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The Latest Breaking News from Glenn Youngkin

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Reason

Rudy Carey Was Pardoned, but the Unjust Law That Kept Him From Working Is Still on the Books

Virginia’s barrier crime law limits employment prospects for ex-offenders, who often find their way back into the penal system when they can’t find work.

Reason

Labor Groups Oppose Move Of Sports Franchises To Virginia

Labor groups oppose NBA and NHL relocation to Virginia, sparking political and public debate over worker concerns and economic impact.

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Ron DeSantis put nearly all his eggs in the basket of a ‘war on woke’

The Florida governor, once billed as Trump without the baggage, ended up making a series of bad gambles

The Guardian - US

Don Scott becomes first Black speaker in Virginia Legislature's 400-year history

Del. Don Scott, a rising star among Virginia Democrats with a unique personal story, was voted in as speaker of the Virginia Statehouse.

WEKU

How Much Will Taxpayers Pay for Virginia's $2 Billion Arena Plan?

How much public money will be used remains unclear. The consensus answer seems to be "a lot."

Reason

GOP Losers of 2023: Moms for Liberty

"You deserve to be fired": Amid a growing sex scandal, founder Bridget Ziegler was just confronted by a gay student

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Democrats won Virginia on abortion. Can it also win them the White House?

A year and a half after the supreme court struck down Roe v Wade, abortion continues to weigh heavily on voters’ mind

The Guardian - US

Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery for now

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order barring removal of a memorial to Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery

The Independent UK

Confederate memorial to be removed in coming days from Arlington National Cemetery

A Confederate memorial's days at Arlington National Cemetery are numbered

The Independent UK

Virginia Announces Billion Partnership with Monumental Sports

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses the formation of a monumental public-private partnership involving sports, entertainment, and economic growth.

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Everything we know about the Wizards and Capitals proposed move from Washington to Virginia

The Wizards and Capitals might be moving to Virginia soon.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Virginia has tentative deal to move Washington's NBA, NHL teams, Youngkin says

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin says he has reached a tentative agreement with the parent company of the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to move those teams out of D

The Independent UK

Heather Williams, president of DLCC: ‘Republicans are not listening to voters’ on abortion

It’s crucial for Democrats to connect with voters on the topic and focus on state capitols where Donald Trump allies are pressing for sweeping bans

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‘People who are just like me will not be able to vote. That’s nuts’: Virginia to see first Black speaker of the house

Democrat Don L Scott has come back from a felony conviction 30 years ago to lead the state legislature and fight for his constituents

Zenger

Colleges Plagued By Antisemitism As Israel-Hamas War Rages On

The Israeli-Hamas Conflict Continues To Cause Serious Divisions Among Races and Religious Groups In The U.S.

Chicago Sun-Times

The media should stop playing fortune-teller on elections

The press should do some real reporting about what’s going on in the country and stop predicting outcomes. Their track record of being right is bad anyway.

The Independent UK

Democrat Biberaj concedes in hard-fought northern Virginia prosecutor race

A high-profile Democratic prosecutor in northern Virginia who drew criticism from Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin has conceded defeat in her reelection bid

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Chicago Sun-Times

Voters are clear about climate change threats

Well-funded attacks against strong climate policies were ignored or rejected by the voters in the Nov. 7 elections.

The Guardian - US

Democrat Abigail Spanberger to quit Congress and run for Virginia governor

In announcement, congresswoman cites rightwing threats to reproductive rights and efforts to clamp down on public schooling

Roll Call

Spanberger running for Virginia governor instead of another House term - Roll Call

Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger will not defend her House seat next year as she gears up to run for governor of Virginia in 2025.

The Conversation

Abortion rights victories show this issue is unlikely to fade in 2024 elections − 3 things to know

Abortion rights advocates won major victories in several state elections on Nov. 7, 2023, signaling that abortion laws are likely to continue to play an important role in the 2024 elections.

Salon

It's time to cancel Trump's reality show

The threat of growing war leaves Trump looking so very small

The Conversation

As national political omens go, Republicans sought middle ground on abortion in Virginia − and still lost the state legislature

The election results in Virginia offer Republicans across the country one key lesson before the 2024 presidential election: Revise the GOP position on the critical issue of abortion.

WEKU

Democrats — and abortion rights — dominated the 2023 elections. Here are 5 takeaways

Voters mobilized for abortion rights, from approving an amendment in Ohio to reelecting Kentucky's Democratic governor. Plus, Black candidates made history in Rhode Island and Philadelphia.

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