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Dec 04 2023
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Glenn Youngkin blasts Virginia arts festival canceling Hanukkah celebration: 'Absurd and antisemitic'
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin did not mince words at the news of an Old Dominion town's art and music festival canceling a Hanukkah menorah lighting. On Sunday, LoveLight Placemaking, the nonprofit that runs Williamsburg, Virginia's 2nd Sundays Art and Music Festival, canceled a scheduled menorah lighting featuring a local rabbi, citing Israel's war against the Palestinian terrorist
Fox News DigitalNov 03 2021
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Republican Glenn Youngkin wins Virginia governor’s race
Virginia voters chose Republican Glenn Youngkin as their next governor, a dramatic reversal for a state that had appeared solidly Democratic in recent years and a significant loss for President Biden and the party’s establishment.
Former Democratic governor Terry McAuliffe came up short in his bid to become only the second Virginia governor since the Civil War to win a second term, with
Washington PostNov 03 2021
Opinion
What Glenn Youngkin’s Virginia win means for Democrats
After a string of election victories in Virginia, Democrats thought the state had turned blue, but Republican Glenn Youngkin has won this year’s governor’s contest, defeating former Gov. Terry McAuliffe and delivering the state back into the GOP’s hands. Media outlets called the race for Youngkin early Wednesday morning.
The final margin isn’t yet clear, but no matter what, it
VoxSep 22 2023
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Glenn Youngkin issues state of emergency for Virginia ahead of Tropical Storm Ophelia
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) issued a state of emergency for Virginia ahead of a storm expected to hit Friday. “As this storm has organized and strengthened, it's becoming clear based on the latest forecasts that impacts to the commonwealth are likely,” Youngkin said in a statement. “We want to ensure that all communities, particularly those with the greatest anticipated impact, have the
Washington ExaminerMay 14 2024
News
Virginia averts shutdown after Youngkin signs budget into law
Virginia lawmakers averted a shutdown in the commonwealth by agreeing to, and passing into law, a budget for the state after gridlock earlier in the year. Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) signed a budget into law on Monday that compromised with Democratic leadership in the state House and Senate. Youngkin was able to prevent any increases to taxes, while Democrats were able to secure boosts to
Washington ExaminerNov 08 2023
Opinion
Glenn Youngkin Bet His Political Future on a ‘Less Extreme’ Abortion Ban and Lost
Up until last night, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin was seen as a probable kingmaker, potential Republican presidential contender, and the future of a party in disarray.
In an election where every seat in the state legislature was on the ballot, Democrats kept their narrow advantage in the state Senate and wrested control of the House of Delegates from the GOP. Youngkin might not have
Daily BeastMay 11 2024
News
VCU students walk out of commencement during Youngkin address
RICHMOND — Dozens of Virginia Commonwealth University students walked out of their graduation ceremony Saturday morning as Gov. Glenn Youngkin delivered the commencement address, demonstrating support for Palestinians and protesting some of the Republican’s crusade against efforts to promote racial equity in education.
The selection of Youngkin as speaker drew criticism from some ahead
Washington PostApr 10 2024
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Glenn R. Waltz
Glenn R. Waltz, 88, St. Helen, died April 6, 2024, at the Villa of West Branch. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held and announced at a later date. A military service at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly is being planned for family and close friends. Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Grand Blanc Township, handled arrangements. He was born in Flint, Sept.
Houghton Lake RegisterMay 11 2024
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VCU students walk out of commencement protesting Youngkin speech
Students at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) walked out of their commencement ceremony to protest an address by Gov. Glenn Younkin (R-Va.). About 100 of the 1,200 graduates at the graduation ceremony Saturday quietly filed out of the Greater Richmond Convention Center, some wearing kaffiyeh scarves and signs reading “Teach Black history” and “Book bans [do not equal] respect for
The HillMay 10 2024
News
Budget leaders reach deal with Youngkin on Virginia spending plan
Virginia budget negotiators and Gov. Glenn Youngkin have reached a compromise on the next two-year state spending plan that would include 3% raises for state employees and teachers while not raising taxes and risking a potential veto by Youngkin. House Appropriations Chairman Luke Torian confirmed Thursday that the General Assembly's budget leaders have reached a deal with Youngkin that they
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