Can Qasim Rashid Be a United Force for Muslims?

As the Congressional VA-01 District race enters its final week, Democratic candidate Qasim Rashid has gained a lot of momentum from progressives in his battle against his Republican opponent Rob Wittman. Rashid continues to receive endorsements from the Working Families Party to Democratic Senators. In the midst of the campaign, he has also had to […]

Virginia House Passes Justice Reform Legislation

Yesterday evening during the Virginia General Assembly passed the following police and criminal justice reforms: HB 5049 – Demilitarizing police departments by prohibiting the acquisition and use of certain weapons and military equipment by law enforcement agencies. The bill prohibits the use of such military property by a law-enforcement officer unless a waiver has been granted […]

Who Is Qasim Rashid?

We all know Qasim Rashid as the human rights lawyer running against Congressman Rob Wittman in Virginia’s First Congressional District. However, who is the man behind the campaigns, away from the politics? I had the opportunity to virtually sit down with Rashid and ask him some questions to give voters a moment to learn more […]

New PAC Targets Rashid’s Faith as VA01 Race Heats Up

After months of attacking his opponent for religious beliefs, Congressman Rob Wittman is denying any involvement in the formation of a political action committee involving a registered sex offender. According to the Federal Elections Commission website, Congressman Rob Wittman, who represents Virginia’s First Congressional District, authorized the creation of a political action committee called “Muslims […]

VA-01 Congressional Candidate Qasim Rashid Introduces Compassion for Veterans Plan

Active Duty and Reserve Duty military veterans have been for decades some of the most forgotten individuals when it comes to receiving even basic benefits to survive. Despite dedicating years of sacrifice and service, the challenge to have themselves and their families provided for can be enormous. Yesterday, Congressional VA-01 District Democratic candidate Qasim Rashid […]