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Marie Albiges writes about state government and politics. A graduate of Christopher Newport University, Marie has previously covered local government, courts, breaking news and education in Williamsburg and Texas.
The region’s most closely watched congressional race is — once again — between Elaine Luria and Scott Taylor. Veteran Democrats Mark Warner and Bobby Scott are heavily favored to win re-election.
This November, voters will decide whether to continue allowing state lawmakers to draw the legislative and congressional districts, or let a commission of lawmakers and citizens take over the process for good.
Majorities support civilian police oversight boards, more public disclosure of complaints against officers and a ban on neck restraints like the one that killed George Floyd.
The legislature has been busy with passing criminal justice reform bills Democrats in control say are long overdue and approving legislation related to COVID-19.