Joel Griffin
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To run was to serve. Thank you Senate District 27.
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I am proud to be a
@MomsDemand
2023 Gun Sense Candidate. I am committed to fighting for common sense gun reform and partnering with you to end the gun violence on our streets once and for all.
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Just so we're clear, I'm a Marine veteran and a responsible gun owner. I support the 2nd amendment. The reason the NRA gave me an F rating is because I believe we should pass at least the bare minimum reforms to stop kids from being killed in classrooms, and they do not.
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Because my parents couldn't afford childcare, growing up I spent many evenings at the library. I know how critical libraries and books are for the future leaders of Virginia. Unlike
@TaraDurantVA
, as State Senator I will not stand by as extremists defund libraries and ban books.
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My opponent,
@TaraDurantVA
, supports letting Virginia ban abortions and voted for a bill that would put doctors in jail for performing abortions.
Tara is not your typical Republican. She is too extreme for Virginia.
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My name is Joel Griffin. I'm a Marine, small business owner, and dad. I'm running for State Senate because I've fought to protect our rights before, and I'm not stopping now. I will not let Tara Durant take our rights away. Check out my new ad below.
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I wholeheartedly endorse Abigail Spanberger for Governor of Virginia—a dear friend and brilliant leader committed to positive change and progress.
I'm officially running to become the next Governor of Virginia.
I'm a former CIA case officer, former federal agent, current Member of Congress, and mom to three great kids.
I know that when we rise above the chaos and division, we can focus on what matters most to Virginians.
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I'm visiting polling places throughout Stafford County this morning, and so many people have told me they are enthusiastically voting to protect our rights. I've had conversations about our public schools, reproductive rights, and more. Join us and cast your ballot by 7pm!
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Thank you to everyone who supported my campaign. It was an honor to run, and the results in Senate District 27 don’t change my commitment to our community. I’ve served this district for over a decade, and I will continue to fight for us. Thank you again for your support!
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I am proud to announce that in the last reporting period, I raised more than 16x the number of individual contributions as my opponent. While Tara is relying on PACs and corporations to prop up her campaign, I'm running a grassroots campaign powered by Virginia families. /1
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Yesterday, I had the incredible privilege of standing beside our vibrant LBGTQ+ community as a guest bartender for an unforgettable event: FXBG Pride. Together, we celebrated unity and diversity while supporting a remarkable cause that uplifts and empowers all voices. 🌈
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From pain we find purpose. I’m running for State Senate to protect voting rights, defend abortion rights, and stop MAGA Republican attacks on our schools.
Check out my first Advertisement below.
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I carried an assault rifle as a Marine, and I'm currently a responsible gun owner. I know that we can pass common sense reforms—like expanding background checks and banning ghost guns—without infringing on our rights. I’m proud to be supported by
@GIFFORDS_org
and
@GabbyGiffords
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Thank you
@SpanbergerVA07
for joining
@JoshuaCole
and I in Stafford County yesterday to launch a get out the vote canvass! We had a great group of enthusiastic volunteers ready to turn SD27 blue on November 7th. On to victory!
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Election Day is in just over a week, but you don’t have to wait until November 7th to vote. Early voting is open this Saturday and next Saturday. I ask for your support, and as State Senator I will fight to protect your rights.
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In case you missed it, this week 23 more books were banned from Spotsy libraries including books about slavery. To this day, my opponent
@TaraDurantVA
has refused to condemn the book bans. We must elect leaders who will let our kids read and learn.
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Thank you
@HarrisonJaime
for joining me,
@JoshuaCole
, and our Democratic slate for a canvass launch in Fredericksburg! A little rain can’t stop our enthusiastic canvassers. Only 24 days left and Fredericksburg is ready to elect Democrats up and down the ticket!
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Knocking doors in Stafford today, where voters are telling me I’m the first candidate to ever come to their house. Vote early Virginia, and let’s turn District 27 blue up and down the ticket!
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I'm proud to be endorsed by the Washington Post's Editorial Board
@PostOpinions
. I'm a Marine, small-business owner, and community advocate. I'll fight to protect abortion rights, defend our public schools, and continue our region's economic growth. I ask for your vote.
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VA Republicans are being dishonest about their plans to ban abortions. My opponent, Tara Durant, pledged to a group that endorsed her that she'd "vote 100% pro-life.” We can not let Tara and her allies let Virginia ban abortions with no exceptions.
