Dear friends and fellow citizens,
“I predict future happiness for Americans, if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.”
– Thomas Jefferson to Thomas Cooper, November 29, 1802
What's true of the federal government is true of state government and other large organizations: outsourcing your care or security leads to neither. When people band together to establish a government, trade union, or interest group the key is to still maintain control over your personal decisions and to be able to provide feedback concerning the taxes or dues you contribute. The Right to Work laws in Virginia allow workers that freedom: to join and pay dues or not to, depending on their needs. But it there is not a job requirement to do so. What are your thoughts about this issue?
You can let us know by attending a meeting this Wednesday, August 20th as we partner with Americans for Prosperity for a Right to Work trivia night. Come out and learn more about this important topic vital to the economic success of the Commonwealth.
And our first full meeting will be September 10th at Park Layne Tavern with Michael Watson from the Capital Research Center. We look forward to seeing you again soon at our events, in the meantime stay cool and get prepared for a busy fall season with The Virginia Council.
Sincerely,
Will McGurn
Interim President, The Virginia Council
You're Invited!
The Virginia Council & our friends
at Americans For Prosperity
welcome you next Wednesday night
for a discussion about
the Right To Work in Virginia!
The "Right To Work Trivia Night” info:
next Wednesday night,
August 20th at 6pm
at Intermission Beer Company,
10180 Lakeridge Pkwy #114, Ashland, VA.
Please RSVP through the link below:
RSVP HERE
Virginia Election Updates:
Republican candidate for Virginia governor lays out plan to win this fall By Henry Graff
Democrats gather for Spanberger’s education plans By Brandon Jarvis
In Chesterfield, Earle-Sears slams Spanberger, revives Youngkin’s winning campaign slogans • Virginia Mercury By Charlotte Rene Woods
Virginia Police Group Endorses Spanberger, GOP Candidates By Julia Manchester
VA Dem Candidate Refuses To Condemn Boys In Girls' Bathrooms By Jacqueline Annis-Levings
Republican candidate for Virginia governor lays out plan to win this fall By Henry Graff
Gov. Youngkin campaigns with John Reid in New Kent By Brandon Jarvis
(1) Walter Curt on X: "🚨EXCLUSIVE BOMBSHELL 🚨 Abigail Spanberger’s ENTIRE top campaign brass is neck-deep in a defamation lawsuit she’s been hiding from the public — and the court record is damning. Her campaign manager, communications director, and former press secretary have ALL testified under https://t.co/HOWZuFl8NV" / X
The Abby-Gate Series #1 - by Walter Curt By Walter Curt
Jason Miyares supports federal takeover of DC police | wusa9.com By Kelly Vaughen
Earle-Sears: Renewable energy isn't as clean as people think - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
The 3 issues deciding Virginia's governor's race - Axios Richmond By Sabrina Moreno
Earle-Sears suggests using Virginia’s 'rainy day funds' to cover possible Medicaid funding shortfall - Cardinal News By Elizabeth Beyer
In closely watched Virginia governor race, GOP's Earle-Sears, Dem's Spanberger can't agree on debate | Just The News By Natalia Middelstadt
Spanberger, Earle-Sears have sights set on Hampton Roads debate By Brandon Jarvis
Reid, Hashmi make their pitches to the Virginia Association of Counties | WVTF By Michael Pope
In governor's race, Spanberger makes economic pitch to Virginia's Latino voters in radio ad - CBS News By Anne Bryson
Lt. governor candidate emphasizes Right to Work law as key to Virginia's economic growth By Allison Mullet
Virginia Amendment to Restore Voting Rights for Felons By Hayden Ludwig
It's not too late to make a difference!
There's some good news:
The Reconciliation Monument is being returned to Arlington.
The General Pike statue is being restored in Washington DC.
But the Richmond statues, monuments, and cannons
are being sent to Los Angeles, California!
Black History Museum joins other institutions in loaning monuments to Los Angeles exhibit
Help us fight for an honest and legal process to determine
the fate of these historic pieces of art. Decisions made by the
mob are not a democratic process, but tyrannical.
