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Levar Stoney

@levarstoney.bsky.social
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🗳️Candidate for VA Lt. Governor 🏛️ 80th Mayor of @rvagov ❤️ Husband and #GirlDad 👨🏾‍⚖️ Secretary of the Commonwealth (2014-2016)

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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
Governor McAuliffe just cast his vote in the Virginia primary, and I’m proud to have his support! We’ve got 10 days to go—make a plan, and vote today! Let’s do this.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
Trump is blocking access to vital job training and technical education for hardworking people across every corner of our Commonwealth, making it harder for them to build better futures and succeed in today’s economy. It's shameful and must be stopped. swvatoday.com/news/article...
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Federal agency announces closure of Marion's and other Job Corps centers
Thursday, the U.S. Department of Labor announced the closure, or what it called “a phased pause in operations”, for all contractor-operated Job Corps centers across the country, including the Blue
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Today marks 100 days since Trump was sworn in. Since then, he's fired thousands of Virginia workers, worked to gut Virginia's Head Start funding, and raised costs on all of us. Enough is enough. I'm running for LG to counter the Trump-Musk agenda and put Virginia first.
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Dr. Mark Downey for Virginia @downeyforva.com · 24/04/2025
I am proud to earn the endorsement of former Richmond Mayor @levarstoney.bsky.social, a champion for children-first and commonsense policies. Together, we will fight to ensure every child in Virginia can live a healthier, happier, and more successful life.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Our campaign's momentum is growing fast. From Clarke to Manassas to Alexandria and Virginia Beach, we've traveled our Commonwealth this week, and we are ready to take on Elon Musk and Donald Trump, and protect Virginians. Chip in to join me: secure.actblue.com/donate/levar...
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Virginia is the number one state in federal contracting. Donald Trump and Elon Musk are actively gutting these contracts and bankrupting our Commonwealth. Meanwhile, Glenn Youngkin and Winsome Sears stand idly by letting it happen. I'm running for LG to put a stop to this.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
23 years ago, I found Cory Booker's email address after he lost his first campaign for Mayor of Newark. This is what he emailed me back. 11 years later, I became Secretary of the Commonwealth. Now, I couldn't be prouder to watch Senator Booker make history.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Today may be April Fools Day, but what's happening in Virginia right now isn't funny. Because of Donald Trump and Elon Musk, thousands of our residents have lost their jobs. It's why I'm running for LG. The stakes are too important. This November, we will take back our state.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
🚨 Tonight is our MAJOR fundraising deadline, and I need your help. I’m ready to take on Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and protect Virginians, but I can’t do it alone. Chip in and let’s give our people a fair shot: secure.actblue.com/donate/levar...
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
Now more than ever Virginians need a fighter to take on Elon Musk and Donald Trump and protect our people. I’m running for LG to give every Virginian a fair shot, but I can’t do it alone. Chip in and let’s flip this seat blue: secure.actblue.com/donate/levar...
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Just dropped off our signatures to get on the ballot! Grateful for the incredible support from folks across our entire Commonwealth. This movement is growing—let’s win this together!
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
This is just the beginning. We are fighting back in the courts to protect Virginia federal workers. Every federal worker who was fired should be reinstated immediately! www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
washingtonpost.com
Judge orders Trump officials to offer jobs back to fired probationary workers
Judge William Alsup directed the Trump administration to extend the offer to probationary workers fired last month across several agencies.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Tonight, Donald Trump abandoned our allies, abandoned Virginia federal workers whose jobs were cut by Elon Musk, and abandoned the American people who are spending far too much on groceries. We need leadership in Virginia to stand up for our communities, not bow down to a lawless President.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Because of Donald Trump's tariffs Virginians will pay more for essential goods from produce to electronics. We need leadership now that will stand up to Washington and protect our people.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
The Republican Gubernatorial primary is turning into a contest of who will appease Elon Musk more. The people that will suffer are Virginians. It's why we need leaders who will fight like hell for workers and give them a fair shot at success. www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
washingtonpost.com
Hard-right LaRock files for Va. governor, promises ‘Virginia DOGE’
LaRock, who served in the General Assembly for 10 years, has challenged whether presumptive GOP nominee Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears is conservative enough.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
I'm running for Lt. Governor to deliver results for working families—tackling housing costs, funding public schools & creating good-paying jobs. Virginia needs a champion who gets things done! www.progress-index.com/story/news/l...
progress-index.com
Former RVA Mayor Levar Stoney vows to champion working-class during Tri-City campaign stop
Former RVA Mayor Levar Stoney visited the Tri-Cities Monday while campaigning for lieutenant governor, vowing to fight for the working class and more.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
We've been campaigning across our Commonwealth, meeting hardworking Virginians, and seeing the energy grow every day. Virginians are ready for a leader who will fight to give everyone a fair shot. Chip in to help us flip Virginia's LG seat blue! secure.actblue.com/donate/levar...
