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<title><![CDATA[Deeds, Wagner claim nods for Governor, Lt. Governor]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 8:59:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Creigh Deeds and Jody Wagner join Steve Shannon to complete the 2009 Democratic ticket. Congratulations to all our candidates!
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<title><![CDATA[Stand up for Virginia!]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 1:51:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t let Bob McDonnell and House Republicans get away with sending $125 million of your federal tax dollars back to Washington.
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<title><![CDATA[Governor Kaine Marks Conclusion of Significant Legislative Session]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 12:03:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Governor Tim Kaine closed out the 2009 General Assembly session with a number of key victories, including a landmark ban on smoking in restaurants throughout the Commonwealth. Additionally, the Virginia budget is the first state budget in the nation to incorporate funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
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<title><![CDATA[General Assembly 2009]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:05:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The 2009 session of the Virginia General Assembly is underway - stay up on all the news from Richmond with the House and Senate Democratic caucuses.
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<title><![CDATA[President Clinton to Headline Jefferson-Jackson]]></title>

<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 2:14:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Democratic Party of Virginia is pleased to announce that former President Bill Clinton will deliver the keynote address at the 2009 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.
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<title><![CDATA[Thank you, Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 8:13:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>On Election Day, Virginia made history, as Barack Obama became the first Democrat in 44 years to carry the Commonwealth. Meanwhile, Mark Warner was elected to the U.S. Senate, and Virginia Democrats picked up three congressional seats and control of the delegation!
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<title><![CDATA[VOTE!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 5:59:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Election Day has finally arrived - don&#8217;t miss your chance to help Virginia make history! Polls are open from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM tonight. The link above will take you to the Obama campaign&#8217;s Virginia Election Center, where you can find your polling place or request a ride to the polls.
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<title><![CDATA[The Big Finale]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 8:22:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tonight, Sen. Barack Obama finishes his general election campaign in the same place he started it: Virginia.
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama in Virginia Beach]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 8:15:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>With less than a week until Election Day, Barack Obama returns to Virginia on Thursday for a rally in Virginia Beach.
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama in Norfolk, Harrisonburg]]></title>

