia voters turned out in record numbers and made their voices heard loud and clear. The Second District stood up for their community and chose Representative Luria because of her first term support for veterans, accessible and affordable healthcare, strengthening […]