Sister District has just announced its endorsement of JJ Singh (VA HD 26) and Del. Kannan Srinivasan (VA SD 32) for the upcoming Virginia Special Election taking place on January 7, 2025, and we need to pull out the stops to get these candidates elected!

What's at stake

• Control of Virginia’s State Legislature. Currently, Democrats hold a slim 21-19 majority in the state Senate and a 51-49 majority in the state House. A Republican victory in the Senate will allow the GOP lieutenant governor to cast tie-breaking votes, effectively shifting control to Republicans. In the state House, a loss for Democrats would force a power-sharing agreement and lead to a legislative gridlock. 
• The future of Virginia’s policies on abortion rights, health care, education, and more. If Republicans succeed in holding the Governor’s mansion and flipping the House of Delegates next November, maintaining a “blue wall” in the State Senate will be vital for Democrats to block conservative policy initiatives and protect key legislative priorities. With Democrats currently controlling the VA Senate, maintaining control of the House of Delegates is crucial for Democrats to reestablish a Democratic trifecta with a victory in the governor’s race next year.
• A bellwether for 2025. Given its diverse electorate and its influence on national political narratives, the outcome of these races will serve as a bellwether for future electoral shifts across the country. 

You CAN make a difference.

Here's how.

1.  Put down your eggnog!

2.  Join a phonebank!  Sign up for JJ's and Kannan’s campaigns' virtual phonebanks, happening Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays here: phonebank

3.  Knock on some doors!   Join JJ's and Kannan’s campaigns' canvassing events between now and January 7 here: knock doors

4.  Split a donation!  You can Donate here

5.  Tell your friends!  Encourage them to participate and VOTE if you're eligible!

About our candidates

Kannan Srinivasan (VA SD 32)  -- Originally from Tamil Nadu, India, Kannan moved to the US in 1992 to pursue a master's in accounting. After a personal experience with the US healthcare system, he became an advocate for accessible healthcare, helping expand Medicaid in Virginia to over 2 million people. He has a long career in finance and business analytics, and serves on multiple healthcare boards. In 2023, he became the first Indian American immigrant elected to Virginia's House of Delegates, passing eight bipartisan bills on issues like youth mental health and opioid addiction. He is now running for the State Senate to continue his work for Virginians' prosperity.

JJ Singh (VA HD 26) --  A Northern Virginia native and the son of Indian immigrants, JJ has dedicated his career to public service and economic development. He was the first turbaned Sikh to serve in the US Peace Corps, working on microloans and business development in Bolivia. He later served in the Obama Administration and as an Economic Policy Advisor to Senator Chris Coons. In the private sector, he has focused on affordable housing and sustainable development. Active in his community, he serves on the Loudoun County Economic Development Advisory Commission and as Treasurer of the Loudoun County Democratic Committee. Now running for Delegate, JJ aims to champion affordable childcare, quality education, gun safety, and reproductive rights.

You can read more about both candidates here  

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Paid for by Sister District Project. Authorized by Kannan for Virginia (candidate for SD 32) and Friends of JJ Singh (candidate for HD 26).