<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 7:58:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Barack returns to Virginia for trip number nine on Tuesday, visiting Harbor Park in Norfolk and James Madison University in Harrisonburg.
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<title><![CDATA[Joe Biden in Martinsville]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 8:12:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. Joe Biden stumps in Martinsville on Friday with a Change We Need Rally at Patrick Henry Community College.
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama in Richmond]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:50:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Barack Obama holds a rally at the Richmond Coliseum on Wednesday, his eighth stop in Virginia since the primaries.
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama in Roanoke]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 1:16:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. Barack Obama campaigns with Sen. Jim Webb in Roanoke on Friday, marking his seventh trip to Virginia since the primaries.
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<title><![CDATA[Final Debate Tonight]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 9:01:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Barack Obama and John McCain face off tonight in their last debate before the election - check it out at a Campaign for Change watch party near you!
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<title><![CDATA[Senator Webb and GMU to Host Criminal Justice Symposium]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 4:26:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Next Wednesday, Sen. Webb and George Mason University host a symposium entitled &#8220;Drugs in America: Trafficking, Policy and Sentencing.&#8221;
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<title><![CDATA[VOTE!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 8:53:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>New voter registration has ended - but if you&#8217;re eligible to vote absentee, early voting has already begun.
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<title><![CDATA[Voter Registration Deadline is TODAY]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:09:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Today is the final day for voter registration in Virginia. Don&#8217;t delay!
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama in Newport News]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 8:58:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Barack Obama makes yet another trip to Virginia this weekend for a Saturday morning rally in Newport News.
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<title><![CDATA[Obama and Biden back in Virginia - Again!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:54:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Barack Obama and Joe Biden return to Virginia yet again this weekend, with a rally this Saturday in Fredericksburg.
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<title><![CDATA[Today in Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 9:41:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>NBC&#8217;s &#8220;Today&#8221; show broadcasted live from Williamsburg this morning, with reports from across the Commonwealth - where polls continue to show Barack Obama and John McCain in a dead heat. Check out the highlights here!
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<title><![CDATA[Gov. Sebelius in Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 2:02:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius stops in Richmond and Williamsburg on Tuesday, hosting two roundtable discussions on Barack Obama&#8217;s economic proposals.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Webbâs Influence Expands]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 3:14:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Esquire magazine has named Virginia Sen. Jim Webb one of the &#8220;75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century.&#8221;
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<title><![CDATA[Joe Biden back in Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 7:00:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Obama campaign returns to Virginia yet again this Friday, as Joe Biden headlines a rally in Sterling.
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<title><![CDATA[Michelle Obama returns to Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 7:00:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>After a trip to Hampton Roads last month, Michelle Obama is back in Virginia this week with stops in Richmond and Charlottesville.
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<title><![CDATA[Former GOP Governor Stumps for Obama]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 8:17:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Linwood Holton, Virginia&#8217;s first Republican governor since Reconstruction, campaigns across Southwest Virginia today for Barack Obama.
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<title><![CDATA[Barack Obama back in Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2008 8:27:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. Barack Obama&#8217;s presidential campaign returns to Virginia this week with a stop in Lebanon.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Joe Biden in Virginia Today]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 9:38:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>VP Nominee Joe Biden visits Virginia Beach this afternoon to discuss national security.
</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Democrats Barnstorm Virginia Over Labor Day Weekend]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 9:54:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Virginia Democrats kicked off the Labor Day political season by knocking over 125,000 doors across the state!
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner canvass kickoff]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 4:10:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Check out this great video from our Fredericksburg canvass kickoff!
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<title><![CDATA[Americaâs Town Hall]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 4:45:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>For the first time, you can be a part of the Democratic National Convention without ever leaving Virginia.
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<title><![CDATA[Michelle Obama in Norfolk]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 9:23:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Join Michelle Obama, Tim Kaine, and Anne Holton tomorrow for an evening in Norfolk, featuring a musical performance by Bruce Hornsby.
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<title><![CDATA[100 Days to History]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 9:12:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Join us this weekend for the &#8220;100 Days to History&#8221; canvass!
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner launches new ad]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 9:30:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Mark Warner U.S. Senate campaign begins airing a new ad on energy this week. Check it out here!
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<title><![CDATA[WarnerWire]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:52:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Trying to keep up with all the latest news from Mark Warner&#8217;s campaign for U.S. Senate? Look no further!
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Webbâs GI Bill Becomes Law]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 4:19:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>President Bush signed Sen. Jim Webb&#8217;s 21st Century GI Bill into law this week, vastly expanding educational opportunities for post-9/11 military veterans.
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<title><![CDATA[Webb introduces paid leave measure for federal employees]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:47:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>A new, bipartisan bill from Sen. Jim Webb would provide four weeks of paid leave to federal employees for the birth or adoption of a child.
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<title><![CDATA[Virginia Democrats Field Full Slate of Candidates]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2008 8:47:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>For the first time in years, the Democratic Party of Virginia is fielding a candidate in every one of the Commonwealth&#8217;s 11 congressional districts.
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<title><![CDATA[Democratic Presidential Nominee Barack Obama Back in Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2008 5:06:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>This week, Sen. Barack Obama made history when he won enough delegates to become the Democratic Presidential nominee. Now, hes coming back to the Commonwealth, making two stops.
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner Launches First TV Ad]]></title>

<pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2008 12:09:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Warner campaign&#8217;s first television commercial begins airing this week, highlighting Governor Warner&#8217;s bipartisan success in balancing Virginia&#8217;s budget while responsibly addressing a $6 billion revenue shortfall.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Virginia- and our troops- have done better with Webb!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 5:58:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Roanoke Times says, We can see the advantages of having U.S. Sen. James Webb on the Democratic ticket in November as the party&#8217;s vice presidential nominee. But if he&#8217;s asked, we hope he&#8217;ll say no Webb is effective where he is, as a voice for the common man and the commonwealth.
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<title><![CDATA[MEMORIAL DAY THANKS]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2008 7:46:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Today we remember and honor the many men and women who have laid down their lives so that we can enjoy the freedom and security we have. So when we talk about supporting our troops, it should be more than just rhetoric.
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<title><![CDATA[Gov. Kaine Transportation Town Hall Meetings]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 3:26:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Join Gov. Tim Kaine for a series of statewide town hall meetings to discuss the upcoming transportation special session on June 23. You can view a full schedule of meetings and find one near you.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner: Taking Virginia Independence to Washington]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 7:05:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Former Governor Mark Warners official announcement tour has come to an end, but his promise to take Virginia independence and real results to Washington continues.
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner Announcement Tour!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 11:43:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Our friend Mark Warner is on the ballot again this November - and if you haven&#8217;t seen him making the rounds across the Commonwealth yet, this is your opportunity!&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[100 MORE Years in Iraq?]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2008 2:34:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>If all he offers is more of the same&#8230; John McCain is the WRONG choice for America&#8217;s future.
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<title><![CDATA[Better Off?]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:09:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. John McCain thinks Americans are better off than they were eight years ago. What do you think?
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<title><![CDATA[Unhappy Gilmoreâs Tone-deaf Shad Planking Antics]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 9:47:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>At annual Shad Planking, we were once again reminded of why Mark Warner is the best candidate to represent Virginia in the U.S. Senate. Gilmore, on the other hand, displayed failed politics Virginians are rejecting.
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<title><![CDATA[Democrats Who Met April 11 Filing Deadline]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 1:18:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Mark Warner was one of 12 Democrats who filed official papers to run for federal office. Here is the list of candidates running in Congressional Districts that are holding primaries on June 10.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Webb on âThis Weekâ]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2008 8:57:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. Jim Webb appeared on &#8220;This Week with George Stephanopoulos&#8221; on Sunday.
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<title><![CDATA[Renew Your Membership]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:37:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Get your 2008 DPVA membership card by renewing your membership online.
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/renew_your_membership</link>
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<title><![CDATA[VAYD Convention 2008]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2008 2:24:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Virginia Young Democrats hold their convention this week.
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/vayd_convention</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner: On the Record]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:39:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Former Govenor and current Senate candidate Mark Warner appeared on WVEC&#8217;s &#8220;On the Record&#8221; this weekend.
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<title><![CDATA[The Demo Memo Is Back!]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:54:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sign up to get the Demo Memo, your source for regular updates and news from the Democratic Party of Virginia.
</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Expanding opportunities for veterans]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2008 9:00:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. Jim Webb appeared on NBC&#8217;s Today Show last Friday to discuss his &#8220;21st Century GI Bill.&#8221;
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<title><![CDATA[Game On!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 10:27:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Now that we&#8217;ve gotten through our Presidential primary election, it&#8217;s time for us to gear up and get organized! Please join us now by signing up to volunteer.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[DONâT FORGET TO VOTE TODAY!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 7:36:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Today all eyes are on Virginia (as well as Maryland and D.C.) and our Presidential primaries. The polls are open from 6:00 am until 7:00 pm. You should go to your regular polling place to cast your vote.
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<title><![CDATA[POWER OUTAGE]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:56:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>We apologize if you&#8217;re trying to reach us and can&#8217;t get through. We are experiencing power outages. Please try again later. And thank you making the Jefferson Jackson Celebration such a success!
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<title><![CDATA[Clinton & Obama Set To Speak at JJ!]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2008 9:05:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>If you haven&#8217;t bought your tickets to this year&#8217;s Jefferson-Jackson Dinner &amp; Celebration, you&#8217;d better move fast! Time is running out&#8230; and so are the tickets!&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[FEB. 12 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 1:44:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Virginia&#8217;s Presidential Primary is FEBRUARY 12! Polls will be open from 6 AM to 7 PM. Any eligible county resident who will be 18 by or on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 may register and vote in the primary.
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<title><![CDATA[Why Are YOU a Democrat?]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2008 5:31:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tell us why you&#8217;re a Democrat and be featured on the big screen at the Jefferson-Jackson dinner!
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/why_are_you_a_democrat</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Getting Organized in 2008]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2008 8:59:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>There&#8217;s a lot going on this year and we&#8217;re hoping that YOU will join us NOW in getting organized for a new Blue Dominion! There are 8 things in &#8216;08 you can do!
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<title><![CDATA[Senate Democratic Caucus 2008 Priorities]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:41:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The new Democratic majority in the Virginia Senate unveiled legislative priorities which include property tax relief, transportation reform including repealing the abusive driver fees, mental health reform, pre-kindergarten, and more.
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<title><![CDATA[TICKETS FOR ANNUAL JEFFERSON-JACKSON CELEBRATION ON SALE NOW!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2008 3:28:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tickets for the Democratic Party of Virginia&#8217;s annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner and Celebration are now on sale! Click on the link below for details about the weekend and to purchase your tickets.&nbsp; 
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<title><![CDATA[TICKETS FOR ANNUAL JEFFERSON-JACKSON CELEBRATION ON SALE NOW!]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 7:15:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tickets for the Democratic Party of Virginias annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner and Celebration go on sale TODAY! Click on the link below for details about the weekend and to purchase your tickets.&nbsp; 
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<title><![CDATA[2008: A Very Good Year!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2008 6:44:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>2008 is going to be an exciting year for Virginia Democrats. To begin with, there&#8217;s our presidential primary election on February 12!&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Meet Sen. Jim Webb in Richmond TODAY!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2008 5:31:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Join Sen. Jim Webb at the Capitol Ale House in Richmond TODAY, Monday, Jan. 7 from 5:00 to 5:45 pm.&nbsp;
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/meet_sen_jim_webb_in_richmond_today</link>
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<title><![CDATA[HAPPY NEW YEAR]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2008 7:43:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>We here at the Democratic Party of Virginia hope you had a wonderful holiday season with family and friends! Now we&#8217;re looking forward to 2008. We hope you&#8217;ll join us!
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<title><![CDATA[Who Will You Vote For?]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2007 8:14:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Its official! The Democratic presidential primary campaigns are underway in Virginia! For whom would you vote if the election were held today? Click &#8216;READ MORE&#8217; to participate in our online poll!
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<title><![CDATA[2008 Presidential Candidates!]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2007 7:08:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>SIX Democrat presidential candidates qualify for Virginia&#8217;s February 12, 2008 primary.
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<title><![CDATA[DPVA Thanks Virginia Democrats]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2007 4:11:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The DPVA would like to thank everyone who came out to help us with Philip Forgit&#8217;s campaign. There were certainly a lot of people helping within the First District. But, as a show of how much Democrats all across the state wanted to see Philip win this seat, we had contributions from people across the Commonwealth!&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[DONâT FORGET TO VOTE!]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2007 12:22:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Special Election for the First Congressional District Seat is TODAY, Dec. 11, and we just want to remind you to get out and vote for Philip Forgit. But don&#8217;t go alone. Take someone with you and remind all of your friends, neighbors and co-workers to vote, too!
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<title><![CDATA[Volunteer for Philip Forgit!]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2007 4:17:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Volunteer to help Philip Forgit with Gov. Mark Warner and General Assembly leaders.&nbsp;
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/volunteer_for_philip_forgit</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Join Kaine and Warner efforts for Forgit!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2007 5:28:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Come out and join Gov. Tim Kaine and former Gov. Mark Warner at events to help First Congressional candidate Philip Forgit!&nbsp;
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/join_kaine_and_warner_efforts_for_forgit</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Join Us!]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:10:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The next two years are going to be exciting for all Virginia Democrats. We have an opportunity to elect Mark Warner to the U.S. Senate, capture the Commonwealth&#8217;s 13 electoral votes for the Democratic Presidential nominee, and elect another Governor in 2009.&nbsp;
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/join_us2</link>
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<title><![CDATA[2008 Delegate Selection Plan]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2007 2:40:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>With the 2008 Presidential elections fast approaching, the Democratic Party of Virginia wants voters across the Commonwealth to understand our process for selecting delegates to attend the national Democratic convention.
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/2008_delegate_selection_plan</link>
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<title><![CDATA[THANK YOU!]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:15:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>A post-election analysis shows us just how well we did last week. But we couldn&#8217;t have done it without YOU. So from all of us here at the Democratic Party of Virginia-- Thank you!
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<link>http://www.vademocrats.org/news/items/thank_you</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Veteransâ Day Statement]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 9:52:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>On this Veterans Day, the Democratic Party of Virginia pays special tribute to the men and women who have fought to defend Americas freedom and the liberties we all value.
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<title><![CDATA[Virginia Democrats Celebrate New Majority]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:43:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Celebrating Democratic pick-ups across the Commonwealth and a new majority in the state Senate, the Democratic Party of Virginia issued the following statement from DPVA Chairman Richard Cranwell
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<title><![CDATA[Election Day!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 8:13:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>This is the day we&#8217;ve worked so hard for! So&#8230; first things first&#8230; DON&#8217;T FORGET TO VOTE!
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<title><![CDATA[Countdown to Progress Tour]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 9:47:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tomorrow the Democratic Party of Virginia will kickoff its week-long, statewide Countdown To Progress: Delivering Results for Virginia Families Tour.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[2 Weeks to Victory!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 10:11:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>From Martinsville to Ashburn and every place in a between, our campaigns have done more work than ever before.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Can you spare an hour next Wednesday, October 17th?]]></title>

<pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2007 1:09:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>If you could spend one hour helping win some of the tightest races without ever leaving your house, would you do it?&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Thank you! And Congratulationsâ¦.]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 5:05:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Over the last weekend over 300 of you knocked on doors, taking our message of Democratic accomplishments directly to the voters.
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<title><![CDATA[6 Weeks to Victory]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2007 5:24:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>There are only six weeks left until Election Day, and it is time for us to roll up our sleeves, put on our sneakers, and hit the streets to help our candidates! Join us on Saturday, September 29, for our Six Weeks to Victory Events across the state.
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<title><![CDATA[Statement of Senator Jim Webb Regarding the Dwell-Time Amendment]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2007 1:52:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Legislation Called for Supporting Troops through Fair Rotational Cycles
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<title><![CDATA[Support Our Troops]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2007 8:50:01 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Today, Senator Jim Webb will reintroduce an amendment that seeks to provide our men and women in uniform with the responsible rotational cycles they deserve.
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<title><![CDATA[Mark Warner throws his hat into the ring]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2007 10:12:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Former Governor Mark Warner announces his intentions to run for U.S. Senate in 2008.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Jim Webbâs Influence On the Rise]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2007 9:45:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Sen. John Warner&#8217;s retirement announcement thrusts Sen. Jim Webb into a top position: the Commonwealth&#8217;s senior Senator.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Webb gives state campaigns a boost]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2007 1:33:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Politico covers Sen. Jim Webb&#8217;s &#8220;standout&#8221; fundraising and heavy focus on Virginia candidates.
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<title><![CDATA[Help us make a Final Push for Fall!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 28 Aug 2007 2:03:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;re moving into the last stretch of the campaign season - join us at the exciting events coming up this month to make sure we keep Virginia moving forward.
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<title><![CDATA[Daily Press interview with Chairman Cranwell]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2007 8:10:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>The Honorable C. Richard Cranwell speaks with Hugh Lessig on campaign 2007, Virginia&#8217;s political atmosphere, and football.
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<title><![CDATA[Oliver Hill 1907 - 2007]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2007 11:14:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Throughout our history, America has been presented with heroes: people who challenged our country to grow and change for the better. Oliver Hill was one of those heroes.
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<title><![CDATA[Democrats Ready to Win in McLean!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2007 10:54:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>NOVA Democrats kicked off the 100-day countdown to the November elections with a crowd of about 400 in McLean. Governor Tim Kaine was there to rally the crowd along with Del. Brian Moran, Sen. Dick Saslaw and Fairfax Board of Supervisor Chaiman Gerry Connelly.
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<title><![CDATA[Summer Celebration Letter to Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2007 10:07:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Saturday will begin the 100-day countdown to the November elections. The result of that election will set the tone for Virginia and our values for decades to come.
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<title><![CDATA[New Chair, Same Old Problems at the RPV]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 11:08:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>As new RPV chair John Hager gets settled into his new job, the Democratic Party of Virginia offers a few words of encouragement.
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<title><![CDATA[Weâve Moved!]]></title>

