Senator Lamont Bagby Elected as Chair of the Democratic Party of Virginia On Saturday, March 22nd, the Democratic Party of Virginia Central Committee elected Senator Lamont Bagby as their Chairman. Bagby currently represents the 9th Senate District, elected in 2023. He previously served as a Delegate, representing the 74th House District, from 2015 to 2023. He has also been Chair…
Fairfax County Democratic Committee Chair Aaron Yohai released the following statement: “The Fairfax County Democratic Committee mourns the death of former President Jimmy Carter. With his passing, the world has lost an icon of peace and justice, and a great man. “President Carter dedicated his life to public service, first as a naval officer and then as a governor, as…
This is a two part series on three trail blazers who are proven leaders in the community.When you think of trailblazers, three names emerge:Vice President Kamala Harris and candidate for President of the United States, Angela Alsobrooks, County Executive in Prince George’s County and candidate for the Senate in Maryland and Jolene Ivey, Chair of the Prince George’s County Council…
Our third trailblazer is Chair Jolene Ivey. Council Member Ivey is Chair of the Prince George’sCounty Council. At a committee hearing on October 29th , she commented that she was a caregiver to her father and understands the struggle of caring for aging parents. The discussionproviding relief for caregivers refers to initiatives aimed at providing tangible benefits orsupport for individuals…
We are less than a week away from the election. If you have not voted, you still have time to early vote. Here are the locations: Fairfax County Government Center 12000 Government Center Pkwy, Room 251, Fairfax, 22035 Open Google MapsView Wait Times September 20 – November 2 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Saturday ( Nov. 2): 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mt. Vernon Governmental Center 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, 22306 Open Google MapsView…
A message from Jolene Ivey Friends, Early voting in Maryland has begun and runs through October 31st. I urge everyone to make their voices heard by voting in this election.Early poll locations will open from 7 am until 8 pm at the following locations: Upper Marlboro Community Center 5400 Marlboro Race Track Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 College Park Community…
National Spotlight: Interview with Rep. Abigail Spanberger By Russell Brooks The Blue View presents Rep. Abigail Spanberger, who represents Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, in its National Spotlight feature this month. Rep. Spanberger announced last November that she is running to be Virginia’s next Governor. Rep. Spanberger grew up in Virginia. She earned her B.A. at the University of Virginia and…
National Spotlight: Interview with Rep. Don Beyer conducted by Russell Brooks from the staff of The Blue View (This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity)Congressman Beyer, thank you for sitting down for this interview for the BlueView. Let’s begin with this question, what motivated you to get into public service?Beyer – “I think I was born into it.…
Michelle Leete, President of the NAACP passed away on January 3rd, 2024. Ricardy Anderson introduced a resolution on Thursday, January 25th which passed overwhelmingly by the School board. The resolution honors and celebrates the life of Michelle. PROCLAMATION HONORING MICHELLE LEETE WHEREAS, Michelle Leete dedicated her life to the pursuit of a more just and equitable society, tirelessly working to…
Student Leads Move to Change Name of Van Dorn Metro Station By Russell Brooks Why are heroes of the “Lost Cause” still being honored in northern Virginia? Specifically, why should the Van Dorn Metro Station implicitly celebrate General Earl Van Dorn of the Confederate States of America? That question is being asked by Springfield resident and Spelman College sophomore, Taylor…
How You can Help Defeat the Right-Wing Agenda To Destroy Public Education By the FCDC National Affairs Committee You’ve probably heard of Moms for Liberty and other such groups. What you may not have heard is that these groups are just fronts bankrolled by right-wing dark money. Who funds them and why was the focus of the FCDC National Affairs…
Historically, black and brown and other underserved communities across the Nation have faced environmental injustices, bearing the brunt of toxic pollution; enduring underinvestment in infrastructure and critical services; and suffering disproportionate impacts from climate change. The journey toward environmental justice requires continued commitment, partnerships, and resilience. The Biden-Harris administration is delivering on its campaign promise to confront longstanding environmental injustices…
RETIREMENT IRAs and 401(K)S MEDICARE MEDICAID Health Insurance Federal and Virginia Taxes Virginia Minimum Wage New Year, New Rules Important changes are in store for retirement, taxes, health insurance, and more 2022 is gone but the effects of legislation passed at the federal and state level will be with us for years to come. Below are some highlights of the…
National Affairs Forum, “A Republic, If You Can Keep It” Highlights PLUS, Post Election Comments From Forum Speakers “America confronts a crisis,” said FCDC National Affairs Committee Chair Sandra J. Klassen in her opening remarks at the committee’s September 22 Forum “A Republic, if you can keep it.” By attempting to prevent the peaceful transfer of power on January 6,…