“I want to make the 31st District as equitable and inclusive as possible.” These were the words of Kara Pitek, Democratic candidate for Virginia’s 31st District in the House of Delegates, and she recently shared what life has been like since announcing her candidacy for the seat currently held by Delegate Elizabeth Guzman, who is […]
Delegate Elizabeth Guzman (D-31st District), who would be the first woman and Latinx person to ever serve as Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, today welcomed the endorsement of Teamsters Local 639. “Labor loves Elizabeth Guzman,” said John Gibson, President of Teamsters Local 639. “Virginia is historically one of the worst states in the nation when it comes […]
As a community activist fighting to combat homelessness and environmental injustice, Idris O’ Connor knows what it’s like to go through challenges and overcome them through hard work and determination. Now, he looks to bring those qualities to the 31st District House of Delegates as the Democratic nominee. Recently, O’ Connor talked with The PW […]
The Virginia General Assembly has passed a budget that includes Delegate Elizabeth Guzman’s amendment to allow undocumented women access to pre-natal care through FAMIS. “Health care is a human right, and I am so happy that Virginia will allow women to access pre-natal care regardless of immigration status,” said Delegate Guzman, who is the first Latina immigrant elected […]
Delegate Elizabeth Guzman’s (D-31st District) bill to provide 40 hours of annual paid sick leave to home health care workers who serve patients enrolled in Medicaid will advance to the Senate Floor. The bill, which would have initially covered all essential workers, was amended and advanced yesterday by the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee. The Senate […]
In a year that has already seen a record number of candidates running in both local and general elections, committees are doing their part to ensure that they are on the ballot. On Saturday the Prince William County Democratic Women’s Caucus along with the Potomac District Democratic Committee hosted the Candidate’s Petition Parkway in Dumfries. […]
Yesterday was a dark day in U.S. history as domestic terrorists stormed the Capitol in Washington, D.C. The insurrection resulted in several arrests and one woman being shot and killed. Delegate Elizabeth Guzman, who is running for Lieutenant Governor, issued the following statement on the insurrection via a press release: “We woke up this morning […]
Kara Pitek’s life has been dedicated to serving the community. Whether it’s working in non-profit organizations to help families with affordable housing, being a consistent voice for equality, or serving as Chairwoman of the Potomac District Democratic Committee, Pitek has made it a mission to elevate the well-being of others. Now, she has taken that […]
Tonight the Democratic candidates for the Second District House of Delegates met in a virtual forum to discuss the important issues prior to the firehouse primary that will take place on Sunday December 13. Sponsored by the Woodbridge, Potomac and Stafford Democratic Committees and hosted by 31st Delegate Elizabeth Guzman, the forum asked nine questions […]
On Monday, Oct. 5th, Elizabeth Guzman (D-31) opened a historic campaign for Lieutenant Governor. If elected, she would be the first woman and first Latinx to serve as Lietenant Governor. In 2017, Guzman made history when she was elected to the House of Delegates and became the first Latina immigrant to serve in the Virginia […]
