Posts Tagged Glenn Youngkin
A look at how Virginia could be impacted by Youngkin tax cuts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 14, 2021
Republicans are about to take control in Richmond. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’re hoping to deliver on their campaign promises.
Eliminating the grocery tax would leave some local governments looking to replace that revenue
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 3, 2021
On the campaign trail, the Republican candidate for governor said he wanted to eliminate the sales tax on groceries. Now that Glenn Youngkin’s about to take office, lawmakers are about to start considering how to make that happen. Michael Pope reports.
Democrats in the state Senate likely to serve as a check on the Youngkin administration’s agenda
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 22, 2021
Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin will enter the Executive Mansion with a Republican House of Delegates. But, he’ll also be facing a Democratically-controlled Senate. Michael Pope reports.
Budget planning for schools will be more difficult because of COVID-19
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 18, 2021
A presentation by budget planners Tuesday revealed the extra obstacles school closures face to education funding, two years out. Jahd Khalil has details.
Charter Schools Appear Poised to Change Dramatically Next Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 9, 2021
The upcoming session of the General Assembly may see some major changes in terms of how charter schools work in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin Meets Northam As Transition Begins
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 5, 2021
With voting in Virginia’s gubernatorial election over, a Republican is heading back to Virginia’s Governor’s Mansion. Governor Ralph Northam met Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin there for lunch in the first step of what appears to be a collaborative transition. Jahd Khalil reports.
Trump Will Be on the Call for a Telephone Rally Monday Night, Youngkin Declines to Participate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 1, 2021
Donald Trump is expected to call into a telephone town hall tonight to speak in favor of Republican candidate for governor Glenn Youngkin. Michael Pope has this preview.
Youngkin, McAuliffe to Meet in Final Debate Tuesday Night
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 27, 2021
The race for governor is in the spotlight this week, as the two major-party candidates meet for the last time in a televised debate. Michael Pope has this preview.
Republican Glenn Youngkin Rolls Out Tax Proposals
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2021
Republican candidate for governor Glenn Youngkin is providing some more detail about what he might do if elected. Michael Pope reports.
New CNU Poll: Nine Point Lead for McAuliffe
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 26, 2021
A new poll in the race for governor is showing a significant lead for one candidate. Michael Pope has details.
You can see the entire poll here.
New Poll: McAuliffe Holds a 5-Point Advantage Over Youngkin
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 11, 2021
The August temperatures aren’t the only thing getting hotter. The campaign for governor is heating up as the fall election season draws closer. Michael Pope reports.
Here’s a link to the poll.
Glenn Youngkin Still Not Ready to Answer Questions About Abortion
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 14, 2021
Republican candidate for governor Glenn Youngkin is on the campaign trail talking to voters. But, he’s not answering questions about one hot-button issue. Michael Pope reports.
A Hot Mic Could Have Lasting Impacts on the Gubernatorial Race
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 8, 2021
The politics of abortion are taking center stage in the race for governor. Michael Pope reports.
New Polling Shows a Close Gubernatorial Race So Far
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 14, 2021
Now that candidates in the race for governor have been determined, a couple of new polls show it’s already a tight race. Michael Pope reports.
Glenn Youngkin Has Loaned $12 Million to His Campaign, More Could Be on the Horizon
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 3, 2021
Candidates are often forced to work the phones raising money. But, one wealthy candidate doesn’t have to worry about that. Michael Pope reports.
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