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This weekend we held an outdoor campaign event in Stafford, VA. Our team set up large Rashid for Congress signs throughout the space to help attendees find their way. It wasn't long before Trump supporters began driving by, honking, and waving their flags...

Soon a few Trump supporters walked up to our event space waving their flags. Perhaps it was an attempt to interrupt or intimidate, or, just to exercise their free speech.

I quickly realized that a decision needed to be made: Do I ignore them or do I tell them to leave?

I decided neither. Instead, I called them over.

"Hey y'all, you don't have to stand over there waving that flag. You can come join us. Our events are open to all. We're expanding our tent, not closing it down."

To their credit, they came and joined our group and listened in.

When we began a Q&A with our supporters Chad asked a question with a claim that Democrats want to “pack the court.”

My response had a few points:

• Republicans have won the popular vote only 1 of the last 7 Presidential elections but have nominated 14 of last 19 SCOTUS picks.
• Mitch McConnell denied President Obama's appointments of 110 Federal judges, and a SCOTUS appointment.
• Those 110 appointments were then appointed by President Trump with conservative judges, and the SCOTUS pick denied to Obama was given to Trump.
• Now, going back on their own rule to not appoint SCOTUS justices in an election year, the GOP wants to appoint a justice in an election year.

Bottom line: You can't accuse Democrats of a hypothetical event that never happened while ignoring the actual court packing done by Republicans.

Chad the Trump supporter was silent and finally responded, "yeah I agree that's hypocritical."

Here's the truth. I'm running as a Democrat because I believe the Democratic platform is more aligned with justice. But if you're looking for me to say that Democrats can do no wrong, and Republicans can do no right, then you've found the wrong guy because I don't believe that. I'm committed to upholding justice as the supreme standard.

If you’re looking for a candidate committed to this cause, I need your support to have the resources to connect with more constituents like Chad. Donate now.

At this weekend’s event, the tone changed from one of hostility and distrust to one of recognizing that we as Americans truly want the same things—justice and fairness.

As the event ended, at least 5 of the attendees walked up to me and shared that they're lifelong Republicans who have never voted Democrat before, and have always voted for my GOP opponent. But now, for the first time in their life they're voting for a Democrat—Qasim Rashid—for US Congress.

It’s stories like this that show me we can not only win, but find common ground with all constituents along the way.

I'm committed to ensuring I represent all my constituents, not just those who vote for me. And they see that I truly represent the people and reject CorpPAC money. But I need your support to compete with my opponent's deep pockets. Donate now and while you’re at it make it a weekly recurring donation for the final two weeks.

We left the event with more volunteers, more support, and a more united community. That's what we're fighting for. We need you in this fight with us. In these final 15 days, join us and let's form that more perfect union—together.

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With peace,

Qasim



 

Qasim Rashid is a human rights lawyer who has dedicated his life to supporting women who are survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and to serving children from vulnerable communities. Qasim is running to transform his advocacy into results for the working families of Virginia’s 1st District.

Qasim aspires for a campaign built on transparency and trust, and is putting in the work to connect with voters districtwide. Together, you and Qasim, can make Virginia an even better place to call home. Contribute now.

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