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Parents support student walkout at South Lakes High

First Person: A stand with youth brings hope

April 2, 2018

By Linda Liner: Despite the blustery cold, I felt my heart lift watching the students of South Lakes High School in Reston stage a 17-minute walk-out on March 14, exactly one month after the slaughter of 17 students in Parkland,…

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A vote for Democrats is a vote for … business?

April 2, 2018

By Chris King: A vote for Democrats is a vote for … business? That is not what voters usually hear, but it is true. Especially here in Northern Virginia, which is a diverse and dynamic business hub: tech, defense, engineering,…

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Five ways to help advance the progressive agenda this spring

April 2, 2018

By Mary Anne Mulligan: Tired of sitting on the couch, consuming carbs, and fretting about the Mueller investigation? Here are a few ideas for taking action over the next few months. 1. Grassroots groups and Democratic committees in Northern Virginia are…

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Not just another protest outside NRA — this time was different

April 2, 2018

By Kathi Levin and Maggie Godbold: It was the 14 th of the month, and, just as every month on that date, protesters had gathered outside the National Rifle Association headquarters in Fairfax to wave signs, encourage drivers to honk…

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McAuliffe’s magic brought investment when most needed

April 2, 2018

By Allison Dickert Madson: The outlook was dismal when Terry McAuliffe assumed office in 2014 as Virginia’s governor. A federal government shutdown, coupled with budget sequestration, meant big trouble for the state that receives more federal dollars than any other.…

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Pete Up Meetup takes place from 11 am to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20. Supporters of Pete Buttigieg for president will gather at Urban Food Space on the top level of Tyson’s Galleria, 2001 International Dr., McLean.  For more information, go to Virginians for Pete Buttigieg on Facebook or email Susan Riedinger at sariedinger@yahoo.com.

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