<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2007 4:00:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to the effort and energy of Democratic volunteers from across the Commonwealth and the leadership of Governor Tim Kaine, former Governor Mark Warner, Senator Jim Webb, and so many other current and former elected Virginia Democrats, our party is growing by leaps and bounds.
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<title><![CDATA[Sen. Jim Webb: Born Fightingâ¦ for Virginia]]></title>

<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 3:22:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Tackling tough issues and finding real solutions to the problems we face here in the Commonwealth is what being a Virginia Democrat is all about.&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Come Join Tim Kaine for a Fourth of July Celebration!]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 7:22:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Come out and join Governor Tim Kaine and your local Democratic candidates for the 2007 celebration of our nation&#8217;s independence!&nbsp;
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<title><![CDATA[Virginia Partisans 15th Anniversary Celebration!]]></title>

<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 2:35:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>Join Tim Kaine for Lunch with the Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club!
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<title><![CDATA[Juneteenth 2007: A Democratic Celebration of Progress]]></title>

<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2007 9:56:00 EST</pubDate>

<description><![CDATA[<p>State lawmakers like Minority Leader Ward Armstrong, DPVA Vice Chair Jennifer McClellan, Sen. Creigh Deeds, Del. Brian Moran, and Del. Lionel Spruill were in attendance to support the Juneteenth celebration.
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