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Northumberland County Dems June meeting

  • Thursday, June 18
  • 6:00 pm meet and greet
  • 6:30 pm meeting
  • Northumberland Public Library (7204 Northumberland Hwy/Rte 360, Heathsville)

 

Come join us: We are a friendly, welcoming group of everyday folks!! All are welcome — Republicans, Democrats, Independents, unaffiliated, seeking.

Meetings: Third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm at Northumberland Public Library (7204 Northumberland Hwy, also known as US Rte 360, Heathsville) in the Meeting Room. Arrive at 6:00 pm for the informal meet and greet.

Henrico Dems’ Democratic Congressional Candidate Forum: June 28

Henrico Democrats First Congressional District Candidate Forum
Join the Henrico Dems on Sunday, June 28 at 2:00 pm for a Democratic Congressional Candidate Forum featuring all seven candidates seeking the Democratic nomination in Virginia’s First Congressional District.
This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the candidates as they discuss the issues facing our communities, share their vision for the future, and explain why they believe they are the best choice to take on Rob Wittman in November.
The forum will be moderated by Dr. Jennifer Pribble, Professor of Political Science at the University of Richmond, and will feature questions on the issues that matter most to Democratic voters.
Advance registration is required. Register today using the link below. See you there!

Sneak peek: Meet Bhatti and Knapp @ June 18 meeting

First Congressional District candidates Salaam Bhatti and Jason Knapp are speaking at the June 18 regular meeting of the Northumberland County Democratic Committee. The meeting takes place at Northumberland Public Library (7204 Northumberland Hwy/Rte 360, Heathsville). The member meet and greet starts at 6:00 pm and the meeting starts at 6:30 pm.

The meeting is open to the public.

June 13: Dems social @ Belle Isle

HistoryLand Democrats (Richmond County) are celebrating the season with their Saturday, June 13 social at Belle Isle State Park (1632 Belle Isle Rd, Lancaster) and have invited all Democrats and Democrat-curious to attend the first in the 2026 Music by the River concerts.

The concert takes place along the Rappahannock River from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Chris & Jane, the acoustic duo from Richmond, are performing. Expect old and new country, folk, current, and Americana.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free popcorn will be provided by Friends of Belle Isle State Park.

If you are worried about the weather, any changes due to weather will be posted as soon as possible. Or, call the park, (804) 462-5030.

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Replay: June 4 CD1 candidate forum

Watch the Virginia’s First Congressional District Democratic Candidate Forum June 4, 2026 (full) and learn more about the candidates.

Organized by the Middle Peninsula Democratic Committees, the six out of the seven candidates running in the VA-01 Democratic Primary had a strong showing, informing attendees about their experience, their goals, their policy ideas, and how they are preparing to run against and defeat Rob Wittman in the general election on November 3, 2026.

According to the YT vid description, “The Forum format included a moderator who presented five questions to the candidates. The event was held at the Rappahannock Community College, Glenns Campus, in Saluda, Virginia, on June 4, 2026.” Candidates attending the forum: Elizabeth Dempsey Beggs, Salaam Bhatti, Tim Cywinski, Jason Knapp, Ericka Kopp, and Mel Tull. Shannon Taylor was not able to attend as a result of a scheduling conflict.

Learn about the candidates.