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Today's headline in the Free Lance-Star: the Spotsy school board banned 23 more books, many about slavery. Book bans are wrong & anti-American.
@TaraDurantVA
, why did you vote for a bill making it easier to ban books? We won’t stand idly by as your allies threaten to burn books.
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Even though we’re up in the polls, I won’t stop knocking doors and meeting neighbors until polls close on November 7. I will continue being an active member of our community as Senator- unlike my opponent, who only comes out when the Governor is in town.
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Thank you
@SpanbergerVA07
for joining the candidates and Stafford Democrats at the polls this morning! I appreciate all the hard work the Congresswoman is doing to turn SD27 blue! The Dems are fired up and ready to win next Tuesday. Let’s do this!
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I'm proud to announce that as of our most recent polling, I am leading the race for District 27 by a 3-point margin. Voters know that I will fight to protect rights, while my opponent would strip them away. I humbly ask for your vote between now and November 7th.
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.
@TaraDurantVA
, here is a response to your response. The facts are: you have praised the Dobbs decision—a ruling that led to a 10 year old rape victim being forced to carry to term. Just this year, you claimed that you were 100% pro-life. Own your extremism, Tara.
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.
@TaraDurantVA
, you were unhappy to have your stance on banning abortions made public. So here's an updated version—we now know from your primary opponent that behind closed doors, you argued that life begins at conception with no exceptions.
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Proud to announce my endorsement by
@votevets
this morning. I look forward to partnering with this incredible organization to win VA-27.
#VoteVetsEL
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After serving my community last year by running for Senate, I am pleased to be back helping foster economic growth in Fredericksburg. I look forward to continuing to be a positive force for change in our community.
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I am so proud to be the Democratic nominee for Senate District 27. Thank you to all those who voted for me, all the volunteers and staff who have been hitting the doors 7 days a week, and my friends and family for your support. I appreciate you- together, we will win in November!
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ICYMI, here's a thread on the SD27 debate last night. My opponent has praised the Dobbs decision and then—while states were stripping away healthcare rights—called herself 100% pro-life. I'll protect the right to choose, defend public schools, & maintain our strong economy.
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My opponent has raised nearly a million dollars, but what she won't tell you is that less than 20% of those donations have come from Virginians. Tara has almost no grassroots support, and it's not a surprise: she wants to let Virginia ban abortions. VA will reject her extremism.
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Out knocking doors in Spotsy today and talking to voters who are concerned about the book bans. As Senator I will fight to fully fund our schools and libraries.
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Fun fact: 9/6 is National Read a Book Day! Today I stopped by Riverby Books to check out their section on books banned in Spotsylvania public schools. We must fund our libraries and stop the book bans, so that every kid in Virginia has the same opportunity to read and learn.
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To run is a service within itself.
@BenLitchfieldVA
inspired so many in our community with his people first movement and many, myself included, watched in awe.
Unlike the Republicans, we're now united towards November and we'll be victorious up and down the ticket.
The stakes in this election are too high for anyone to sit on the sidelines.
@joelgriffinva
has my full support. Join me in electing Joel as our next State Senator!
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Tara Durant is a liar. Just take her position on banning abortions: in debates and interviews she’ll say she’s a moderate, but behind closed doors she tells supporters she’s “fighting to get as much as we can.” We must reject her extremism. Vote to protect your rights.
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It's unacceptable that students in Spotsylvania are being forced into online school due to teacher shortages. It's also unacceptable that our school funding is $1,900 less per student than the national average. We must fully fund our schools & give teachers a well-deserved raise.
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I'm no longer running against one Republican—I'm running against two. Matt Strickland is an insurrectionist, full stop. Then there's Tara Durant, who could be the deciding vote to ban abortions in Virginia. Voters in our district will reject both MAGA extremists on November 7th.
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SD27 will be the deciding vote on whether or not abortion is banned in VA. I was glad to discuss the issues with ABC7. It's unfortunate but not surprising that
@TaraDurantVA
refused to answer questions—she has already been exposed as a habitual liar.
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Happy Election Day Virginia! Poll are open from now until 7pm tonight. There's too much at stake to sit this one out. Please come out and cast your ballot, and I hope to see you at the polls!
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If you want abortion rights protected, vote early. If you want to see our public schools and libraries supported, vote early. If you want our local economy to continue growing, vote early. Early voting begins tomorrow, September 22. I'll see you at the polls!
