Author: John Reid

John Reid is the Editor of the PW Perspective. Prior to launching this publication in Nov. 2019, he has worked in a variety of local publications from his days as a sports editor at NVCC in Woodbridge to marketing for the Potomac News. In addition, he is an author, producer and media consultant.

The Collective PAC Congratulates State Senator Jennifer McClellan on Winning Virginia’s 4th Congressional Seat

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Collective PAC – the nation’s largest political action committee dedicated to increasing Black political engagement, representation, and power across all levels of government – congratulates State Senator Jennifer McClellan on her historic special election victory becoming the first Black woman to represent Virginia in the U.S. House of Representatives. Founders of […]

by John Reid

“This is the future here!”

Dumfries hosts a Youth-led Empowerment Town Hall to address issues The Youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow – Nelson Mandela It is often said that children are to be seen and not heard. Earlier this evening in Dumfries, they gave several youths the opportunity to let their voices be heard as they hosted […]

by John Reid

Del. Kory’s Bill to Expand Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship Fund Eligibility Passes General Assembly

Del. Kory’s Bill to Expand Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship Fund Eligibility Passes General Assembly Unanimously RICHMOND, Va. — Delegate Kaye Kory’s HB 1419 to expand eligibility for the Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship Fund to descendants of Virginians who were denied a public education due to Massive Resistance has passed both chambers of the General Assembly unanimously.  […]

by John Reid

Dumfries Town Council Passes Resolution to Commemorate 275th Anniversary of Town Charter

Dumfries, VA – The Dumfries Town Council has passed a resolution to establish a committee to plan a celebration in 2024 to mark the 275th anniversary of the town’s charter. The resolution, which passed unanimously, marks a significant milestone in the history of Dumfries and signifies the council’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the town’s […]

by John Reid

2023 PWC Black History Month Celebration

The Prince William County Black History Committee (“BHC”) proudly announces the county’s celebration of Black History Month for 2023. In February of each year since 1926, this nation has celebrated the achievements of African Americans who have helped shape this country’s economic, political, and social evolution and its impact on the world.   Through the […]

by John Reid

Bakari Sellers Endorses Makya Little for Delegate in Virginia’s 19th House District

[Woodbridge, VA] – On Tuesday, Former South Carolina State Representative and Political Analyst Bakari Sellers endorsed Makya Little for Delegate to represent Virginia’s newly drawn 19th House District. The new 19th House District is an open seat that covers portions of both Fairfax and Prince William Counties. Sellers issued the following statement: “As a second-generation […]

by John Reid