The Need to Stand with Ukraine: Author: Reese Espy Glassman In the 1960s, an antiwar slogan asked “Suppose they gave a war and no one came?” In the dystopia of the 21st century, Putin hoped no one would come as he waged an undeclared, unprovoked, and illegal war against Ukraine. However, the brave-hearted Ukrainian people did show up and continue to stand…
Article by the Editors of the Blue View VA Democrats Vow to Preserve Abortion Rights The Democratic Party of Virginia Chairwoman Susan Swecker has issued a statement in response to recent reports that the Supreme Court is poised to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision establishing a woman’s right to an abortion. (Those reports are based on a recently…
Surprise Billing Protections for Patients By Rose Chu …
Fairfax County Democratic Committee’s National Affairs Committee Book Review by Lisa Singer Lisa Singer is a member of Mason District and a member of the National Affairs Committee of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee (FCDC). Even if you’re long past wanting to read more on the topic of health care, Ezekiel J.…
By the staff of the Blue View: The son of Broward County lost its own on April 6th 2021 to a long battle with cancer. The Virginia delegation pays tribute to their colleague, Congressman Alcee Hastings. Congressman Alcee Hastings was a member of the Congressional Black Caucus and was the Vice-Chair of the powerful Rules Committee. “I was deeply saddened…
Book Review: “Too Much and Never Enough: How my Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man,” by Mary L. Trump, Ph.D. Fairfax County Democratic Committee’s National Affairs Committee Book Review by Michele Menapace If all one knew about this book originated with headline-grabbing excerpts about Donald Trump, you might expect it to be only an insider’s tell-all full of juicy…
National Affairs Committee Book Review by Michele Menapace: “Dark Towers” by David Enrich, is a must-read. Enrich, financial editor for the New York Times, weaves the history of Deutsche Bank’s failure into a thrilling tale…
By Mary Alexander and Nancy Hall: It was cold and overcast this past Martin Luther King Day morning, but that didn’t stop Fairfax County Democrats from coming together (safely distancing themselves) to clean up Jones Point Park at the southeastern tip of old town Alexandria. The Biden Inaugural Committee challenged Virginians to participate in a Day of Service on that…
By Bob Leggett: Over the past four years, the Republican Party has often asserted that, if elected, Democrats would lead the nation down a socialist path. This claim needs to be vigorously refuted as blatantly false, while at the same time making the case that the party supports strong government involvement in the nation’s economy. A prominent government’s role is…
By Kelly Hebron: As we begin the annual celebration of Black History Month, we find ourselves at a crossroads as we reflect on this past year. Last summer’s Black Lives Matter marches and protests were not a moment but a movement. The Capitol Riot confronted us with the anger and hate that continues to permeate and seethe in this country.…
By Rose Chu: Thanks to the Democrats in the U.S. House and Senate, there are a number of changes to help taxpayers, including Economic Impact Payments, relaxation of IRA and 401(k) requirements, charitable deduction for those not itemizing, and provisions for the self-employed. Economic Impact Payments The Economic Impact Payments (also known as stimulus payments) are not taxable and cannot…
By Reese Espy Glassman: 1. Do you know what percentage of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) households in Virginia speak another language in their home? A. 26% B. 76% C. 46% D. 96% 2. Which of the following groups has the largest population in Virginia? A. Indian Americans B. Chinese Americans C. Korean Americans These questions were presented to the attendees at…
By Sara Helfer: Democrats must mobilize veterans and military families to ensure a successful democratic leadership ticket in the Virginia 2021 elections. Despite the myth, veterans and military families aren’t all conservative. In particular, veterans are more likely to vote, more likely to persuade other voters, and are more passionate about our democratic processes than other Americans. Veterans and military families…
Fairfax County Police Chief Search: The Future of Community Policing in Fairfax County You are cordially invited to a forum on the search for Fairfax County’s new police chief. The event will take place over Zoom on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. We’ll be joined by Laurie Robinson, Professor of Criminal Justice at George Mason University and Chair of the…