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March 31, 2022 at 2:09 PM

Community Events, COVID Boosters, & Celebrating Ramadan

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate We are less than a week away from the beginning of Special Session.     Dear friends, We are less than a week away from the beginning of Special Session. On April 4, legislators will convene again in Richmond to finalize the state budget a…

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March 31, 2022 at 1:58 AM

It doesn't have to be this way, team

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate How we act now matters! Team, Tomorrow is a big day. It’s not just our first major end-of-quarter reporting period, it also sets the precedent for the next elections. Let’s ensure there’s no doubt that the Commonwealth is for the people…

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March 24, 2022 at 4:40 PM

Consequential Legislation From the 2022 Session

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Spring has sprung! Sunday, March 20, marked the official start of the Spring season.     Dear friends, Spring has sprung! Sunday, March 20, marked the official start of the Spring season. I hope you have found time to enjoy the outdoors du…

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March 23, 2022 at 6:34 PM

What Virginians stand to lose

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate During the last legislative session, Republicans made multiple attempts to restrict ballot access by rolling back key voting rights expansions made over the past several years: Greetings, During the last legislative session, Republicans ma…

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March 18, 2022 at 6:03 PM

This is the best the GOP can do

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate I’m dismayed by the GOP’s repeated attempts to undermine public education. Greetings, As Chair of the Senate Public Education Subcommittee—and more importantly, as an educator—I’ve been dismayed by the GOP’s repeated attempts to undermine …

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March 17, 2022 at 2:51 PM

Post Session Wrap-Up

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate With the adjournment of the 2022 General Assembly, I have a lot to share with you. Thank you for taking the time to read our newsletter and staying informed about the current happenings around Virginia Senate District 10.     Dear friends, …

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March 17, 2022 at 1:01 AM

This is why Democrats must keep winning, team

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate I will always fight Republicans is their repeated attempts to discriminate against the LGBTQ+ community. Greetings, I believe firmly that good government requires political parties to be willing to compromise and seek bipartisan solutions.…

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March 10, 2022 at 4:54 PM

Final Week of Session

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll give an update on my legislation, highlight some incredible constituents from Chesterfield, talk about opportunities to get involved in local government, discuss community events from this week, and share information about the Sorensen Insti…

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March 3, 2022 at 4:14 PM

The Final Weeks of Session

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll share an update on some of the final stages of my legislation, elaborate on recent constituent meetings, honor Women’s History Month, and highlight the new DMV service model.   Dear friends, This week, I’ll share an update …

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February 25, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Eighth Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll share an update on my legislation post-crossover, discuss a summer opportunity to work with Virginia State Parks, highlight an art grant opportunity for local nursing homes, and elaborate on a few recent constituent meetings. …

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February 17, 2022 at 3:46 PM

Seventh Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll share an update on my legislation, discuss an opportunity for free financial aid application assistance, highlight two proposed constitutional amendments, and talk about ways to get involved in volunteer opportunities across the Tenth Senate…

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February 10, 2022 at 3:47 PM

Sixth Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll share an update on my legislation, discuss highlights from our first Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Caucus town hall, talk about ways to get involved in the redistricting process in the City of Richmond, and list some events happenin…

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February 4, 2022 at 6:14 PM

Fifth Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate We are fewer than two weeks away from crossover—the last day for each Chamber to act on its own legislation.    Dear friends, We are fewer than two weeks away from crossover—the last day for each Chamber to act on its own legislation. Thi…

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January 27, 2022 at 7:05 PM

Third Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll provide updates on the legislation I am carrying this session, share reflections from meetings with constituents this week, and remind you of the many ways you can get involved and stay informed during the General Assembly session. …

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January 22, 2022 at 12:47 AM

Second Week of Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll give an update about the progress of my legislation, honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., recognize Refugee Advocacy Day, and provide information about COVID-19 at-home tests.   Dear friends, This week, I’ll giv…

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January 13, 2022 at 4:44 PM

First Week of Session

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I will share the legislation I’ve introduced this session, talk about how to stay in-touch with my office and my office’s updated COVID policies, and discuss the upcoming gubernatorial transition. Dear friends, This week, I will…

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January 6, 2022 at 7:20 PM

Pre-Session Update

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate We have been through a remarkably challenging year: 2021 affected each of our families in different ways, and I know that many of us are missing beloved faces at our gatherings. Dear friends, We have been through a remarkably challenging y…

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December 31, 2021 at 6:27 PM

We’re almost at our goal, team

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Our year-end fundraising goal is within reach… Greetings, Our year-end fundraising goal is within reach—less than $1,700 to go!—and I was hoping I could count on you to help us close the gap before New Year’s. Can you make a last-minute c…

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December 28, 2021 at 11:24 PM

