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Speaker Don Scott

@donscott757.bsky.social
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Husband, dad, attorney, and delegate representing the 88th House District. 58th Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates

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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Under Trump, the job market is tanking. Republicans are focused on tax cuts for billionaires while shutting down the government and ripping healthcare away from millions. Virginia Republicans don't want to talk about the economy, job losses or the Trump shutdown at all.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Happy Labor Day! Workers are the backbone of Virginia, and House Democrats will always stand with them — fighting for fair wages, paid leave, and the dignity every worker has earned.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Republicans are working to raise prices on hardworking Virginians. They are too terrified to defy Trump kowtowing for his endorsement even as he destroys Virginia's economy and drives up the cost of healthcare and housing.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
I'm honored to receive the Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award from American Association for Justice. Thank you so much, trial lawyers! I became a lawyer to fight for folks who’ve been overlooked and underestimated.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
On the campus of UVA now and a sign of hope appears. Hang in there everyone, the best is still ahead!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
This is the greatest country in the world. And on July 4th, 1776, it made a promise to be a nation of the people, by the people, and for the people. Our journey to "a more perfect Union" continues. Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
We flipped the House in 2023. Now we’re going to expand our majority. Great to be with so many fired-up Democrats at the Blue Commonwealth Gala. We’ve got the momentum. We’ve got the message. We’ve got the candidates— it’s general election time!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Happy Juneteenth! Today is a celebration of freedom — hard fought, long delayed, and still unfinished! We honor our ancestors who came before us. We fight for those still waiting on justice. And we keep the faith that better days will come!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
There is no higher honor than raising your right hand to serve this country and no greater sacrifice than laying down your life in its defense. On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom, our safety, and our future.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
It’s rare to find someone as committed to service as Congressman Gerry Connolly, and even rarer to see such a lasting impact. Mellanda and I are deeply saddened by his passing and send our heartfelt condolences to his family. He will be truly missed by all that knew him.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Proud to announce I've been elected to serve on the @thedlcc.bsky.social’s Board of Directors! @thedlcc.bsky.social has long been a strategic partner to Virginia Dems, and I’m excited to strengthen that relationship as we fight to defend and expand our majority in the House this year!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Big win for moms across the Commonwealth! 12 MOMnibus bills have been passed and signed into law—bills that will tackle the maternal health crisis and save lives. Proud to be part of this progress.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Happy Easter! I'm grateful for this day of renewal and the celebration of Christ's triumph over death and a reminder of the power of God in our lives to resurrect any situation.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
During Black Maternal Health Week, I’m proud to reaffirm my commitment to tackling this crisis head on and making sure every mother and child has access to the care, dignity, and support they deserve.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Proud of what we got done this session—focused on putting Virginians first and making life more affordable. We took on the rising costs of housing, child care, health care, and more. Real progress, real relief.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 13/04/2025
Wishing everyone a joyful Passover filled with peace and hope!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Sic semper tyrannis: Thus Always to Tyrants. We don’t like kings in Virginia and we’re ready to fight for Virginia’s workers.   Proud to stand with @abigailspanberger.com, Chair Bagby, Del. LeVere Bolling, and labor leaders as we rally for Virginia’s workers!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Unfortunately, Virginia Republicans are too terrified of Trump and Musk to stand up to them while they are destroying our economy.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Turns out Republicans/Musk efforts to bribe and buy an election failed! Wisconsin voters saw right through the chaos and rejected it. MAGA was embarrassed, DOGE got sent a message that we don't like big tax increases and the mistreatment of veterans. America won big!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
As Ramadan comes to an end, Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
But 34 year veteran Two Star General Wins was unqualified to continue at VMI. "Youngkin appointee to lead state police was suspended for flipping cruiser after drinking"
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
"This decision by the VMI Board is not based on performance or character-it is purely political..." Read my and Governor Northam statement on BOV's decision not to extend superintendent Major General Cedric Wins’ contract VMI’s 15th Superintendent and the first Black superintendent:
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
They are doing great harm to our veterans and military. They cancel VA contracts and then reverse course in less than 24 hours! Welcome to a normal Wednesday with these incompetent, ineffective "leaders.”
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 23/02/2025
We adjourned Sine Die, and I’m proud of the work we accomplished—passing bills and a budget that put Virginians first. From lowering p-drug costs to tackling the housing crisis, delivering $1B+ in tax cuts, and investing $$$ in our schools, kids & families. The work continues.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Thank you @maddow.msnbc.com for having me on the show last night to talk about my committee to understand the impacts of federal workforce and funding cuts in Va. If Congress won’t do their jobs,we’ll do our jobs and make sure we step up to protect Virginia families and their livelihoods.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Project 2025 in full effect—slashing VA staff, gutting veterans’ services, and ripping health care away from those who served. How is this making America great?
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Yesterday was a special day for Portsmouth. I had the honor of presiding over the House of Delegates, while Senator Louise Lucas presided over the Senate. Portsmouth pride steering the ship of the Commonwealth! Happy Black History Month!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
I don't want to trigger anyone bc this used to be non-controversial in America before last week: Happy Black History Month!! “This is not the time to allow anyone to erase, rewrite, or distort our history, nor to deny or diminish the truth of our past…” Read my full statement👇
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Happy 81st birthday to my Senator, the people’s Senator, the Queen of the Senate, and the backbone of Portsmouth—Senator Louise Lucas! God is good, and today we thank Him for the countless blessings you’ve brought to our lives.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
The 2025 session officially began today, and it is a privilege to serve as your Speaker. While this session begins under unusual circumstances, our commitment to delivering for all Virginians remains unwavering. We’ll reconvene on January 13th to continue conducting the people’s business.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Due to water outages in Richmond, the House will gavel in tomorrow at 12 PM to start the 2025 session, then recess until Jan. 13. We’re working with officials to help restore service ASAP. Read my full statement below:
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
My statement on the court striking down Governor Youngkin’s executive overreach in attempting to illegally withdraw Virginia from RGGI:
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