DONATE HERE
Valentine Museum Survey
The Valentine Museum is collecting anonymous feedback on Richmond's monuments and public art to inform our exhibits, programming, and community engagement.
Important: Please let the Museum know how you feel!
Take the survey before it closes on the 18th!
Richmond's Monuments & Public Art Survey
(5) Scott Jennings on X: "The last time we talked about reviewing historical exhibits was when liberal mobs tore down historical statues across the country. The people who are the angriest about Trump's Smithsonian Museum review are the people who cheered that on. Spare me your outrage. https://t.co/cfPz4Vfd2a" / X
Virginia Assembly, Senate & Governor updates:
Virginia school districts to fight feds for trans bathroom and locker room policies By Nick Minock
Youngkin touts Va.'s $4.7 billion cash cushion, downplays Medicaid, federal workforce changes • Virginia Mercury By Shannon Heckt & Nathaniel Cline
Starlink fights back against Virginia broadband recommendation - Cardinal News By Tad Dickens
Fairfax County school investigates report of staff-arranged student abortions | State | insidenova.com By Shirleen Guerra
Virginia teacher says she warned school 7 times about abortion scandal | Fox News By Asra O. Nomani
Youngkin orders Virginia State Police investigation after allegations of Fairfax County Public Schools funding, facilitating student abortions By Kenzie Chase & Randi Bass
Youngkin tells police to investigate FCPS over abortion assistance allegations | FFXnow By Angela Woolsey
Parents Angry as VA High School Faces Probe on Minors' Abortions By Sarah Holliday
High School Abortion Coverup? Read the Tick-Tock. By Asra O. Nomani
AG files appeal to lift suspension of Youngkin appointees from Va. college governing boards • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
Virginia's Fiscal Health Driven by Free-Market Strategies By Derrick Max
Youngkin creates initiative to lower SNAP error rates | WAVY.com By Keagan Hughes
Virginia is sharing SNAP recipients' personal info with the federal government By Jahd Khalil
Youngkin calls for multi-state support to dismantle trafficking networks | Fox News By Ashley Oliver & Breanne Deppisch
The latest on the Digital Gateway ruling in Prince William | Business | fauquiernow.com By Grace Schumacher
Power-Bill Crisis Spreads From Maryland To New Jersey, May Doom Democrats As 'Green' Implodes | ZeroHedge By Tyler Durden
Va. Dems will again try to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
Virginia National Guard soldiers to begin training with ICE later this month | WVTF By Brad Kutner
Youngkin orders overhaul of Virginia nursing home oversight By Tyler Layne
VA Ethics Panels: Where Complaints Against State Lawmakers Go to Die By Josh Stanfield
Trump makes surprise phone call to SC Republicans at fundraising dinner headlined by Youngkin • Virginia Mercury By Jessica Holdman
These Richmond industries are most reliant on noncitizen workers - Axios Richmond By US Census & Kavya Beheraj
Articles, News, & Quotes:
Democrats oppose Trump Smithsonian review after cheering statue toppling | Fox News By David Marcus
Loudoun School Board Again Bucks Federal Pressure on Title IX Compliance | News | loudounnow.com By Patrick Lewis
Virginia Corrections Department has 2,400 open positions | WVTF By Dave Cantor
Eastern District of Virginia | Richmond psychotherapist convicted of healthcare fraud to pay over $1M | United States Department of Justice
GERBER: A letter of suggestions for U.Va.’s interim president - The Cavalier Daily - University of Virginia's Student Newspaper By Scott Douglas Gerber
ADL: Virginia one of 9 states "leading" on fighting antisemitism - Axios Richmond By Sabrina Moreno & Russell Contreras
Loudoun Schools to Return Nearly $29M in Special Ed Funding Following Clerical Error | News | loudounnow.com By Patrick Lewis
Nearly 63,000 Virginia kids are homeschooled. Why do families choose this path? By Caroline Coleburn
VMI names retired Marine Corps lieutenant general as new superintendent - Cardinal News By Lisa Rowan
Protesters in Richmond call for ban on local cooperation with ICE after wave of detentions • Virginia Mercury By Markus Schmidt
Richmond's VPM not as tied to fed funding as other Virginia stations - Axios Richmond By Karri Peifer, Alex Fitzpatrick, & Erin Davis