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It doesn't matter which anti-choice candidate the far right extremists run against me (
@leepetersforva
according to today's junk mail piece). I look forward to defeating all of the MAGA candidates who would let Virginia ban abortions. I'll protect the right to choose in Virginia.
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Spent the morning at the Spotsylvania early vote site, where voters have told me and Jennifer that they’re voting to fund our public schools and end book bans. Thank you to everyone who has cast your ballot! Polls are open until 5pm- I hope to see you here!
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There is only one grassroots candidate in District 27. Not only did I outraise Tara Durant 2 to 1 last month—I also received 815 small donations while Tara got 23 and the other candidate got 3. I will fight to represent our whole district, not just wealthy corporations and PACs.
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Thank you
@timkaine
for joining us in Stafford County today for our door knock! Our volunteers have been going out every day to knock on doors and get out the vote, and I couldn't be more grateful. All the momentum is on our side—only three more days until we turn SD27 blue!
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Jennifer and I cast our ballots at Rodney E Thompson Middle School this morning in Stafford County! Exercise your right to vote and cast your ballot before 7pm today!
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As I often say, our democracy hinges on an informed citizenry. Learning that a political operative is knowingly spreading misinformation at our polling places is disheartening, and must have consequences.
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This morning I joined
@unitehere
in Stafford County to launch their first door knock in the last week before e-day! I am humbled by how many volunteers are showing up to help turn SD27 blue and protect our rights. Thank you for your hard work, and let's win this together!
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After months of advocating behind closed doors and stating that she's "100% pro-life" and a "champion of the unborn", my opponent has clearly read the polls and is trying to moderate her position on banning abortions. Don't be fooled: a ban is a ban.
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My opponent
@TaraDurantVA
is now publicly saying she won't support the most extreme abortion restrictions, but behind closed doors she has been pledging to restrict abortion at the time of conception with no exceptions.
@TaraDurantVA
@joelgriffinva
Well well well, isn’t this the pot calling the kettle black.
It’s ok for you to lie in attack ads, but not Democrats? 🤔
As much as it pains me to defend
@joelgriffinva
, those ads aren’t lies.
I’ve personally heard you tell pro-life groups, “life begins at conception, no
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Thank you to the organizers of Team Griffin who have put in the work knocking doors every single day. We're out there talking to voters all the way up until 7pm on Election Day. Please vote tomorrow, and I'll see you at the polls!
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My debate with Tara Durant is this Wednesday. We deserve answers on why she voted to put doctors who perform abortions in jail, and why she voted to make it easier to ban books from schools and libraries. Please join us:
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As a Marine and responsible gun owner I'm fighting to make our community and our kids safer. Unfortunately, my opponent has made it easier for domestic abusers and the mentally ill to access guns. I look forward to working with
@Everytown
and other orgs to end gun violence.
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Last week Spotsy banned 23 books from school libraries including books about slavery. Last year, my opponent introduced a bill making it easier to ban books. Whether it comes to book bans or abortion bans, my opponent's extremism is out of touch with SD27.
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Great to be out at the Spotsy polling location this morning talking to voters about my vision for District 27! With all the news of election disinformation in Spotsy, the best way to combat MAGA extremism is through grassroots organizing.
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Incredible turnout for our Democratic office opening and canvass launch in Fredericksburg today! Thank you
@SpanbergerVA07
for firing us up to knock on doors, and thank you to all of the volunteers who joined us!
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Tara Durant and her allies say I’m lying about her desire to ban abortions. But don’t take it from me. Just look at Tara Durant’s own words, and her pledges to the anti-choice groups that support her.
@TaraDurantVA
is an extremist who would let Virginia ban abortions.
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Happy Halloween! Tonight
@JoshuaCole
and I are in Mayfield for their Trunk or Treat. Come say hi!
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It’s clear that my opponent and her allies are terrified that I’m going to win this race. They can’t defend Tara Durant’s position on allowing Virginia to ban abortions. Instead, they’re attacking me because they know on November 7th, voters will reject Tara Durant’s extremism.
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Tomorrow is the last day of early voting, and I’ll be visiting all three early vote sites in SD27. I hope to see you there! Too much is at stake to sit this election out- from abortion rights to our public school funding. Please vote!
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Tara knows that voters this fall will reject her extreme positions on banning abortions and defunding libraries. That’s why she’s lashing out with false and misleading attacks against me. Early voting has started- please vote!
