"Is this a news report or a creative writing exercise? First, it was the debunked claim that governance changes would implicate the School Board. Now, we’re being told the Treasurer and Commissioner of Revenue are 'in the balance' despite the fact that no one is actually proposing it. It’s ridiculous to frame a non-issue as a 'question' just to stir the pot. Do better @ARLnowDOTcom - Del. Patrick Hope (D-Arlington)
It's pretty much always a "creative writing exercise" (and/or bashing Democrats, liberals, etc.) with the MAGA author of this piece, and it's been that way for a loooong time. He's definitely *not* going to "do better"... bluevirginia.us/2026/03/tues... h/t @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social
04.03.2026 00:36
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As we celebrate this season of hope and goodwill, may your holidays be filled with joy, peace, and time with those you love. Here’s to the joy of today and the promise of brighter days ahead. Blessed holiday season to you and yours.
25.12.2025 13:34
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VA Del. Patrick Hope (D-Arlington) "congratulates" Scott Beardsley on his "interim appointment" as UVA president
Could be *very* interim! bluevirginia.us/2025/12/uvas... h/t @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social @SenLouiseLucas
20.12.2025 00:14
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Del. Patrick Hope (D-Arlington) to Arlington County Board (page 1 of his letter):
"If you refuse to create this commission—if you shut down debate before it begins—you will be choosing to preserve a structure born of racial exclusion and political suppression. That would be a profound failure of leadership and a betrayal of the values Arlington claims to uphold.
This moment is about more than your personal preferences or political comfort. It is about whether Arlington will finally give its residents a voice in shaping their own government—something they have not had the opportunity to do in nearly a century.
Do not cut off this conversation. Do not deny the community the chance to weigh in. Do not cling to a system built on inequity simply because it is familiar.
Allow the commission. Open the process. Let’s have a referendum and let the people decide."
Del. Patrick Hope (D-Arlington) to Arlington County Board (page 2 of his letter):
"If you refuse to create this commission—if you shut down debate before it begins—you will be choosing to preserve a structure born of racial exclusion and political suppression. That would be a profound failure of leadership and a betrayal of the values Arlington claims to uphold.
This moment is about more than your personal preferences or political comfort. It is about whether Arlington will finally give its residents a voice in shaping their own government—something they have not had the opportunity to do in nearly a century.
Do not cut off this conversation. Do not deny the community the chance to weigh in. Do not cling to a system built on inequity simply because it is familiar.
Allow the commission. Open the process. Let’s have a referendum and let the people decide."
Del. Patrick Hope (D-Arlington) to Arlington County Board (page 3 of his letter):
"If you refuse to create this commission—if you shut down debate before it begins—you will be choosing to preserve a structure born of racial exclusion and political suppression. That would be a profound failure of leadership and a betrayal of the values Arlington claims to uphold.
This moment is about more than your personal preferences or political comfort. It is about whether Arlington will finally give its residents a voice in shaping their own government—something they have not had the opportunity to do in nearly a century.
Do not cut off this conversation. Do not deny the community the chance to weigh in. Do not cling to a system built on inequity simply because it is familiar.
Allow the commission. Open the process. Let’s have a referendum and let the people decide."
Del. @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social (D-Arlington) to Arlington County Board: "If you refuse to create this commission—if you shut down debate before it begins—you will be choosing to preserve a structure born of racial exclusion and political suppression." bluevirginia.us/2025/12/vide...
17.12.2025 13:44
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I’m proud to endorse MarkWarnerVa.bsky.social for reelection. Sen. Warner has consistently delivered for Virginians—fighting to make our VA more affordable, protecting our freedoms, and upholding the values that make VA strong. His leadership matters, and Virginia needs his continued voice.
02.12.2025 15:12
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Fairfax County - VOTE!
04.11.2025 16:33
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Congrats to @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social on his re-election! Grateful Patrick Hope will still be repping my district in Richmond. Let's all have his back while he continues to push for prison and criminal justice reform.
05.11.2025 02:39
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We joined a big turnout in Arlington today and voted for @spanbergerforva.bsky.social for governor @senatorhashmi.bsky.social for LT. Gov @jonesjay.bsky.social for AG, @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social for delegate @takiskarantonis.bsky.social for county board, and Moe Bryant for school board.
01.11.2025 18:23
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Enjoyed a great day of poll greeting in Arlington on this last day of early voting. If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote on Tuesday 11/4 at your regular polling place 6am-7pm. @takiskarantonis.bsky.social @arlingtondems.bsky.social 🗳️🗳️🗳️
01.11.2025 21:32
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Yard signs, at night, for Patrick Hope and Ghazala Hashmi. Both are lit by solar lights.
