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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 4d

Joining @johnmcauliff.bsky.social today to get out the vote, knock on some doors, and flip Virginia's 30th House District.

John’s busting his ass and it’s time that we did the same.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 4d

💙 We’ve said it before — and we’ll say it again: 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀. During this shutdown, too many are missing paychecks or working without pay. Public service shouldn’t mean personal hardship. We see you, and we value you. We'll keep fighting for you.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 6d

🗞️ A must-read in the Blue Ridge Leader: “𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 — 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.”

“The stumbling indecision and bad decisions being made in service to MAGA won’t be in play during a Spanberger administration...”

blueridgeleader.com/spanberger-w...

Spanberger would save families money—provide more effective government - Blue Ridge Leader

By Michael Zuckerman While I admire and firmly support Abigail Spanberger’s forward leaning, detailed platform—to lower costs of healthcare, housing, and energy—it seems equally important that her can...

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 8d

We've got an incredible set of candidates for School Board! Learn more about them, and find out how you can support their campaigns! We really need your help handing out sample ballots at early voting and on Election Day! Signup link included in the write-up.
www.loudoundemocrats.org/blog/buildin...

Building a Brighter Future: Your Democratic School Board Candidates! — Loudoun Democrats

This November, the Algonkian and Sterling districts have the opportunity to re-elect two of Loudoun’s strongest voices for public education – April Chandler and Arben Istrefi , and the Broad Run an...

www.loudoundemocrats.org

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 10d

🎶 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝘼 𝙑𝙊𝙏𝙀𝙍 🎶

Early voting is LIVE in Loudoun. Skip the lines, grab your sticker, and star in your own story this election season. 🗳️

👉 Make your plan today: www.loudoun.gov/5392/Early-V...

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 12d

Who controls the presidency? 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀
Who controls the Senate? 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀
Who controls the House? 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻? 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗦

Republicans are responsible for shutting down the government to impose their radical and unpopular agenda.
www.npr.org/2025/09/30/n...

Trump administration uses taxpayer dollars to blame Democrats for government shutdown

Federal employees across the government reported seeing similar messages. Experts say the messages may violate ethics laws meant to keep partisan politics out of day-to-day governing.

www.npr.org

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 13d

Early voting is already underway in Leesburg, and begins at Dulles South on October 20. Learn more about our Democratic candidate for the Dulles School Board seat, and how you can help him win this seat!

Plus, there will be cookies.🍪😃

Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/loudouncount...

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Meet 'n' Greet with Jon Pepper (HYBRID) · Loudoun County Democratic Committee

We will be joined by Jon Pepper, candidate for Loudoun County School Board. Jon Pepper is a teacher, parent, and community member, and he is running to represent the Dulles District. Join us, meet h...

www.mobilize.us

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 13d

If you live in the Dulles District of Loudoun and haven't had the chance to meet Jon Pepper for School Board yet, here's your chance!

Join us on Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m. at the Gum Spring Library!

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 15d

You don’t want to miss this! Great opportunity to talk with John McAuliff, candidate for HD 30, and visit William’s Gap Vineyard too. 🍇
Sign up at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 15d

Supporting our own Representative Jennifer Wexton at the annual walk raising funds for CurePSP. Support this important cause: runsignup.com/Race/Donate/...

Kickoff speeches foe MK’s March raising funds for Cure PSP and Loudoun’s own Rep. Jennifer Wexton. 💙

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 16d

🌟 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗲𝗹. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱, 𝗛𝗗𝟮𝟴 🌟
@deldavidreid.bsky.social has delivered for Loudoun—lower costs, tuition relief, & protecting freedoms. Navy vet, 25 yrs in Loudoun, 50+ bipartisan bills signed into law. 🗳 Early voting now in Leesburg. Find your district: bit.ly/va-district-lookup

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 16d

🌊 Join us Thursday, Oct 30 for a 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲! 🎃 Not on Halloween this year, so mark your calendar. Special surprise planned!

👕 Wear campaign gear, or a costume
📍 Arrive by 4:30, roads close at 5
🚶 All supporters & families welcome

www.mobilize.us/loudouncount...

