May 2013
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Commit to Vote with Twitter
Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of our innovative new Twitter Commit to Vote program. This program allows Virginia voters on Twitter to easily commit to vote by tweeting the hashtag #VoteJune11. Those who tweet the hashtag will receive a reminder from a volunteer via Twitter to vote in the June 11th primary.
The system consists of two components — the hashtag #VoteJune11...
April 2013
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Introducing Women for Chopra
I wanted to share this announcement that was sent out by my friend Kate Hanley, former Chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and former Secretary of the Commonwealth:
Dear Friends,
This year, so much is at stake for the women of Virginia. Over the past four years, we’ve seen attack after attack on women’s rights. It’s absolutely critical that this year we elect...
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Enough is enough
In today’s Washington Post, we learn Governor McDonnell and his family took a lake house vacation courtesy of Star Scientific C.E.O. Jonnie Williams. Not only that, but the governor drove in style — taking Williams’ Range Rover out to Smith Mountain Lake, then taking this $190,000 Ferrari for the three-hour drive back to Richmond. Don’t worry though, we’re told that...
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Who just endorsed Scott Lingamfelter?
You’ll never believe who just endorsed Scott Lingamfelter for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.
Who could chime in to help Scott Lingamfelter stand out in a crowd of seven Republicans? Who would help him move even farther to the right? Who does Lingamfelter want on his team to help him win?
Tom Tancredo, that’s who.
Wait. Who?
Tom Tancredo. From Colorado. A former Congressman and...
March 2013
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A note from my friend Kal Penn
Big thanks to my friend Kal Penn for sending this note in support of my campaign. Join with Kal today and help us reach our $20,000 online fundraising goal. Our deadline is March 31.
Dear Friend,
They say Virginia is for lovers, and I got mad love for Aneesh Chopra. 2013 is a big year for Virginia. We have a real shot at turning our backs on negativity and electing real champions of change....
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What does better, faster, fairer look like?
What does a government that is better, faster, and fairer look like for everyday Virginians? An article in yesterday’s New York Times offers a terrific example of an approach I will champion as Lt. Governor.
It is the story of New York City Mayor Bloomberg’s approach to harness the power of data to deliver a better government — through a “geek squad” that has been able to:
Double...
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We must inspire all Virginians
I was troubled to listen to Republican candidate for Lt. Governor Susan Stimpson talk about how she would inspire African-American voters.
Q: Let’s say you’re campaigning in some of the urban areas, how would you be able to inspire blacks to vote for Susan Stimpson, what would be your message?
STIMPSON: Well that wouldn’t be a set constituency that I would try to inspire.
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Standing with Virginia women
Yesterday, President Obama signed into law the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013. This law expands programs that help local communities respond to and prevent domestic violence and sexual abuse. I am very grateful that President Obama and Congress were able to get this done.
Today is International Women’s Day, a day where the world reflects on both the historic and ongoing...
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We must expand Medicaid in Virginia
It’s more important than ever to expand access to Medicaid in Virginia. We must get this done. Governor McDonnell’s March 5th letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius is a troubling sign for what many thought was a deal on Medicaid expansion.
“Some media outlets and elected officials have labeled this as approving Medicaid expansion in Virginia,” wrote McDonnell in the...
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February 2013
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Perriello endorses Chopra for Lt. Governor
Tom Perriello: “Today, Virginia faces a choice — whether to be defined by our promising future or the divisions of our past. I’m endorsing Aneesh Chopra for Lieutenant Governor because he understands that politics is about coming together to tackle our most difficult problems and win the race for tomorrow’s jobs, education, and technology. He has lived his professional life at...
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One year ago...
One year ago, on February 1, 2012, the Senate of Virginia passed a backwards and extreme law to mandate invasive ultrasounds for women prior to an abortion.
On that same day, Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis and I announced an initiative to close the gender pay gap by empowering women and minorities to use information to fight for equal pay.
These two actions present a stark contrast for...
January 2013
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Chopra Statement on Senate Republicans'...
Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor, Aneesh Chopra, made the following statement today in response to VA Senate Republicans’ surprise maneuver on redistricting legislation:
“Today Virginia saw two very different visions for how our country and the Commonwealth move forward. President Obama spoke of what we can accomplish when we come together to work for a common purpose, while Republicans in...
A (Guest) Message from Waldo Jaquith on Our...
Yesterday, my campaign for Lt. Governor of Virginia submitted our finance reports for the second half of 2012. Thanks to the incredible generosity of friends and neighbors, we reported raising $523,450 from the period July-December 2012. Combined with our earlier report of $513,796 raised in the first half of 2012, our campaign reported $1,037,246 in contributions. Net of expenses, we start 2013...
December 2012
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Statement From Aneesh Chopra On Governor...
ARLINGTON, VA – Today, Governor Bob McDonnell suggested that we should have a “reasonable discussion” about arming teachers in public schools as an answer to the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary. Aneesh Chopra, candidate for Lieutenant Governor, released the following statement in response to Governor McDonnell’s suggestion:
As a father of a child that attends a Virginia public...
November 2012
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Congressman Moran, Former Congressman Boucher...
Chopra Announces Online Grassroots Network
ARLINGTON, VA – Virginia Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor, Aneesh Chopra, announced the endorsements of Congressman Jim Moran (D-8th) and former Congressman Rick Boucher (D-9th) today.
“Virginians voted to move our country forward with the re-election of President Barack Obama and Tim Kaine’s victory in the Senate race. But we have more work...
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Why I Support Barack Obama and Tim Kaine
My father lived his early years as a refugee in India, then worked hard in America, a nation that afforded him limitless opportunities as an immigrant. He enrolled in a graduate engineering program at Villanova University, earned three patents as he lifted his family into the middle class, and sacrificed so that his children would have access to the nation’s best universities.
He gave me a...
October 2012
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Growing Virginia's Economy on the Shoulders of... →
Storify post on my recent trips across the Commonwealth and my take on the important role startups will play in Virginia’s economic success.
August 2012
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Celebrating (and Listening to) Virginia's...
On Sunday, the Richmond Times-Dispatch’s highly regarded columnist, Jeff Schapiro, wrote of Virginia’s diversity and of my role engaging in this year’s crucial election. He points out an interesting conundrum - that despite a growing number of ethnic minorities - many of whom go on to found startups, a smaller share of them end up on the voting rolls. I am confident that gap will...
July 2012
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I'm In...Seeking the Democratic Nomination for Lt....
For my inaugural post, I am excited to share my announcement to run for Lt. Governor of Virginia in 2013. I am honored to have the support of my family, friends, and colleagues who encouraged me to seek this office.
You can read my full announcement statement here
I am hopeful this blog can serve as a platform to share ideas and start conversations about what we can do to create a more open and...
