All hope is not lost. "The Ground is Shifting, " but there is still much work to be done. I know you are tired, I am too. However, as Pete tell us, "We don't have much time to lose, so for God's sake, lets keep it up."

URGENT CALL TO ACTION!

Call your Rep. John McGuire (202-225-4711; 434-791-2596) and tell him what you think about federal agents, law enforcement, and possibly even military members on standby to deploy in Minneapolis to shut down civic protesters.

We can't afford to wait. ACT TODAY! No More blank checks for ICE. The Senate votes on Tuesday

Looking away, deciding that someone else will do something is allowing it to happen. There are many ways to do something but doing nothing is unacceptable.

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Let Hanover County BOS know that WE DON'T WANT ICE! Attend the public meeting to oppose the proposed ICE detention facility. Wed., Jan. 28 at 5:30pm (7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA)

Join us on TODAY - January 23, 5-6 PM at 312 Connor Drive (Target in Charlottesville) as we join communities nationwide to protest ICE’s brutal attacks on community members. mailchi.mp/indivisiblec...

Jan 22 marks the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, a ruling that recognized women’s bodily autonomy for nearly 50 years before being overturned in 2022. Today we take a moment to reflect and stand with those who have been affected. Tomorrow, we move forward with hope and purpose.

“Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.”
On MLK Day, we honor Dr. King by standing up for democracy, equality, and justice for all — and by continuing the work he began.

Heather Cox Richardson will be join the Red, Wine, & Blue team Jan. 20. Let’s start the new year talking about how we will continue to bring positive change and the power we have when we stand together. Register at: secure.ngpvan.com/GD-iAOfNH06r...

The good news is that VA Democrats are looking for ways to rein in ICE enforcement, the bad news is that, for now, their presence continues to terrify communities. Pleases report suspicious ICE activity and/or sign up to receive alerts at rvadefensa.com.

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VA Democrats got to work last week! Four new constitutional amendments will appear on ballots this year - reproductive rights, redistricting, same-sex marriage and the restoration of voting and civil rights for felons.

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Big day tomorrow, Virginia! Spanberger, Hashmi, and Jones will officially be sworn in, marking an exciting new chapter. And to top it all off, the Louisa Dems are hosting an Inaugural Gala.

Tickets can be purchased online at secure.actblue.com/donate/demsg... or at the door.

Join us in assembling to wage peace at home and
abroad with a candlelight vigil in the spirit of MLK.

Monday, 1/19 4-6pm, at Belvidere in front of the Virginia War Memorial. Bring a friend or 6, signs, warm clothing, a chair,
candles, lighters, flowers, hand warmers, soft
beverages, and snacks.

Buy your tickets and RSVP by January 13!
Amidst the turmoil, we have something to celebrate - Virginia's Future! Join us in celebrating the oath of office for Abigail Spanberger, Ghazala Hashmi, and Jay Jones.
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