For Women, For Virginia
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 30th, 2009
The transformation made by the Democratic Party of Virginia since 2000 has been nothing short of astounding. Eight years ago, Virginia was believed to be “too red” to be competitive and was not viewed as a key national player. This past Election Day, Barack Obama became the first Democrat in 44 years to carry the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 29th, 2009
“…with our ingenuity, creativity, and innovative spirit, there are no limits to what is possible in America. – Hillary Clinton, June 2008″
The above appears in the header of a new site, NoLimits.org. From an email announcing the launch:
NoLimits.org is a new community dedicated to speaking up, sharing ideas and solving problems in our communities, [...]
Posted in NoVA on Jan 29th, 2009
Farm Team-endorsed Fairfax County Board Of Supervisors Chair Candidate Sharon Bulova needs your help to get out the vote for this Tuesday’s election.
Below are volunteer opportunities for the special election coming up on Feb. 3rd. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Caroline Brooks at c.mck.brooks@gmail.com or by phone at 703-503-2009. This schedule covers the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 28th, 2009
At the statewide meeting in Richmond Monday, The Farm Team officially endorsed Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor. Below is a message from our endorsee.
Dear Farm Team Members,
Thank you for your endorsement! I’m so proud to have your support as I run to be the next Lt. Governor of the Commonwealth. It has been a pleasure [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 23rd, 2009
On a vote of 61-36, the U.S. Senate passed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. The bill had previously failed to make it out of the Senate.
The bill is named for Lilly Ledbetter, a former employee of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, who sued the company when she discovered after her 19-year career that she [...]
Posted in Richmond on Jan 23rd, 2009
Delores McQuinn was the first candidate endorsed by The Farm Team.
Delores McQuinn is an active, busy woman who is full of energy and enthusiasm for a life of community and public service. She wants to make a difference!
Posted in NoVA on Jan 19th, 2009
The following message was received from Delegate-elect Charniele Herring today.
Dear Farm Team:
Thank you for all of your support. I am proud that I am one of the first candidates that the Farm Team has supported. Because of your financial contribution and volunteer hours, as well as other supporters, I was declared the winner of the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 18th, 2009
The deadline for registering for the statewide meeting to be held on January 26 is Tuesday, January 20 Friday, January 23. Click here to RSVP on line.
Posted in NoVA on Jan 16th, 2009
The letter below was sent to Delegate-elect Charniele Herring’s constituents today.
January 16, 2009
Dear Friend,
As you may have heard, I won the January 13, 2009 special election for the 46th District. After a close race, followed by the vote canvass required by Virginia law, the State Board of Elections certified the final [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 16th, 2009
Minority leader Ward Arstrong has requested an advisory opinion from Attorney General Bob McDonnell regarding the seating of Charniele Herring, who was elected in the special election on Tuesday. The Republican majority in the House of Delegates has so far refused to seat Herring, citing, as this Washington Post story says, that they want to [...]
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