A biography for Ralph Northamhasn’t been written yet.
“As a physician and a policymaker, I believe all Virginia women should be informed about and have access to all possible reproductive health-care options so they can make the best decisions for their families.”
“With the Voting Rights Act of Virginia, our Commonwealth is creating a model for how states can provide comprehensive voter protections that strengthen democracy and the integrity of our elections.”
“Dangerous behaviors like distracted driving, speeding, and not wearing a seat belt and puts you and others at serious risk.”
“The contributions of influential African Americans have frequently been ignored, underrepresented, and even silenced.”
“Rural Virginians know when they're getting a raw deal - when other parts of the state get attention and resources and folks on the Shore or in Southwest are fighting just to get access to reliable Internet.”
“In Virginia, we will continue to lift up all who identify as women as we strive for a more equitable future.”
“Helping women make informed decisions about the best contraceptive methods for their families would also help us ensure that more infants are celebrating their first birthdays.”
“I want to incentivize people to really have good health.”
“Not only are mandatory minimum laws overly punitive and discriminatory, but they're also expensive. Prison is not free. Governments, and ultimately taxpayers, bear the costs.”
“I've been in some very difficult situations. Life and death situations, taking care of sick children.”
“Amazon continues to demonstrate confidence in Virginia by expanding and reinvesting in our Commonwealth.”
“Partnering with local governments to conserve critical working landscapes and protect our abundant natural resources is key to maximizing the conservation impact of state funds.”
“We have good history in Virginia... and we have history that's not good and I don't think we can shy away from any of it. We must tell it all, we must put it in perspective.”
“In order to attract and retain new businesses in rural and economically depressed regions of Virginia, we need to provide competitive incentives to entrepreneurs and business owners.”
“President Biden has made an exceptional choice in nominating Gayle Manchin for Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission. A longtime educator and West Virginia native, she understands the critical issues facing our Appalachian communities and is well-qualified to serve in this role.”
“The harassment, violence, and attacks against our Asian American and Pacific Islander friends, neighbors, and community members must stop.”
“I grew up hunting and fishing, as did my family. But then I served in the military.”
“During Women's History Month, we celebrate milestones in gender equality, and we uplift the stories of women who have impacted our world with their creativity, advocacy, service, invention, and discovery.”
“After decades of working in emergency rooms and intensive care units, I've learned how to keep my emotions in check and get the job done.”
“For much of its history, Virginia, the 'cradle of American democracy,' failed to live up to our ideals. All too often, our Commonwealth still treats whites by one set of standards and people of color by another.”