Today I announce my campaign for reelection to represent Virginia’s 8th Congressional District. I promise to be the most effective advocate I can be for progress and to continue fighting for my Northern Virginia constituents.
I endorsed Barack Obama early, having been moved by his intelligence and his political capability. I am similarly inspired by Mayor Pete. With him, I feel the promise of a new generation, and I see a way out of the darkness.
I am proud to endorse
@PeteButtigieg
for president.
Thank you to
@PeteButtigieg
for his historic candidacy. I look forward to what he will accomplish.
I am proud to endorse Vice President
@JoeBiden
, a statesman with the experience to achieve progress. He will unite our party’s broad coalition and lead us to victory in Nov.
"Well, that's an unexpected visitor," Pete Buttigieg jokes as a bee lands on his tie in Iowa and refuses to leave. "I guess I'm just that sweet."
Buttigieg ends up removing his tie so the bee could be brought outside.
I am grateful to voters in Northern Virginia for again making me their Democratic nominee to represent Virginia’s 8th District. Their trust in me is humbling, and I will continue to do all I can to earn it.
The House has passed 230+ bills and sent them to the Senate. Tell
@SenateMajLdr
to do his job and pass the
#ForThePeople
plan! Call Mitch: 202-224-2541
We need leaders like
@PeteButtigieg
, who has seen the challenges rural America faces. His new plan will unlock the potential of rural communities across the country.
What's the most effective way to win votes? Meet people at their doors -- even all the way in Iowa. I love talking with folks about voting for
@PeteButtigieg
.
Today I announce my campaign for reelection to represent Virginia’s 8th Congressional District. It is my honor to serve, and I hope you will take a moment to read my statement below about the work we have done and what we still hope to achieve.
Grateful to voters in Northern Virginia for again putting their confidence in me to represent them in the House of Representatives. Their trust in me is humbling, and I will continue to do all I can to earn it. My statement:
I appreciate
@PeteButtigieg
's frank words on the systemic racism in policing. Under a Buttigieg presidency, this country will work toward bringing down the "wall of mistrust" between the African American community and the police.
#TeamPete
It is the honor of my life to represent the 8th congressional district of Virginia. THANK YOU for re-electing me today to a third term. I will work every day to make you proud.
I'm honored to receive your endorsement,
@PeteButtigieg
. Your historic campaign showed us what's possible when Americans from all backgrounds rally together. I'm excited to team up to continue that work together.
#WinTheEra
A historic victory!! Huge congratulations tonight to CONGRESSWOMAN-ELECT
@JennMcClellanVA
, her family, her team, and her constituents! A great moment for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Can't wait to serve with you in the House!
[📷Kyle Richardson]
Thank you
@PeteButtigieg
for your thoughtful vision on the future of healthcare. Americans should have the freedom to do what is medically right and not live in financial fear.
#DemDebate
I'm always inspired whilst in the presence of VA's three amazing Congresswomen. We took back the House in 2018 because of them and they will be the reason we KEEP the House in 2022. Thank you
@ElaineLuriaVA
,
@SpanbergerVA07
, &
@JenniferWexton
for your service to our country!
I brought my copy of Toni Morrison’s ‘Beloved’ to tonight’s event with
@JoeBiden
for a little book report. Vote for
@TerryMcAuliffe
to keep this book in schools and give every Virginia child access to a world class education!
Thank you to the residents of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, and Falls Church, who have elected me to serve another term in Congress. It is the thrill of my life to represent you every day. Now, let’s get back to work.
200,000 Americans have died of
#COVID19
to date.
That’s an equivalent death toll of 66 consecutive September 11 attacks.
We need to end this crisis once and for all by electing a President who can stop the virus.
Let’s honor and
#NeverForget
all those we have lost.
DHS’s authoritarian actions in Portland are unacceptable. Acting Secretary Chad Wolf ordered unidentified officers to occupy the city, inciting violence in response to peaceful protests. Sec. Wolf should resign immediately. His actions are un-American.
State Sen. Adam Ebbin and Del. Mark Keam endorse Pete Buttigieg for president ahead of the South Bend mayor's appearance Saturday at Virginia Democrats' fundraiser in Richmond,
@patrickmwilson
reports.
Virginians in
#VA04
deserve a progressive powerhouse in Congress, which is exactly what
@JennMcClellanVA
will be. Filling Don McEachin’s shoes won’t be easy, but Sen. McClellan is the best person for the job, and if she wins, it will make history. I’m proud to endorse her!
My name is Senator Jennifer McClellan. With the passing of my friend, Donald McEachin, the people of
#VA04
need a champion to continue his legacy.
I've served for 17 years in the General Assembly, passing landmark policies and delivering results.
Now, I'm running for Congress.
Rise and shine, Virginia! TODAY is Election Day!
Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. I humbly ask for your support.
#TeamBeyer
For information on voting today, visit
Good news. But to win, we need to canvass. If you live in Central Virginia, please sign up here to knock on doors for
@SpanbergerVA07
: . While you're at the doors, be sure to mention my buddy
@timkaine
.