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For Veterans Day I participated in the Stafford Armed Services Memorial to recognize my family members who served. And last night I I had the privilege to attend Celebrate Virginia's celebration of veterans. I will always support the veterans in our community.
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Yesterday, I met constituents at the doors and heard their concerns about women's equality. Many are worried that under GOP control, Virginia will go the way of many other southern states and ban abortion. This vote matters - VA is the last bastion of freedom in the south.
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Proud to be endorsed by the junior Senator from the Commonwealth of Virginia,
@TimKaine
. Senator Kaine has been an excellent leader for us during his time in the Senate, and I look forward to emulating his leadership as the next State Senator for District 27.
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Grateful for the opportunity to bring together local leaders, esteemed representatives, and passionate Democrats to strengthen our bond and rally behind
@SpanbergerForVA
, our candidate for governor! Hosting this event was an honor - let's work together to bring positive change!
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Had a blast at Fredericksburg Democrats Committee's holiday party! It was heartwarming to witness so many familiar faces relishing the fruits of their labor. Thrilled to continue collaborating with these incredible individuals!
@FXBGDems
@JoshuaCole
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Unlike my opponent in District 27, I know that the right to choose should be left up to women and their doctors—not politicians in Richmond. I ask for your support in this critical race.
One of the interesting things that jumped out in looking at Virginia GOP State Senate and HoD candidates' positions on abortion is how many in "blue" or "purple" districts don't say a word about it (e.g., are trying to hide their anti-choice positions)
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Great to join the
@FXBGDems
,
@SpotsyVADems
, and
@stafford_dems
for the 4th of July today! Let's celebrate the remarkable journey of our nation, its unwavering spirit, and the countless sacrifices that paved the way for our freedom.
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My opponent is desperate to change the topic away from her position on letting Virginia ban abortions. That’s why she’s running false and misleading ads about me. Voters are sick of the lies and fear-mongering. Let’s elect a common sense leader on November 7th.
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It’s been a long and rainy weekend for canvassing, but I’m not stopping until polls close on November 7th. I will fight to protect abortion rights, stop book bans and fully fund our public schools, and maintain an economy that works for everyone. Only 23 days left, go vote!
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Yesterday, I wore orange and joined the call to end gun violence across our country. As your next Senator I'm committed to fighting for common sense gun reform such as banning ghost guns and expanding background checks. I'm proud to be a Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate.
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This Saturday,
@SpanbergerVA07
will be joining me and
@joshuacole
to open our new Fredericksburg Democratic office! We'll be talking about the route to victory in November, then we'll be hitting the pavement and talking to voters about our campaigns. Will you join us Saturday?
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There's no question that my opponent Tara Durant is an extremist. Don't believe me? Just look at who she's campaigning alongside this morning: January 6th organizers and conspiracy theorists Doug Mastriano and Steve Bannon. We must reject far-right extremism in Virginia.
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What an amazing meet and greet last night in Fredericksburg! Thank you
@SpanbergerVA07
and Senator Locke for joining in my support. I'm in the community every day spreading my message of protecting abortion rights, defending schools, and maintaining a strong economy.
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We are one week out from election day, and we are hard at work getting out the vote. I'm encouraged by how many voters have told me they plan to vote early this week to protect abortion rights and defend our public schools. One more week until SD27 turns blue!
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Thank you
@MarkWarnerVA
for stopping by our meet and greet in Fredericksburg tonight in support of
@joshuacole
and I! The nation is watching Virginia this November—we must elect Democrats and protect the right to choose in Virginia.
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Great day to be out knocking doors in Ferry Farm! I talked to a number of voters who said they are independent but voting Democrat this year. Thanks for your support!
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I'm honored to be endorsed by my friend and the next Delegate for HD-65,
@JoshuaCole
. "...when voters go to the polls on June 20th, they should cast their ballot for Democrat Joel Griffin. He’s my choice and the only candidate in this primary who can win in November..." (1/2)
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Campaign season doesn’t stop just for some 90+ degree heat! Thanks to everyone who talked to me at the doors- so great to meet so many supporters in Hampton Oaks!
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While the Republicans are still in disarray after their primary elections, the Democrats are united in our fight to protect the right to choose. I'm proud to lead the Democratic ticket in District 27, and I'm focused on helping elect Dems up and down the ballot. (1/3)
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I am so proud to be endorsed by
@PPAVirginia
! Enshrining the right to choose in the VA constitution is my top priority. As a Marine, I will not stand by as rights are stripped away from half our population. I'm proud to stand with Planned Parenthood in this fight.