An update on the new maps

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Redistricting has been a hot topic lately, and for good reason. Dear team, Virginia’s new proposed district maps have been released, and it doesn’t look good for my Senate district. Granted, these maps are still tentative pending the state…

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December 25, 2021 at 1:02 PM

Merry Christmas

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate From my family to yours, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas.   Dear friends, My family and I wish everyone who is celebrating today a very Merry Christmas. During this time, may we all focus on the messages of peace, forgiveness,…

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December 17, 2021 at 6:29 PM

Pay raises for teachers and officers

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate If you can believe it, December is halfway over! The last week has been busy with constituents, co-hosting a conference, volunteering, holding a town hall, and attending appointed commission meetings. Dear friends, If you can believe it, …

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December 10, 2021 at 5:33 PM

Town Hall, Expansion of Services, CiS, and Lights Up for Heroes

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, I’ll discuss new Medicaid and DMV services, talk about a visit to one of SD-10’s elementary schools, and share information about a state-wide campaign for our healthcare workers. Dear friends, This week, I’ll discuss new Medicai…

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December 7, 2021 at 7:06 PM

I can’t believe we still have to make the case for reproductive rights

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate The Supreme Court appears poised to roll back reproductive rights for millions of Americans. Dear team, The Supreme Court appears poised to roll back reproductive rights for millions of Americans. Soon, the 6-3 conservative court will hand…

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December 3, 2021 at 3:58 PM

This week’s theme is kindness.

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate We decided to give this week’s newsletter a theme—kindness. Dear friends, We decided to give this week’s newsletter a theme—kindness. In this edition, I’ll send well wishes to those celebrating Hanukkah, reflect on recent visits to a Chest…

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November 29, 2021 at 11:29 PM

Taking a stand for environmental justice

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate From my first day in office, environmental justice has been an important focus of my work. Dear team, From my first day in office, environmental justice has been an important focus of my work. We’re facing an uncertain future thanks to cl…

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November 25, 2021 at 1:57 PM

Happy Thanksgiving

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate From my family to yours, I want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving . Dear friends, Happy Thanksgiving — may your home be filled with the joy of family, friends, and the bounties of fellowship and love. With appreciation, — Ghazala  …

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November 19, 2021 at 4:38 PM

We have to keep fighting, team

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate It’s going to take time before we know the full story of the 2021 election, but it’s pretty clear that we lost a lot of ground. Dear friends, It’s going to take time before we know the full story of the 2021 election, but it’s pretty clear…

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November 18, 2021 at 3:55 PM

Conferences, the holiday season, and Transgender Remembrance Day

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week I discuss two recent conferences, talk about ways you can help the community this Thanksgiving season, and reflect on Transgender Remembrance Day. Dear friends, This week I discuss two recent conferences, talk about ways you can…

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November 11, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Veterans Day, Election Reflections, A Special Visit, and Community Announcements

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week we honor the veterans who have served our country, I reflect on the election results and a visit with students from Mt. Holyoke College, and I provide updates on events impacting Senate District 10. Dear friends, This week we hon…

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October 28, 2021 at 9:40 PM

Redistricting, Final Voting Days, and Local Highlights

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, we reflect on our insightful town hall, discuss getting out the vote, celebrate “Read Aloud to a Child” week, and more. Dear friends, This week, we reflect on our insightful town hall, discuss getting out the vote, celebrate “R…

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October 26, 2021 at 6:40 PM

Redistricting Town Hall

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Please join Senator Ghazala Hashmi, Senator Jennifer McClellan, and Delegate Betsy Carr for a virtual town hall with special guest, Professor Henry Chambers, Jr. from the University of Richmond School of Law. Dear friends, Please join me,…

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October 21, 2021 at 8:39 PM

Our October Town Hall, Expanding Early Voting, and Community Events

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Fall is officially here: leaves are falling, there’s a crisp feeling in the air, and we are all being flooded with political mailers. Dear friends, Fall is officially here: leaves are falling, there’s a crisp feeling in the air, and we are…

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October 14, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Critical Efforts in October

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate This week, we discuss community events, recognize the campaigns taking place in October, remind everyone about the Senate Page Program, and talk about the upcoming election. Dear friends, This week, we discuss community events, recognize t…

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October 8, 2021 at 7:22 PM

Join me this weekend

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate Please join me this weekend for two exciting events in support of our state wide elected candidates. Full details are below — I hope you to see you there. Dear friends, Please join me this weekend for two exciting events in support of our …

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October 7, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Voting, the Senate Page Program, and engaging with the District 10 community

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate I hope you and your families are enjoying the crisp weather and favorite Fall activities. This week, we touch on the election currently underway in the Commonwealth, our Senate Page Program, and several engagements I’ve had this week in the community. …

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September 30, 2021 at 6:21 PM

