b.g.

in the water

[b.g. @bengreenva]

Hampton Roads deserves better

[Acyn @Acyn]

Reporter: Has the war had an impact on your campaign at this point?

Staffer: We’re not going to talk about that.

Reporter: Mr. Secretary, do you believe that five deaths, potentially six, from measles in the state of Pennsylvania—

Staffer: We’re also not going to talk about measles.

Reporter: He’s the highest ranking health official in the country. He can answer that question. He’s a Cabinet secretary.

RFK JR: The measles outbreak is occurring because so many people went unvaccinated during the COVID pandemic. And this is something that Anthony Fauci, in fact, predicted

[b.g. @bengreenva]

@ChazNuttycombe VB already has 10 Single-member districts, drawn by a special master after a lawsuit in 2021. The referendum was a measure to solidify that system into their charter. Youngkin vetoed charter change 2 years in a row.

[Aaron Rouse @AaronRouseVA]

This is a great day for Virginia Beach. I thank the voters for making their voices heard and taking a meaningful step toward a truly representative local government that gives every community a stronger voice.

For too long, the previous at large system diluted representation. The 10-1 voting system, with ten single member districts and one at-large mayor, is not a cure all, but it offers greater fairness and accountability.

The power of our voting system always lies with the people, and this decision reflects the will of residents who stood up and demanded a government that represents them.

As Chair of the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee, I look forward to carrying legislation to change the Virginia Beach City Charter to fully adopt the 10-1 voting system.

I commend the voters, community advocates and local leaders who made this possible and remain committed to implementing a system that expands access, strengthens trust, and builds a city that works for everyone.

[Mark Warner @MarkWarner]

Great morning in Virginia Beach touring the new Dome — what a phenomenal venue to add to Virginia Beach’s incredible collection of attractions! Thrilled to see this project continue Hampton Roads’ legacy of musical excellence.

[Mark Warner @MarkWarner]

We need to build more homes.

Rents and mortgages are too expensive because we have a steep supply issue. I want to pass legislation that makes it easier to build more homes and drive down costs for all.

[@tiffanydcross @TiffanyDCross]

The House just PASSED H.R. 51, Washington, D.C. Admission Act. The vote total was 216-208. #DCStatehood

[Stacey Abrams @staceyabrams]

Disappointed @MLB will move the All-Star Game, but proud of their stance on voting rights. GA GOP traded economic opportunity for suppression. On behalf of PoC targeted by #SB202 to lose votes + now wages, I urge events & productions to come & speak out or stay & fight. #gapol

[Jemele Hill @jemelehill]

Whole lotta why didn’t he comply in the comments. 1) He did. He answered their questions 2) You’re not required to talk to the police or give them your information 3) the 👮‍♀️ are so used to having unchecked authority that when you don’t kiss their ass, it feels like resistance.

[Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC]

Thank you @BetoORourke for helping organize thousands of wellness check-in calls! 📞

[Joshua Gale @joshuagale75]

Am I the only one seeing the irony in AOC and Beto doing more this week to help Texans in need than Ted Cruz, Greg Abbott, and John Cornyn combined?

[E. Jean Carroll @ejeancarroll]

Hold my beer.

[b.g. @bengreenva]

My palms have been itching all morning. 🤗😎💰 A bag is on the way for sure.

[Sam Rasoul 🍉 @Sam_Rasoul]

Moving local elections from May to November ensures more voices are heard in the election process. I have heard all of the concerns, but this is the right policy decision for Virginia.

We need to continue to advance ideas that encourage more voter empowerment.

[George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway3d]

Thank you, @jack.

[Jemele Hill @jemelehill]

Just a reminder that this all started because a black man won the presidency.

[Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC]

Thank an organizer.

[Abby D. Phillip @abbydphillip]

The great irony of this situation will be if all these bizarre efforts to undermine the electoral college and overturn the results of the election leads to the end of the electoral college which, likely, would benefit Democrats!

[Jaime Harrison @harrisonjaime]

In 4 years:
* Lost the White House
* Lost the Senate
* Lost the House

And today, 13 Republicans in the US Senate and 140 in the House will attempt to thwart our Democracy.

Lindsey, you were right.

[Ilhan Omar @IlhanMN]

You get what you organize for. The brilliant @staceyabrams knew that and we are all grateful for it.

[Clayton Tucker @ClaytonTuckerTX]

First, Georgia.

Next, Texas.