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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · 4d

Total shocker 😱 to receive a Humanitarian Award tonight 🏆💙.
Truly didn’t see it coming 🙏
Grateful beyond words — this one’s for the people ✨
#StayFocused 💫 #Gratitude #HumanitarianAward

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · 12d

Join us on Oct 13 for an Indigenous Peoples’ Day event. Support Adele McClure & Moe Bryant—two leaders in key races! 💙 RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/adele...

Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · 13d

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · 22d

Proud to stand with George Mason University and President Gregory Washington 🙌💚💛

Leadership. Integrity. Progress.

Building a brighter future for all — inclusive, innovative, and unstoppable! 🚀📚

#StandWithMason #PatriotPride #HigherEdLeadership #MasonNation 💪🎓

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Arlington County Board @arlcountyboard.bsky.social · 22d

This weekend, the Board joined neighbors to celebrate Green Valley Day, honoring one of Arlington’s oldest communities. Chair Takis Karantonis read a proclamation recognizing 181 years of history, resilience, and unity as residents gathered for food, music, and community.

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Sep 11

🇺🇸 Proud to stand with my colleagues on the Arlington County Board, and our dedicated First Responders as we paused to reflect on September 11th.

We honor the lives lost, the bravery of those who answered the call, and the strength that continues to define our nation.

We will never forget. 🕊️💙

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Sep 11

Looking forward to this event. Freedom Fund Banquet keynote speaker! - mailchi.mp/arlingtonnaa...

Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Aug 31

🌟 Yesterday’s Canvass Launch on N. Arlington to elect our full slate of Democratic candidates in November was a tremendous success! 💪🚪📋
Thank you to everyone who showed up and showed out! 🙌💙
Now the real work begins — Let’s Go Win! 🗳️🔥 #CanvassToVictory

Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Aug 25

www.insidehighered.com/news/quick-t...

GMU President Refuses to Apologize, Rejects OCR Findings

George Mason University president Gregory Washington has rejected demands by the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights that he apologize for alleged discriminatory hiring practices, questi...

www.insidehighered.com

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Aug 9

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Arlington County Board @arlcountyboard.bsky.social · Aug 5

Hawaii Senators Stanley Chang and Troy Hashimoto led a delegation to Arlington for a roundtable with Board Members Julius D. “JD” Spain, Sr. and Maureen Coffey on transit-oriented development. A strong conversation on smart growth, housing, and regional planning.

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Jul 30

🎉 Join us for a special fundraiser in support of Brady PAC!
We’re coming together to raise critical funds to help end gun violence and support leaders who are ready to take action!

RSVP here or donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/july3...
#BradyPAC #FundraiserForChange #EndGunViolence

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Jul 26

JULY 26, 2025 Message
View here: eepurl.com/jj2sSk

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Jul 7

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of people with disabilities. It also marks the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, a law that helped secure civil rights and accessibility for millions of Americans.

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Jul 4

My Quarterly Newsletter
👇👇👇👇👇

mailchi.mp/jdforarlingt...

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Patrick Hope @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social · Jun 14

I’m honored to earn the endorsement of three members of the Arlington County Board. Their support means so much as we work to deliver real results for our community. Thank you to @Jdspainsr.bsky.social @TakisKarantonis.bsky.social and Matt de Ferranti for your support.

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Jul 1

@ffxnow.bsky.social
N.Va. leaders: Messaging will determine political success or failure in November
By Scott McCaffrey
Published June 30, 2025 at 3:45PM

www.ffxnow.com/2025/06/30/n...

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · May 26

Today, a grateful nation remembers and honors brave servicemembers who paid the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms.

#MemorialDay #WeAreOneArlington

Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · May 23

An exciting opportunity to shape public policy and support the County Board’s work in Arlington County Government. This new position is housed in the County Board Office and offers a chance to work at the heart of local governance.
Note: I am not the hiring manager.

Apply here: bit.ly/3FqELFl

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · May 19

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · May 11

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms and guardians! Your strength, love, and impact inspire us every day—at home, at work, and in our communities. Thank you for everything! #MothersDay

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · May 3

On Monday, April 28, 2025, I joined the Inside Scoop live broadcast for a wide-ranging, 58-minute interview.

We discussed my first 100 days on the Arlington County Board, as well as the critical challenges and opportunities facing our community.

YouTube:
youtu.be/Hn4vLFAcx7U?...

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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Apr 30

Join Us on May 1st.
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Julius D. "JD" Spain, Sr. @jdspainsr.bsky.social · Apr 27

What a Saturday!

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Jamie Abrams @jrabrams.bsky.social · Apr 23

One small thing we can all do is schedule time to thank our elected leaders who *are* out there fighting every day. I met with my County Board leaders today to say thank you and to chat about the future. I left energized and inspired thanks to @jdspainsr.bsky.social and @takiskarantonis.bsky.social

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