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Dr. Jeffery O. Smith Appointed to serve as Virginia's Secretary of Education
I understand the importance of making sure Virginia’s students are set up for success and the invaluable foundation that the Commonwealth’s schools provide for our next generation of leaders,” said Spanberger. “Dr. Smith’s decades of experience leading districts in Virginia gives the Commonwealth’s students a champion who I know will work tirelessly on their behalf — and I’m excited to work alongside him to strengthen our schools.”

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Dr. Sesha Joi Moon Appointed to serve as Chief Diversity Officer
“When every Virginian has the opportunity to reach their full potential, it benefits all of us. Virginia deserves leaders who will make sure our work to grow our Commonwealth’s economy keeps the needs of all Virginians in mind,” said Spanberger. “Today, I’m excited to announce that Dr. Moon is joining our administration. Her experience across government, education, and the nonprofit sectors gives her firsthand insight into the ways in which we can build a stronger, safer, and

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Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger Announces Secretary of Administration Appointment, Mrs. Traci Deshazor
“The Secretary of Administration is entrusted with overseeing critical functions in our Commonwealth — from making sure Virginians can exercise their right to vote to supporting the Virginians who have chosen to serve their neighbors across state government. Virginians deserve a knowledgeable leader who understands these operations,” said Spanberger. “Throughout her career, Ms. Deshazor has been focused on making Virginia’s government work better for the people at both the st

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Governor-Elect Spanberger Appoints Delegate Candi Mundon King to Serve as Virginia's Next Secretary of the Commonwealth
"Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger today announced the appointment of Delegate Candi Mundon King to serve as Virginia’s next Secretary of the Commonwealth."

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Inside Virginia's June 17, 2025 Primary Elections
Were you aware that Virginia has a Primary Election Day on June 17th, for contested statewide seats and for certain local elections? Primary Elections only take place when there are multiple candidates from the same party, running for the same seat - who qualify for the Primary Election ballot. Therefore, the amount of primaries vary from seat to seat.

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Mass Incarceration: The Long Overdue Need for Criminal Justice Reform, Clemency, Pardons and Justice
Mass incarceration has had far-reaching consequences on the Black and Latino community from economic disparities, disrupting families, strai

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Remarks by Vice President Harris During Keynote Address at the Democratic Nation Convention
Vice President Kamala Harris is making history as the first Black and Indian American woman to secure the Democratic Nomination for...

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's 2024 Virginia Networking Reception!
Join us to reflect on this year’s #CBCALC make authentic networking connections and develop strategies to impact policy in a good...

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Lincoln's Dangerous Colonization Experiment at the Cost of Precious Black Lives: Île à Vache
Abraham Lincoln's horrible idea of a colonialization experiment at one of Haiti's satellite islands that led to the deaths of roughly 100...

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The Lily Black Ticket: A Bold Stand for Racial Equality in Politics
In 1921, Virginia's political landscape was deeply impacted by racial segregation and discrimination. Demanding a seat at the table, a...

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Zeta Day at the Captitol: Honoring Yvonne Bond Miller!
Members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Commonwealth of Virginia converged in Richmond Virginia from communities throughout the...

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Black Women's Equal Pay Day 2023
Black women typically earned around 63 to 68 cents for every dollar earned by white men. This disparity is due to a variety of factors...

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Honoring Senator Yvonne Bond Miller - 1st Black Woman Elected to Serve in the General Assembly
The Commission discussed honoring the 1st Black Woman elected to serve in the General Assembly, Hon. Yvonne B. Miller.

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VIRGINIA PUSHES BACK RENEWAL DATE FOR THOUSANDS OF TEACHER LICENSES AMID PROCESSING DELAYS
The Virginia Board of Education voted unanimously during a Thursday emergency meeting to extend to June 30, 2024 the expiration date for tea

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Become a Member of the John Langston Mercer Institute's (JMLI) Inaugural Class
Virginia State University, VA – June 1, 2021 - Virginia State University’s John Mercer Langston Institute (JMLI) for African American...

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Meet Senator Jennifer McClellan: One of Three Black Women Running for Governor!
That's right! There are three courageous Black women vying to be Virginia's next Governor, and we reached out to each of them to learn...

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Meet Jennifer Carroll Foy: One of Three Black Women Running for Governor!
That's right! There are three courageous Black women vying to be Virginia's next Governor, and we reached out to each of them to learn...

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The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus Announces Its 2021 Legislative Agenda
January 13th marks the first day of the 2021 Legislative Session! Members of Virginia's House of Delegates will be meeting virtually;...

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Black Woman, You Should RUN in One of Virginia's Upcoming Elections!
Black women have long been relentless in their fight for justice, equality, and the betterment of communities world-wide. We are...

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Black Virginia Voters 2020 Poll Shows A Revealing New Trend!
The John Mercer Langston Institute (JMLI) for African American Political Leadership at Virginia State University Releases New Findings....

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