Police explain why no charges were filed over one victim's death in Huguenot graduation shooting By Sarah Vogelsong
Army report says Fort Eustis soldier was fatally injured in rush to get aid into Gaza By Steve Walsh
Chesterfield community members sustain opposition to proposed gas plant Dominion calls necessary • Virginia Mercury By Shannon Heckt
Boar's Head plans to reopen Virginia deli meat plant shuttered by health inspectors - CBS News By CBS/AP
Some localities in Southwest and Southside will lose more than 30% of their population over next 25 years - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
250 Years of American Independence: The Founders Museum | The Epoch Times By Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
Henrico plans first trail honoring Black Civil War soldiers - Axios Richmond By Sabrina Moreno
William Fleming, Virginia's oft-overlooked acting governor, presided during a Revolutionary War crisis - Cardinal News By Randy Walker
Dispatch from 1775: King George refuses to read peace offer, declares Colonies to be in rebellion - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
The World’s Largest Roller Skate is a must-see Virginia roadside attraction By Amazing America
Interviews & Videos of Interest
Exclusive Interview on brewing Fairfax Schools scandal and cover up By Chris Saxman
LISTEN: Two-day commemoration marks World War II’s 80th anniversary - Fredericksburg Free Press By Ted Schubel
(8) One America News on X: "Public students don’t belong to schools. @JohnReid4VA explains how Virginia Democrats are “tripling down” on stripping parental rights. https://t.co/grFjFSmdoy" / X
EXCLUSIVE: FTC Chair on 'Gender-Care' Investigation+Major Girls’ Sports Battle in VA By The Family Foundation
The Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Liberty
Back to school: How local schools, libraries will be affected by Supreme Court books ruling - WTOP News By Neal Augenstein
Medical Freedom and The Constitution - Protecting Yourself From Government Overreach | Virginia Medical Freedom Alliance By Sheila M. Furey, MD
Trump orders colleges to share admissions data, with an eye on affirmative action By Cory Turner
Why Some Votes Count More Than Others By Howard Husack
(2) Samuel B. Parker on X: "City officials are looking into why some emailed FOIA requests are being flagged as spam, routed into junk folders, and ignored. Read about it — plus sky-high quotes, shoddy use of FOIA exemptions, and more — in our annual Richmond City Hall FOIA checkup: https://t.co/h45CCd0Sp4" / X
The Virginia Council has been blessed with unwavering support from the community since its founding a few years ago. And we decided to add some new ways to thank you for your ongoing assistance in our efforts to educate and inform Virginians.
"Announcing The Virginia Council membership reward program.
Sign up today on our website for the various levels of support!"
Member level: Simple membership is free when you sign up for our email newsletter or attend a monthly meeting.
Liberty level: For an annual contribution of $100 you get the newsletter, access to our monthly meetings and a commemorative Virginia Council lapel pin.
Patriot level: When you step up to make an annual contribution of $250 you receive first access to tickets to our annual Christmas and Patriot Parties, the commemorative Virginia Council pin, and the newsletter and monthly meeting access.
President's Council level: For a commitment of $1000 you receive the newsletter, access to our monthly meetings, 2 lapel pins, 2 invitations to both of our annual parties, and 2 VIP tickets to one Virginia Forum lecture of your choice.
We hope you'll find these rewards an added incentive to help fund our efforts to restore a full view of Virginia's history, monuments & role that government plays in our lives.
We appreciate all your support and encouragement and look forward to bringing you more compelling voices of liberty, freedom, and conscience over the next year.
To become a Liberty, Patriot, or President's Council member, please make a contribution here.
To volunteer, click here.
The Executive Board of the Virginia Council
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