Voting, the Senate Page Program, and engaging with the District 10 community

Ghazala Hashmi for Virginia State Senate I hope you and your families are enjoying the crisp weather and favorite Fall activities. This week, we touch on the election currently underway in the Commonwealth, our Senate Page Program, and several engagements I’ve had this week in the community. …

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September 23, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Pink Flamingo Week, Richmond ARP funding, Virginia Employment Commission, and resettlement of Afghan refugees

Can you believe we’re almost through September? This week, we highlight the upcoming Pink Flamingo Week for Chesterfield County Public Schools, an invitation for Richmond residents to provide feedback on the distribution of American Rescue Plan dollars, updates on the Virginia Employment Commissi…

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September 16, 2021 at 2:49 PM

Celebrating Yom Kippur, and updates on voting rights, COVID-19 vaccinations, and the Virginia Agriculture Food Assistance Program

This week, we wish all who celebrate Yom Kippur “G’mar chatima tova!” We also provide updates on the Virginia Agriculture Food Assistance Program and Fund, note the signing of a critical voting rights bill, and pass along resources on COVID-19 vaccinations.       Friends, This week…

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September 14, 2021 at 3:49 PM

Fewer than fifty days to go...

We’ve got fewer than fifty days, friends. Fifty days to get out the vote in every corner of the 10th District and across Virginia.     We’ve got fewer than fifty days, friends. Fifty days to get out the vote in every corner of the 10th District and across Virginia. Fifty days to le…

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September 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Labor Day, Rosh Hashanah, and other updates

This week, we reflect on Labor Day, celebrate Rosh Hashanah, commemorate the sobering Twentieth Anniversary of September 11, 2001, and address a few updates that concern us in District 10.       Friends, This week, we reflect on Labor Day, celebrate Rosh Hashanah, commemorate the …

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September 2, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Back to school!

This week, our focus is on school reopenings in Senate District 10, the ongoing search for school bus drivers, a town hall with the Richmond-area delegation, and reminders to register to vote.       Friends, This week, our focus is on school reopenings in Senate District 10, the o…

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August 26, 2021 at 1:02 PM

The Democrats who will lead us to a stronger Virginia

As Democrats, we’ve made incredible gains over the last few years — for common sense gun safety reform, the environment, equal rights, increased wages, and much more.     The Virginia statewide election is just over two months away, friends. With early voting beginning three weeks f…

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August 23, 2021 at 7:45 PM

RE: Ground zero

The next three elections in Virginia will come down to Chesterfield County, Friends. Friends — did you catch this email my team sent last week? The most recent analysis of this fall's election in Virginia shows that Chesterfield County will be the key to holding the Virginia Governorshi…

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August 19, 2021 at 2:05 PM

TONIGHT: Town Hall with the Richmond-area delegation

Next Thursday, August 19, from 7PM-8:30PM, I am hosting an After Special Session Town Hall, along with my Richmond-area colleagues from the General Assembly, to provide updates on our work in the Special Session and answer questions from constituents.       Friends, TONIGHT, Thurs…

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August 17, 2021 at 8:12 PM

Ground zero

The next three elections in Virginia will come down to Chesterfield County, Friends.   The next three elections in Virginia will come down to Chesterfield County, Friends. Can you chip in to Ghazala’s campaign right now? Keeping Chesterfield County blue is critical to holding the Vi…

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August 13, 2021 at 2:03 PM

NEXT WEEK: Town Hall with the Richmond-area delegation

Next Thursday, August 19, from 7PM-8:30PM, I am hosting an After Special Session Town Hall, along with my Richmond-area colleagues from the General Assembly, to provide updates on our work in the Special Session and answer questions from constituents.       Friends, Next Thursday,…

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August 12, 2021 at 3:27 PM

Vaccine mandates, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Child Tax Credit, Special Session, a Town Hall invitation, and more

Summer rapidly advances, and we have several updates on pressing important issues for our communities within Senatorial District 10.       Friends, Summer rapidly advances, and we have several updates on pressing important issues for our communities within Senatorial District 10. …

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August 5, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Updates on the Special Session

Over the next two weeks, I will be in the Special Session of the Virginia General Assembly, where we will allocate funding from the American Rescue Plan and also decide on judicial appointments to the Virginia Court of Appeals.       Friends, Over the next two weeks, I will be in …

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July 29, 2021 at 5:29 PM

CORRECTION: Back to School, VEC Requirements, and the Special Session

As the summer comes to a close and the school year begins in earnest, I hope you and your families are cherishing this quality time together.     In the version of this newsletter we sent to you this morning, we made a mistake in the back-to-school dates and calendars — they have be…

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July 29, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Back to School, VEC Requirements, and the Special Session

As the summer comes to a close and the school year begins in earnest, I hope you and your families are cherishing this quality time together.       Friends, As the summer comes to a close and the school year begins in earnest, I hope you and your families are cherishing this quali…

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