Earlier this month, the Virginia Beach Democratic Committee approved a new standing committee for Community Service, and Lois Firestone was appointed as Chair. Shortly after, an opportunity was found for the VBDC to reach out and help those in need.

The State Board of Elections started accepting petitions from statewide candidates today. Campaigns are in various stages of signature collection and verification.

The Virginian-Pilot reports on the attacks and threats against Pat Edmonson. Her campaign files a lawsuit against Google in an attempt to hold those responsible accountable.

Pat has spoken openly about issues that matter to Virginians, even when it was not easy or politically expedient to do so. Pat continues this today as she is under vicious personal attack.

Up until last night, I didn’t know why Edmonson felt so connected with, and was willing to fight for, the gay community. People have asked me, and I haven’t had an answer. Now I do.

Pat Edmonson was interviewed by George Burke on The Inside Scoop last Sunday evening. For those who didn’t catch it, you can watch it here.

Pat Edmonson has announced her proposal for changes to education from Pre-Kindergarten to the completion of a 2-year degree from our valuable community colleges.

So, now that we have Pat Edmonson willing to stand for equality; where are the others? Isn’t it about time that all of our Democratic candidates, and leaders, stand clearly on the side of equality? Shouldn’t this be a part of our public discussion?

Edmonson’s uncompromising dedication to progressive politics and improving the quality of life for people in Virginia, and her fearlessness to speak about these issues, made her a standout among the crowd of candidates for that office.

In a remarkable display of fundraising ability and commitment from her supporters, Pat Edmonson has raised $78,000 in her first three weeks of campaigning for Lt. Governor of Virginia.