Both @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social and @senatorhashmi.bsky.social are elected officials who go 24/7 to make Virginia an even better Commonwealth. So, of course, the yards signs I put out to urge you to vote for them are going 24/7.
Vote early on Saturday Nov 1st or on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 4th.
01.11.2025 00:05
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Spent the morning with American Council of the Blind-Virginia, alongside my friend Del. Rodney Willett, to discuss ways to become an effective advocate at the Virginia Capitol. Looking forward to your advocacy in Richmond!
18.10.2025 17:11
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Tomorrow is PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day. Too many kids struggle w/ PANS & PANDAS often go misdiagnosed as doctors are unfamiliar w/these misunderstood disorders. Symptoms: sudden or gradual onset of severe anxiety, aggression, OCD, restricted eating, tics, etc.
Learn more: vdh.virginia.gov/pandaspans
08.10.2025 18:03
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Great night at @georgemasonu.bsky.social “ARTS by George!” Thank you Greg Washington for your outstanding leadership!
28.09.2025 00:32
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Great start to the weekend getting out the vote in Arlington for our Democratic ticket!
It’s important to make a plan to vote in this critical election. Early voting is open Monday through Friday at Courthouse plaza.
27.09.2025 16:49
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Quackerjack &
@arlvacor.bsky.social Team are having a great time with the Arlington County Treasurer @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social
our other partners, and our Community @arlingtonva.us - Fair
#CommissionerOfRevenue
#CommunityEngagement
#communityeducation
#arlingtoncountyfair
#PartnershipsMatter
17.08.2025 02:19
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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia endorse @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social for Delegate in District 1. Hope championed the ban on conversion therapy for minors and supported resolutions to enshrine marriage equality in Virginia’s constitution. See all of our endorsements at lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.
29.06.2025 01:19
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Incredibly proud to be endorsed by @ppava.bsky.social
I’ll always stand up for reproductive freedom, and will continue working to ensure all Virginians have accessible and affordable reproductive healthcare when they need it.
24.06.2025 18:08
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In the U.S.:
-4.6 million kids live in a home with an unlocked, loaded gun
-8 kids a day are unintentionally injured or killed by family fire
Asking if there are unlocked guns where kids play saves lives. #ASKDay #EndFamilyFire
21.06.2025 13:53
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Today is #ASKDay — because Asking Saves Kids.
Always ask: "Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?"
This is a life-saving question. #EndFamilyFire @EndFamilyFire
21.06.2025 13:52
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Congratulations @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social ☑️
18.06.2025 00:41
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Congratulations to long-time good governance and clean energy champion, Delegate Patrick Hope, for a well-deserved primary election victory in House District 1! @hopeforvirginia.bsky.social
18.06.2025 00:45
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Proud to be endorsed by all of these local leaders, trusted organizations, and community voices who know how important this race is. Their support means so much, but this fight isn’t over yet. Let’s keep pushing forward and win this together!
17.06.2025 02:03
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Through our work passing universal background checks and red flag laws, we have made great strides in combatting gun violence in Virginia. I’m grateful to @giffords.org for their endorsement, and I’m committed to continue working to keep our communities safe from gun violence.
16.06.2025 18:00
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I’m honored to have the endorsement of Congressman Don Beyer, a true champion for Northern Virginia. Together, we’re committed to building a stronger, more inclusive community for everyone.
16.06.2025 17:26
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Huge thank you to Delegate JJ Singh and everyone who joined us to GOTV yesterday before the protest. We are just 2 days out from Election Day, those who didn’t vote early - make a plan to vote at your regular polling location on Tuesday!
15.06.2025 15:25
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I’m honored to earn the endorsement of three members of the Arlington County Board. Their support means so much as we work to deliver real results for our community. Thank you to @Jdspainsr.bsky.social @TakisKarantonis.bsky.social and Matt de Ferranti for your support.
14.06.2025 15:27
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I am proud to have the endorsement of EVPac. I’ve always been, and always will be, an ally in the fight for equality and inclusion for all LGBTQ+ Virginians, especially the transgender community. Together, we are working to ensure everyone feels welcome, safe, and protected in the Commonwealth.
14.06.2025 00:13
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Incredibly proud to be endorsed by @virginialcv.bsky.social
I will always stand to protect our air and water quality, save our trees, and grow our clean energy economy. This is the only planet we have, and I’m committed to leaving a cleaner world for our future generations to enjoy.
12.06.2025 22:19
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I am proud to be endorsed by ALL five of Arlington’s constitutional offices. We share a strong commitment to delivering for the people of Arlington. I am grateful to have the support of Paul F. Ferguson, Kim Klinger, Parisa Dehghani-Tafti, Jose Quiroz, and Carla de la Pava.
12.06.2025 15:23
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