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Glad to join the Alexandria Democrats tonight for their Dining for Delegates event in support of me and my friend
@JoshuaCole
! Together we will turn SD27 and HD65 blue, and I look forward to working with Josh next year to protect abortion rights and support our public schools.
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Great to be at First Mount Zion Baptist Church today on the last Sunday before the election! So many people fought for the right to vote, and we must exercise that right on Tuesday.
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I am proud to have served my country as a Marine, and I'm proud to continue my service and fight for our freedoms as the next State Senator for District 27. Thank you to the Democratic Veterans and Military Families Caucus for your endorsement!
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Thank you to all of the candidates, activists, and party leaders who attended our Democratic Unity Rally in Fredericksburg last night! While the Republicans are still fighting about the primary and whispering about write-in campaigns, we are a unified front in District 27. (1/2)
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Only 24 days until early voting, so I’m out every day knocking doors and talking to voters! Please visit my website to get involved!
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Glad to stop by the early vote site in Stafford County this morning! It was great to meet enthusiastic voters casting ballots to protect reproductive rights and defend our public schools. Make sure to vote between now and November 7th!
@stafford_dems
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I'm in Spotsy today knocking on doors and having great conversations. Voters here have enthusiastically told me they want to end book bans and get politicians out of our classrooms. I need your help spreading the word. Will you sign up to knock with me?
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I’m out here in Spotsylvania County knocking doors and putting in the work, but I need your help defeating extremism in District 27. Tonight at midnight is our fundraising deadline. Will you pitch in today to help me win?
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Election Day is tomorrow, and the difference in candidates couldn’t be more clear. I’m a Marine, I’ll fight for our rights while my opponent and her extremist allies would take them away. I humbly ask for your support.
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I'm proud to be endorsed by Former Attorney General
@EricHolder
and
@DemRedistrict
. It is critical that we stand up for voting rights and fair elections, as some politicians in Richmond try to take us backwards. As State Senator, I will always fight to defend our democracy.
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Great to meet with fellow candidates last night to discuss regional initiatives, economic growth, and the need to improve our public schools. Thanks for a great conversation
@JoshuaCole
,
@Lacey4delegate
,
@CandiMundonKing
, and
@JeremyMcPike
!
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Thank you to all the volunteers who came out this morning for a massive Team Joel and Josh canvass launch! SD27 is fired up to elect Democrats up and down the ballot. Let's hit these doors and talk to voters!
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Virginia! Early voting has begun—you can visit your local registrar's office today until 4:30pm to cast your ballot. There are two MAGA Republicans in my race who want to ban abortions and defund our libraries. I need your help to reject their extremism. Please vote early!
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I am proud to be endorsed by
@RoeYourVoteVA
! Make no mistake: reproductive rights are on the line in Virginia. If the Republicans take the Senate, their first agenda item will be a full ban on abortion rights. I am proud to stand with Roe Your Vote to defend the right to choose.
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Thank you to the Spotsy NAACP for having me last night! This election is critical to protecting our rights, so I'm out talking to voters every single day between now and November 7th. Let's win this!
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I've heard that Tara Durant's allies are sending junk mail comparing her and I on these three issues. Unfortunately their mail piece had some errors, namely in misrepresenting her support for banning abortions. Here's the correct version if you'd like to use it,
@TaraDurantVA
.
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It’s a beautiful day to knock doors! Thanks to all of the volunteers canvassing today for our Democratic ticket in HD-64, and thanks
@BenLitchfieldVA
and
@guzman4virginia
for kicking us off!
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Great to be at the Stafford Democrats picnic to celebrate workers and get out the vote this Labor Day! Thank you
@LevarStoney
and
@JeremyMcPike
for joining in support of me,
@joshuacole
, and
@Lacey4delegate
! Now let’s get out there and knock some doors!
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Making my way across SD27 talking to voters, with stops in Stafford County and at UMW in Fredericksburg! I'm encouraged by all of the young voters who are showing up to make their voices heard. Under 6 hours left until polls close - please vote!
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We are only ONE MONTH away from the start of early voting in Virginia! I am running against Tara Durant, who could be the deciding vote to ban abortion in VA. I need your support. Please join us to knock doors, or make a contribution to my campaign today!
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