Saturday News: “How the Gaza ceasefire collapsed”; “EPA to Force Oil-and-Gas Industry to Plug Methane Leaks”; 2023 a “miracle year..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Saturday, December 2.COP28 Latest: VP Harris Touts $3 Billion Climate Aid in Speech
BREAKING: Court Rules in VA Sen. Ghazala Hashmi’s Favor in “Baseless” Case “filed by election deniers outside of the district who made b..
Great news regarding this ridiculous/"baseless" case, pushed/promoted by right-wing Republicans and election deniers like Amanda Chase, who "tried to take away the will of the voters" in this strongly
ALL of Us: Meeting This Defining Moment in Our Democracy Means Being Informed by Many, Not Just a Few | Blue Virginia
by Lynlee Thorne, Rural GroundGameAfter any election, we can expect the typical scoreboard-style coverage from pundits, Twitter “experts,” and organizations. While this has its place, it’s a
Virginia Members of Congress’ Varied Votes, Reactions to Rep. George Santos’ Expulsion | Blue Virginia
See below for some reaction by Virginia's congressional delegation to the expulsion of Rep. George Santos (R) from the U.S. House of Representatives. As you can see, they're all over the place, with R
Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson Announces He Won’t Be Running for Reelection Next Year | Blue Virginia
See below for big news from Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson this morning, as he anounces he will not be running for reelection next year. Wilson was first elected mayor in 2018, after serving as vice m
Friday News: “U.N. chief says ‘earth’s vital signs are failing’ as leaders meet at COP28”; “Israel hits targets in Gaza as cease-fire with Ham..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Friday, December 1.Something Big Just Happened at COP ("Wealthy countries might fina
Audio: “Hung Cao’s attack on ailing Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton is even more disgusting when you hear it for yourself.” | Blue Virginia
If you needed any reminders of how horrible and extreme former VA10 Republican nominee (and candidate for the VA GOP's 2024 U.S. Senate nomination) Hung Cao is, check this out.“But as soon as [Wex
VA State Sen. Jeremy McPike Announces He Will NOT Run for VA07 Democratic Nomination | Blue Virginia
VA State Sen. Jeremy McPike (D-Prince William County) had been widely expected to throw his hat in the ring for the VA07 Democratic nomination, after incumbent Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA07) announc
Wednesday News: “We Can’t Address the Climate Crisis Without Nature”; Trump Judges Assault Voting Rights Act; Liz Cheney “blasts GOP as ..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Wednesday, November 29.Deal to keep 1.5C hopes alive is within reach, says Cop28 pre
Video, Press Release, Interview – VA Del. Michelle Maldonado Announces Her Candidacy for the VA10 Democratic Nomination | Blue Virginia
See below for a press release from Virginia Delegate Michelle Maldonado (D-HD20), as well as an interview she did with me yesterday afternoon, on her campaign for the VA10 Democratic nomination, which
Video: Affordable Virginia Launches $1.8M Ad Campaign Calling Out Rep. Jen Kiggans for Betraying Veterans | Blue Virginia
From Affordable Virginia, regarding Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-VA02), who's one of the most politically vulnerable Republican members of Congress next year. Kiggans is also just awful, and most definitely ne
FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Strengthen America’s Supply Chains, Lower Costs for Families, and Secure Key Sectors | Blue Virginia
Great stuff from the Biden administration; just wish that people were paying attention!FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Strengthen America’s Supply Chains, Lower Costs for
Prince William County Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin Launches Campaign for VA07 Democratic Nomination | Blue Virginia
And...we're back from the Thanksgiving break, with another announcement for the VA07 Democratic nomination, this time from Prince William County Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin. Franklin joins Yev
Monday News: “Now for Some Good News About Climate”; “Israel, Hamas appear open to extending pause; agencies rush aid to Gaza”; “S..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Monday, November 27.World’s biggest iceberg moving beyond Antarctic waters ("A23a
Outgoing VA Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw Says That, After Election Wins, “Democrats are no longer just playing defense” | Blue Virginia
See below for the latest update from outgoing Virginia Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw, who is retiring after serving in the State Senate since 1980 (and yes, those 43 years saw enormous change in
Sunday News: “From carbon capture to King Charles: what to look out for at Cop28”; “Americans on List of Next Hamas Hostages Set for Release&#..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Sunday, November 26.From carbon capture to King Charles: what to look out for at Cop
Saturday News: “World stands on frontline of disaster at Cop28, says UN climate chief”; “Kyiv hit by biggest drone attack since war began̶..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Saturday, November 25.World stands on frontline of disaster at Cop28, says UN
Friday News: “On the cusp of climate talks, UN chief Guterres visits crucial Antarctica”; “Agreement to release the hostages was sealed with h..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Friday, November 24.CO2 readings from Mauna Loa show failure to combat climate chang
Wednesday News: “The making of a ‘more for more’ deal in the Gaza war”; “Trump Represents a ‘Trifecta of Danger’”; “Why Biden’s Ca..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Wednesday, November 22.Economic models buckle under strain of climate realityThe
Del. Jeion Ward to Chair VA House Labor and Commerce Committee; Del. Mark Sickles to Chair Health and Human Services | Blue Virginia
From the VA House Democratic Caucus:JEION WARD AND MARK SICKLES NAMED HOUSE COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN, COMMITTEES RENAMEDWard to Chair Labor and Commerce; Sickles to Chair Health and Human ServicesRICH
Virginia House Speaker-Designee Don Scott Announces Del. Jeff Bourne and Attorney Jeffrey Breit as Transition Team Co-Chairmen for Office of the Speaker | Blue ..
From new Speaker-designee Del. Don Scott:SPEAKER-DESIGNEE DON SCOTT ANNOUNCES TRANSITION TEAM CO-CHAIRMEN FOR OFFICE OF THE SPEAKERDel. Jeff Bourne and Attorney Jeffrey Breit Named Co-Chairmen
Tuesday News: “2023 Just Notched Its Most Ominous Climate Record Yet”; “US says Israel hostage deal ‘closer than ever’”; ..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Tuesday, November 21.2023 Just Notched Its Most Ominous Climate Record YetFossil
Virginia House, Senate Democratic Caucuses Introduce Legislation to Raise Minimum Wage, Combat Gun Violence Epidemic, Push for Restoration of Rights and Abortio..
From the Virginia House and Senate Democratic caucuses, both soon to be in the majorities (albeit narrow majorities) in their respective chambers.VIRGINIA HOUSE AND SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAU
Sunday News: “Israel and Hamas reach tentative U.S.-brokered deal to pause conflict, free dozens of hostages”; “Biden team ratchets up offensi..
by LowellHere are a few international, national and Virginia news headlines, political and otherwise, for Sunday, November 19.For Climate, Protecting Forests Is Way Better Than Planting Tree
