Dear Fellow Patriots,
You know I was in Milwaukee for the GOP convention a few weeks ago and my radio job took me to Chicago this week for the Democrats too.
It strikes me every time I visit one of these iconic cities that almost everything tourists and other visitors take pictures of is something from the past. With the exception of an occasional new skyscraper, the most revered artwork and statuary and even the beautiful infrastructure and planning are actually leftover from our ancestors. In many cases- distant ancestors.
Why then are so many modern Americans angry with and judgmental of everyone who lived before us? And more shockingly- why are so many eager to erase people who somehow fall short of an ever-changing set of moral lists?
As a people we need to set aside this new arrogance and self-centeredness and respect the people and work that preceded us.
At The Virginia Council- in the land that became the laboratory of American freedom and success- we are working to educate and advocate for this reasonable and thoughtful recalculation.
And with our upcoming monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 18th we will expose some of the people and groups working to undermine our republic. Please join us for a special presentation by Robert Stilton, senior research associate at the Capital Research Center, on “Dark Money in Politics.” Details and RSVP here.
And tickets are selling fast for next month's Virginia Forum with noted author and advocate against Communism- Xi Van Fleet.
With her book “Mao's America“ and her almost daily TV appearances on Fox and Newsmax, Xi is becoming one of the nation's strongest voices warning against the siren song of socialism and communism. Her Forum presentation – “Cultural Revolutions: China Then and America Now” is sure to be timely, compelling – and fascinating as she explores the horrific similarities between the waves of destruction that swept China in the 1960s and now threaten America's heritage and history.
Make sure you're with us for this important event on Wednesday, September 25! And you can meet Xi and get an autographed copy of her book with a special VIP ticket. Details here!
I look forward to seeing you as I travel around the state in the coming weeks! Thank you for your support!
John Reid, Founding Chairman
The Virginia Council
Monthly Meeting: Dark Money with Robert Stilson
Wednesday, September 18th, 12 noon at Park Lane Tavern, Short Pump, Va
Join The Virginia Council's monthly meeting to hear from our guest Robert Stilson of Capital Research Center as he delves into Dark Money in Politics: Influence, Sources and Threats.
About Robert Stilson
Robert Stilson is a senior research analyst at the Capital Research Center. He specializes in investigating nonprofit activism and funding. He has a B.A. from Hanover College and a J.D. from University of Richmond School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude.
To register for this event, please click here.
Please pre-register since seating is limited.
Virginia Assembly, Senate & Governor Updates:
- Glenn Youngkin's approval soars, sixth-most popular governor in US - Washington Examiner
- Commentary: Youngkin is transforming VA's reentry approach (richmond.com)
- Virginia AG Miyares demands action on missing migrant children | Just The News
- Youngkin says SOL scores have 'long way to go' | VPM
- Stoney criticizes Family Foundation over lawsuit (richmond.com)
- Harris Takes Aim at Trump, Calls for a New Era of American Unity - RVA Mag
- The 2024 DNC: Between Chaos and Consensus | City Journal (city-journal.org)
- 10 things the Roanoke College poll tells us about the state of the presidential race in Virginia - Cardinal News
- Democrats Are Super Happy, Working-Class Voters Are Not (liberalpatriot.com)
- A common cents candidate? Anderson talks economy during Fredericksburg campaign stop - Fredericksburg Free Press
- Trump whistleblower-turned-Democratic House candidate accused in FEC complaint of violating federal law - Washington Examiner
- Charlottesville's about to become the second Virginia city to adopt ranked choice voting • Virginia Mercury
- Ex-Virginia Beach prosecutor accused of embezzlement and money laundering | 13newsnow.com
Articles, News & Quotes:
Virginia emerges as surprise sanctuary state for illegal immigrants - Washington Times By Stephen Dinan
Federal court allows transgender student to try out for Virginia school sports team • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
Criminala case dismissed against man in 2017 UVa torch march (dailyprogress.com)By Hawes Spencer
More UVa protesters see charges dismissed (dailyprogress.com) By Jason Armesto
Virginians Unhappy With the Cost of College | Bacon's Rebellion - Democracy Thrives in Sunlight (baconsrebellion.com) By James A. Bacon
After $615 Million and 16 Months of Tunneling, Alexandria, Virginia, Is Close to Fixing Its Sewage Overflow Problem - Inside Climate News By Sarah Vogelsong
Loudoun GOP hands out flyers at LCPS event | wusa9.com By Sophie Rosenthal
Loudoun County School Board reviews policies for politically appointed aides | 1local | loudountimes.com By Evan Goodenow
The story behind Charley Crockett's drug arrest on Interstate 81. - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
Back to School: Spending on Teaching (vpap.org)
Colonial-era garden discovered in Virginia | AP News By Ben Finley
Jack Gary, Colonial Williamsburg's executive director of archeology, holds the seal from an 18th century wine bottle. Williamsburg, Virginia (AP photo/John C. Clark)
Interviews of Interest:
Mike Emanuel (audacy.com) We check in with friend of the show and Fox News Anchor -- Mike Emanuel! John and Mike discuss this week's DNC and speculate about the impact that the convention will have on the election.
Dr. Siobhan Dunnavant (audacy.com) Former State Senator Dr. Siobhan Dunnavant -- who talks to John about the recent headlines regarding Monkeypox outbreaks.
Dave Brat (audacy.com) Former Congressman Dave Brat, now a Vice President at Liberty University discusses Kamala Harris' plan to reduce "price gauging [sic]", asserting that the idea of price controls is astoundingly ignorant of history, sound economics, and good thinking in general.
Eric Trump (audacy.com) We hear from none other than President Trump's son, Eric Trump. Eric talks to John about what's at stake here in 2024 -- and discusses Trump Winery in Charlottesville.
Arlington National Cemetery Advisory Committee Meeting - 8/20/24 - (youtube.com) Defend Arlington Consulting Attorney Calls Out Army's Numerous Illegal Actions
Welcome | Heroic the Documentary (heroicdocumentary.com) HEROIC: Sabin Howard sculpts the National WWI Memorial.
| “Realize the gift that you have been given- The white stripes stand for liberty and equality for all. The blue stands for loyalty and faith. These colors represent human rights for America such as the promises of freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom to live in a free land without dictatorship.”Model of the new World War I Memorial A Soldier's Journey By Sabin HowardDedication on September 13 at Pershing Park, Washington, D.C.picture by Sabin Howard |
Join Us!
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 which we will roll out over the next few weeks! Click here to join.
- 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.
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