New at
@CookPolitical
: Freedom Caucus Rep. Dave Brat (R)'s fate in November may rest with...Eric Cantor's old voters. Why the rapidly changing Richmond burbs & Abigail Spanberger (D) have moved
#VA07
from Lean R to Toss Up:
BREAKING: More than 200 national security veterans, many of whom served presidents of both parties, demand full answers to the release of
@SpanbergerVA07
's confidential security file.
Read the full letter here:
@natsecaction
Today’s the day, Virginia! It’s time to elect
@TerryMcAuliffe
,
@HalaAyala
, and
@MarkHerringVA
and build our majority in the House. Polls are open until 7PM.
To find your polling location, go to .
Thank you
@SpanbergerVA07
for calling attention, during your candidate debate, to my bill to pass Gun Violence Restraining Order laws. As you said, this bill could have prevented the mass shooting in Parkland.
As a former federal law enforcement officer Abigail "understands the responsibiliy of gun ownership."
Abigail is endorsed be the Virginia Police Benevolent Association because she believes we can work together to protect the 2nd Amendment and reduce gun violence,
#VA07Debate
A bill banning VA school board from suing families over unpaid school lunch debt heads to
@RalphNortham
's desk.
-
@pwcdanica
wrote the bill and says: "shaming a poor student/parent in front of a judge in a court of law for eating food at school is awful"
Virginia is poised to become the next state to expand Medicaid, giving healthcare coverage to 400,000 low-income Virginians.
Remember those Democratic victories in Virginia in November? Today is what it was all about.
This four-year-long nightmare is over.
@JoeBiden
won!!
With Joe’s leadership, we will restore American decency and fight for the fundamental rights of all people.
It was great to have
@timkaine
and NOVA labor leaders stop by Arlington this afternoon to help get out the vote for me,
@Matt4Arlington
, and Bethany Sutton! Please make sure you get out and vote tomorrow!
I am filled with joy because in January, for the first time in decades, Democrats in Virginia will control the state House, the state Senate, and the governorship. Congratulations
@vademocrats
!!!
You've come quite a long way from that 10 year-old boy campaigning for Dems at the polls and later my page in the Virginia Senate.
CONGRATULATIONS Mayor
@justindotnet
!
I just talked to
@A_Silberberg
a few minutes ago. She graciously provided congratulations on a hard-fought race. I am grateful for her tireless service to our City.
Tonight we won a great victory for our City’s future. Let’s get started.
We could fix gerrymandering and our unfair electoral system if Congress passed my bill. Every vote would matter. It calls for
- ranked choice voting to elect House members and
- larger districts of 3-5 representatives
Pres. Trump lied to the American people about coronavirus and how deadly it is. He didn't have a plan. Now, 200,000 Americans paid with their lives and nearly 30 million are unemployed. Trump needs to answer for those failures tonight.
Virus cases are continuing to rise in Virginia and across the country. Please stay home. When you must go out, please stay far from others and wear a mask to protect yourself and our community.
I just stopped by the Alexandria Elections Office to cast my vote and meet with folks at the farmers’ market. I hope you’ll get out and vote!
#TeamBeyer
A little rain couldnt stop us from fighting to elect the most diverse General Assembly in its 404-year history! We have so many great Black candidates running throughout VA, and it was a pleasure to support them last night. Thanks to
@JennMcClellanVA
and
@DonScott757
for joining!
Ben Carson wants to allow taxpayer funded shelters to discriminate against trans people. I stand with Rep.
@JenniferWexton
as we call for HUD to withdraw this ridiculous and biased proposal.
Congratulations to
@TerryMcAuliffe
,
@HalaAyala
, and
@MarkHerringVA
on being our statewide nominees!
This superb Democratic ticket will surely give the extreme GOP a run for its money this November. Go get em!
.
@DonBeyerVA
has continued to be a strong partner in strengthening civil protections for Virginians on the federal level. I'm grateful for his support and excited to continue our work improving the health, safety, and well-being of all Virginians.
Thank you
@JoeBiden
for explaining the timeline of Trump's reckless, dangerous incompetence on fighting the coronavirus. We need a selfless leader. We need Joe Biden.
Hearing from Abi, Arshi, Hannah, and Michael --
@WaukeeHS
students -- about gun violence prevention, public health, the Iowa caucuses,
@PeteButtigieg
, and other issues important to young people.
I had the pleasure of welcoming my candidate
@PeteButtigieg
to my district this weekend for a rally at Washington-Liberty HS. Please vote for him on Tuesday, March 3!
Hearing lots of Qs about how Arlington is advocating for more vaccine doses. This letter, in partnership w/ NoVA neighbors, captures the arguments we’ve been making for weeks.
@Matt4Arlington
has been a particular leader on this. We stand ready to get more shots in more arms.
It was great to attend the
@PPAVirginia
Holiday Party last night to support their organizing efforts across the Commonwealth. Abortion rights are on the ballot in 2023, and it is crucial that we send
@AaronRouseVaBch
to the Senate on January 10th and build on our Blue Wall.