Legislative Priorities, Intra-Party Tensions, and Constitutional Amendments

The Virginia Press Room · Jan 12, 2026 · 43m

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Lauren Burke of Black Virginia News, covering the issues that Democrats will be tackling during the first few days of the General Assembly.

Chris Saxman of Virginia Free, covering tensions between Democrats at the state and local level.

Rich Meagher of RVA's Got Issues, covering the proposed constitutional amendment on voting rights restoration.

Plus university Boards of Visitors, conflicts with the federal government, and mid-decade redistricting.

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