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 18d

🏡 John lives on the same farm his family worked generations ago, and runs a B&B in a home that’s been in his family since the 1800s. A Univ. of Richmond grad (go Spiders!), he’ll bring deep roots + fresh vision to Richmond.

🗳 Early voting is open! Find your district: bit.ly/va-district-lookup

Virginia Voter Information – Citizen Portal

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 18d

🌟 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗠𝗰𝗔𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗳 (𝗛𝗗 𝟯𝟬) 🌟
A 10th-generation Virginian, small business owner, and lifelong steward of our land, John is ready to fight for our future in Richmond.

✅ Regulate data centers & make them pay their fair share
✅ Preserve farmland & support farmers
✅ Protect reproductive rights

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 18d

🛡️ 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 🛡️

From reproductive rights to voting access & marriage equality, the stakes in 2025 couldn’t be higher. 📜 These amendments only move forward if we defend + expand our House majority.

Loudoun is key. Every seat matters.

➡️ Read more: www.loudoundemocrats.org/blog/freedom...

Text says "Constitutional amendments are on the line in Virginia" - reproductive freedom, restoration of voting rights, and marriage equality. Protect and build on our House majority.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 18d

🌟 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗲𝗹. 𝗝𝗝 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗵, 𝗛𝗗𝟮𝟲 🌟
Fighting for opportunity, safety & freedom — and delivering results.

✅ Cut $55M in college tuition
✅ Expanded gun safety access
✅ Protected houses of worship

🗳 Early voting open in Leesburg, more sites Oct 20. bit.ly/va-district-lookup

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 18d

📚🍎 Meet Jon Pepper, candidate for Dulles School Board!

✅ Priorities: support great teachers, expand STEM & career/tech, keep schools safe, build inclusive communities, and strengthen academics, arts & athletics.

👨‍👩‍👧 LCPS parent, 20+ yrs educator, proven leader.

Early voting is open in Leesburg!

Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 19d

We’re showing up for our own former Representative Jennifer Wexton, who continues to champion research & awareness even while battling PSP, a rare neurodegenerative disease.

👉 Sign up: runsignup.com/Race/VA/Arli...

👉 Donate: runsignup.com/Race/Donate/...

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4th Annual MK's March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk

4th Annual MK's March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk is on Sunday September 28, 2025. It includes the following events: 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Walk.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 19d

💙 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝘀 & 𝗪𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝘀!

Join us Sunday, Sept. 28 @ 8:30 a.m. at Bluemont Park for the 4th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K & Walk.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 19d

🗳️ Voting shapes our future — but LoCo also has one of the coolest “I Voted” stickers! It’s not the most important reason to vote, but it’s a pretty fun perk. Early voting is open in Leesburg, with more sites opening Oct. 20. Cast your ballot & show off that sticker!

loudoun.gov/voteearly

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 19d

🌟 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗶 – 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 🌟
✅ Boost achievement & equity
✅ Expand programs in E. Loudoun
✅ Support & retain teachers
Wins: after-school pilot; IB at Park View; more Title I staff; raised teacher pay.
Early voting open — find your district: bit.ly/va-district-lookup

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 20d

🌟 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 🌟
LCPS alum, parent, & civil rights attorney. Fighting for:
✅ Strong schools
✅ Safe & supportive classrooms
✅ Career pathways for every student

🗳 Early voting is open! Find your district: bit.ly/va-district-lookup
Support Ross 👉 linktr.ee/precinctops 💙

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 23d

📚 School Board ballots don’t show party labels — but voters do have a study guide: our Democratic sample ballot.

Just 2️⃣ hours handing them out can make a huge impact. Help Loudoun ace these elections!

👉 Sign up: linktr.ee/precinctops

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 25d

🌟 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗿 (𝗛𝗗-𝟮𝟳) 🌟

Atoosa Reaser has spent 25+ years building deep roots in Loudoun. She’s a proven advocate for families, and has delivered on gun safety, childcare, and lowering drug prices — and she’s ready to keep fighting for our community.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee @loudoundemocrats.org · 27d

🌟 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗿, 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲-𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱!
✅ Proven leadership
✅ Strong advocate for safe, welcoming schools
✅ Proud LCPS parent & longtime community volunteer

💙 Algonkian deserves a rep who delivers results — that’s April.
🗳 Early voting starts 9/19 in Leesburg.

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