In this Senate, we’re prioritizing all Virginians of the Commonwealth! 🫏 @VASenateDems on all platforms.https://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3mccyuetous2t🎥 Affordability is the focus of the 2026 session. Watch how Senate Democrats are putting working families first across Virginia. As the 2026 session begins, Senate Democrats are focused on lowering costs for working families. From housing and healthcare to childcare and beyond.13 Jan 2026 16:44 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3mccyuetous2thttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m6msuf4x522sWishing all families and loved ones a happy Thanksgiving across the Commonwealth. The Virginia Senate Democrats are grateful for each of you, and we hope your day is filled with joy, rest, and gratitude.27 Nov 2025 16:43 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6msuf4x522shttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m5eczvsnyc2sNovember 11 represents the resilience, leadership, hard work, and excellence of those who have served across all five branches of the U.S. military. To our fallen heroes and the soldiers who continue to serve — thank you. We’ll always be grateful. Happy Veteran’s Day! 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay11 Nov 2025 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5eczvsnyc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m365xnllrc2cHey, Virginia! We are just three weeks away from Election Day! Make sure you’re ready by registering to vote or updating your voter info TODAY at the Virginia Department of Elections website. 🗳️14 Oct 2025 16:36 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m365xnllrc2chttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m2rkadkhfs26💚🧠 Today is PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day! Let’s shine a light on these life-altering pediatric conditions caused by infections and inflammation of the brain. KNOW THE SYMPTOMS. SHARE THE MESSAGE. CHANGE A LIFE.09 Oct 2025 16:11 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2rkadkhfs26https://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m2kcf6hgmk2xVirginia families are finally seeing the results of Senate Democrats’ leadership. $1 billion in direct tax relief is now making its way into mailboxes across the Commonwealth. That means $200 for individual filers and $400 for couples filing jointly, helping families cover costs.06 Oct 2025 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2kcf6hgmk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3m2jsxjgig22vOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time to honor the survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and stand with everyone still fighting this battle. We send love and strength to every warrior here in the Commonwealth and beyond. 💗06 Oct 2025 14:25 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2jsxjgig22vhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lyxg73ieos2dHey, Virginia! 🎉 Happy National Voter Registration Day! 🎉 Early voting starts Friday, Sept 19 in the Commonwealth 🗳️ Register by Oct 24. Don’t wait. The future you will thank you 😉16 Sep 2025 13:24 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyxg73ieos2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lyfudyi3ks2eLocal healthcare is collapsing in Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health is closing three clinics forcing vulnerable patients to travel farther for care. That’s the real cost of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”. Now Virginians are paying to price. https://virginiamercury.com/2025/09/08/augusta-health-closes-three-clinics-citing-one-big-beautiful-bill-act/09 Sep 2025 13:49 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyfudyi3ks2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lxx4syylds2wHealthcare is on the line for hundreds of thousands in our Commonwealth. Trump’s failures could leave Virginians uninsured and rural hospitals shuttered. Virginians showed up in 2024. Now it’s time to show up again. 🗳️ Early voting begins Sept. 19.03 Sep 2025 17:11 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxx4syylds2whttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lxrnrbgyq22wWhether you’re grilling out with family, traveling for the weekend, or taking some much-needed rest, we want to thank all of the hardworking people across our Commonwealth. Happy Labor Day Virginia! 🇺🇸01 Sep 2025 12:58 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxrnrbgyq22whttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lxfqjpne6k2lAnnunciation Catholic Church should be a place of worship, love & community, never violence. During the first week of school, children should learn in peace, not hide in fear. Our hearts are with the families of the 2 children killed & we pray for healing for all those injured 🕊️27 Aug 2025 19:16 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxfqjpne6k2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lw7oloa3pk2qFrom classrooms to campuses, Republicans are waging war on public education. We’re standing up for Virginia students. Listen to Senator Lashrecse Aird as she speaks out defending our top public universities.12 Aug 2025 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lw7oloa3pk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lvqhokkrsc2o🗳️ 60 years ago today, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 became the law of the land. This piece of legislation was a hard-won victory for the civil rights movement and democracy. Today, that legacy is under attack by Republicans working to roll back voting access across the country. We won’t go back.06 Aug 2025 14:46 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvqhokkrsc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lvbbq4r3mk2m📚✏️ TAX FREE WEEKEND IS HERE! 🛍️🎉 This weekend, stock up on school supplies, clothes, and more all tax free! ✅ Eligible items include: ✔️ School supplies ✔️ Backpacks ✔️ Computers ✔️ Clothes and shoes (up to a certain amount)31 Jul 2025 13:50 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvbbq4r3mk2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lunbfdxjqs27🚨 PRESS CONFERENCE 🚨 Virginia’s top public universities are under political attack and we’re not backing down. Join Virginia Democrats TOMORROW at 11AM for a press conference: Protecting Our #1 Ranked Schools 🎥 Streaming LIVE on Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Facebook.23 Jul 2025 14:51 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lunbfdxjqs27https://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3ltp7rmgzqk2aWe are sick and tired of Trump and his allies sticking their noses in Virginia’s business. This most recent attack on George Mason University is just another example of federal overreach in Virginia’s public schools. Enough is enough. (1/3) https://www.propublica.org/article/george-mason-university-antisemitism-investigation-trump11 Jul 2025 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltp7rmgzqk2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3ltkba4zywc2hThe Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to move ahead with massive federal layoffs. Labor unions and local governments across the nation are warning of major disruptions to federal services. (1/2)09 Jul 2025 16:44 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltkba4zywc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lthqrbt5pc2qVirginia Republicans in Congress are making it harder for families to feed themselves and their children. They’re requiring seniors to work for food. They’re taking food away from people with disabilities. This isn’t fiscal responsibility. It is just plain ole cruelty.08 Jul 2025 16:45 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lthqrbt5pc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lt5h4jbhts2lHappy Independence Day, Virginia! 🇺🇸04 Jul 2025 14:25 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lt5h4jbhts2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lsyikcwshk2rThis isn’t just about UVA. This is about the Republicans and their national strategy to erase DEI, silence students, and push us backwards. 🛑 Not in Virginia. Not on our watch. Senate Democrats protect progress, and we fight for every student.02 Jul 2025 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsyikcwshk2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lstmof3of22hThe University of Virginia is one of the top public universities in our nation and President Jim Ryan is a respected leader. Virginia doesn’t need Trump and his allies meddling in our high education system! Stay in Washington, Mr. Trump. We’ve got this! #valeg30 Jun 2025 16:38 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lstmof3of22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lsme3zyl2c2oSince our press release was initially released, University of Virginia’s President Jim Ryan has resigned. [contains quote post or other embedded content]27 Jun 2025 19:16 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsme3zyl2c2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3lsjhezbhk22mBREAKING: The US Supreme Court allows states to cut necessary funding from Planned Parenthood. From cancer screenings and birth control to STI testing and treatment, Planned Parenthood plays a vital role in protecting public health. https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/26/politics/planned-parenthood-south-carolina-supreme-court?cid=ios_app26 Jun 2025 15:37 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsjhezbhk22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/vasenatedems.bsky.social/post/3ls77ab2gr22hHappy Birthday, Senator Lashrecse Aird! As the youngest woman ever elected to the Virginia House and now representing the 13th Senate District, we’re grateful for all you do as a legislator and community leader. May your year ahead be filled with continued impact.22 Jun 2025 13:44 +0000at://did:plc:tpc5zmf5qliz7kpcq3rypmef/app.bsky.feed.post/3ls77ab2gr22h