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- February 25, 2022
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The 2021 Virginia gubernatorial election saw every county in the state become increasingly Republican. The gains, made by a state party that had been in the wilderness for more than a decade, were stark. Now, Republicans hope to capitalize on that trend by flipping two redrawn U.S. House seats. As Roll Call reports: Democrats have […]

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The Republican Standard
- January 7, 2022
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Tidewater-based Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.) previously represented a swing district and was all but guaranteed to face a stiff challenge this year. However, after the Supreme Court of Virginia approved a new congressional map, she became Virginia’s most endangered Democrat. According to FiveThirtyEight, the redrawn 2nd Congressional District has a partisan lean of R+6, but Luria […]

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- December 17, 2021
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Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.) isn’t a fan of private schools. At least that’s what she wants you to think. Not wanting to appear hypocritical, the Virginia Beach Democrat hasn’t mentioned that she previously served as the president of a private school.  Or that her daughter attends private school. Indeed, she went so far as to […]

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The Republican Standard
- November 15, 2021
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A new Washington Post and ABC News poll shows generic Republican candidates with a 10-point lead over Democrats nationwide. Of course, that includes results from dark blue districts. The outlook for Democrats representing purple states and seats is more dire. Case in point: Republican Glenn Youngkin’s narrow but comprehensive victory over Democrat Terry McAuliffe in […]

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The Republican Standard
- February 13, 2019
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Democratic lawmakers were advised to avoid answering direct questions about sexual assault allegations against Justin Fairfax, and whether they believe his accusers, according to an email leaked by a Democratic legislator to the New York Times.

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- February 13, 2019
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“It is incredibly hypocritical to call for Governor Northam’s resignation while at the same time spend all of his donations,” said RPV Chairman Jack Wilson.

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The Republican Standard
- February 8, 2019
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Even though every member of his own party has called for his resignation, Governor Ralph Northam still remains in office.

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The Republican Standard
- January 10, 2018
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Elaine Luria wants a strong military and seeks to improve America’s infrastructure. The phrase “Make America Great Again” seems to come to mind.

Alex Lemieux is a Richmond-based editor with The Republican Standard. ...