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Governor Youngkin says no to ranked-choice voting legislation

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Ranked-choice voting has gained popularity in recent years. Although, as Michael Pope tells us, it’s not popular at the Executive Mansion.

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A bill that would offer additional protections to election workers is gaining traction in Richmond

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Members of the General Assembly are considering legislation aimed at protecting election workers from threats and harassment. Michael Pope reports.

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New report: Election deniers hold some positions of power across Virginia

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As Election Day approaches, some are concerned about vulnerabilities in Virginia’s election system. Michael Pope reports.

You can find the full report from Informing Democracy here.

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After trying ranked-choice voting, Arlington is returning to the traditional system

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Voters in one Virginia locality experimented with ranked-choice voting for the primary last month. Now, as Michael Pope reports, they are going back to a more traditional way of casting ballots in the fall.

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What is the “value” of an endorsement?

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As the June 20th primary approaches, candidates are receiving a series of endorsements. Michael Pope takes a look at what they mean.

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Virginia is leaving an election data partnership it helped found

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Virginia is leaving a group of states that share information about voter lists. Michael Pope reports.

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The all-important top ballot position

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Candidates across Virginia are preparing to snag a spot at the top of the ballot next week. Michael Pope explains.

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Virginia Board of Elections certifies results, ending congressional midterm election season

Virginia’s Board of Elections certified the state’s Congressional midterm and local November elections Monday. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.

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Virginia has two special elections on the horizon

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The November election may be over, but voters aren’t done yet. Michael Pope has this preview of two special elections in northern Virginia and Hampton Roads.

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The 2022 election will have many, new firsts in Virginia

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Election officials are gearing up for Election Day with some new rules. Michael Pope has this preview.

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A look at how early votes will be counted in Virginia this year

Early vote counts will work a bit differently this year. Michael Pope has this preview about what to expect after the polls close.

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How does Virginia handle guns at polling places?

Early voting locations across the country have been the scene of armed poll watchers, prompting concerns about voter intimidation. Michael Pope has this report about what voters need to know if they see someone armed outside a polling place.

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The true role of sample ballots

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When approaching an election location, voters might be presented with a sample ballot. Michael Pope reports that they’re often the product of party advertising.

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A closer look at the legality of poll watching

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In some other states, voters at early polling locations have been confronted by campaign workers or poll watchers holding a camera and asking questions. As Michael Pope reports, that’s not necessarily illegal.

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What an “October surprise” looks like in the age of the election season

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As more and more people choose to vote early, the pace of campaigns is changing. Michael Pope reports.

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Misinformation top concern for local registrars heading into election season

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As we reported last week, Virginia’s Attorney General recently announced the formation of an Election Integrity Unit – a group, he says, that will provide legal advice to the Department of Elections and investigate violations of state elections law. 

Reporter Mallory Noe-Payne recently spoke with some local election officials, and has this look at what they see as the most important priority leading to Election Day.

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A preview of Tuesday’s primary elections in Virginia

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Tuesday is Election Day in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview of what you’ll see on the ballot.

Polling places will be open from 6am to 7pm. Anyone in line at 7 will be allowed to cast a ballot. You can find more information here.

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With Monday Vote, SW Virginia Stays Unrepresented on Redistricting Commission

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Virginia’s Redistricting Commission chose a new member Monday, leaving the commission without a member from Southwest Virginia. Jahd Khalil reports.

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Redistricting Commission Works to Find Law and Communications Firms

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Few firms are expressing interest in necessary contracts for Virginia’s redistricting commission. Jahd Khalil reports.

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Bill Moving May Local Elections to November Advances to House of Delegates

Lawmakers are considering a bill that would move all local elections from May to November. Michael Pope reports.

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Beyer and Other House Democrats Are Pushing Ranked Choice Voting

voting_rights_3002112985_80b5a719b1Should voters have more choices when they are at the polls? One Virginia congressman wants to create a new system of ranked choice voting. Michael Pope reports.

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Virginia Incumbents and Their Challengers Often Have More in Common Than Meets the Eye

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Who are the people running against all those incumbent members of the Virginia General Assembly this year? And just how rich are they? Michael Pope reports.

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Should Virginia Take Partisanship Out of its Elections?

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This year, only one congressional race in Virginia is competitive. That means almost all the members of Virginia’s congressional delegation are in totally safe seats. During the General Assembly election last year, NONE of the incumbents lost their seats. Now, one member of the House of Delegates says it’s time to introduce some more competition into the process. Michael Pope reports.

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ACLU Report Claims Majority of Virginia Prosecutor Elections Are Uncontested

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Prosecutors in Virginia are elected to four-year terms. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they have to do much campaigning. As Michael Pope tells us, a new report from the ACLU of Virginia says the vast majority of these elections are uncontested.

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