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Chip in to support Levar Stoney for Lt. Governor
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
An unelected billionaire should not have access to the social security numbers and bank account information of millions of Virginians. It's that simple. abcnews.go.com/Politics/elo...
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Elon Musk's DOGE asks for access to IRS taxpayer data, sources say
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency requested access to an IRS data system that retains the personal tax information on millions of Americans, sources say.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Our campaign has collected more than 12,000 ballot access petitions, past the 10,000 petition requirement! Our movement is growing fast because Virginians are ready for a leader who will give them all a fair shot at success.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
It's time for Virginia Republicans to either stand with Virginia workers or with Donald Trump. They cannot have it both ways. Trump's policies are harming our residents. www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
washingtonpost.com
Virginia lawmakers call on Youngkin to talk to Trump about federal workers
Efforts by the new Trump administration to slash and relocate the federal work force, as well as cut federal spending, could have a dramatic impact on Virginia.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Happy Black History Month! During the next month, let's come together and celebrate the culture and history of Black Americans.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
I couldn't agree more. As Virginia's next Lieutenant Governor, I will put our Commonwealth's money where its mouth is. richmond.com/opinion/colu...
richmond.com
Commentary: Virginia must close the gap in state funding for schools
The General Assembly must seize this moment to fund the key recommendations in the JLARC study, including eliminating the arbitrary cap on funding for school support positions and implementing a
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Ensuring people can live where they work is critical to a functioning economy. This isn't just happening in NOVA, it's happening everywhere. It's why I am running for Lieutenant Governor, to lower costs and make housing available. www.ffxnow.com/2025/01/22/r...
ffxnow.com
Report: Housing costs force exodus of young families from Northern Virginia | FFXnow
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
I am so excited to announce the launch of Women for Stoney! These six amazing women serve Virginia in various capacities, and I am honored to have them serve as the co-chairs of this coalition. Let's give every Virginian a fair shot, together.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
I'm glad Richmond is getting the shine we all know our community deserves. We have accomplished so much together. And now, let's keep working to make sure it gets even better. www.axios.com/local/richmo...
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We're moving up!
We're No. 51, according to The Milken Institute's annual best-performing cities report. Which is better!
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Thank you, President Biden, for your over 50 years of service to our nation. I was proud to work with you to better the lives of Virginians. We will never forget your legacy. Thank you, Mr. President.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Today, on #MLKDay, let's celebrate and honor the legacy of Dr. King. His words, "an injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere" still ring true today. While we have come far as a nation, all of us share a responsibility to ensure that dream is realized.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
I'm proud to see violent crime is dropping and Richmond is becoming more safe. Our community, the Richmond Police Department and numerous partnerships in the human services and nonprofit space deserve praise. Let’s have an even better 2025! www.richmonder.org/murder-and-v...
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Murder and violent crime fell in Richmond during 2024, police chief says
“I know it's not always obvious for folks and doesn't always feel that way, but this is the hard data,” Edwards said.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Brandy and I are sending our prayers and condolences to Geline Williams' family. May she rest in peace. richmond.com/news/local/g...
richmond.com
Geline Williams, one of two women to serve as Richmond mayor, dies at 100
Geline Bowman Williams, who became the second woman to serve as Richmond's mayor and also sat on Richmond City Council for a decade, died Sunday at age 100.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
While Glenn Youngkin dines at Mar a Lago, the livelihoods of thousands of Virginia federal workers hangs in the balance because of Donald Trump's threats to gutting the civil service. Protecting our workers, and our economy, should be a primary goal of this session.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
Republicans in Richmond are planning on ending clean air standards this session. The efforts should be blocked, just like courts blocked their plan to pull us out of the RGGI. We need to protect our environment, not embolden bad actors. www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
washingtonpost.com
Youngkin calls for tax cuts, end of green law as Assembly gets going
The governor’s upbeat State of the Commonwealth speech Monday morning drew mixed reaction from the Democratic-controlled General Assembly.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
To all the legislators here in Richmond, you have been sent by your constituents to do their business and ensure that their rights are protected. I look forward to working with you all to make sure this happens because your success is the success of our Commonwealth.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
Under my leadership, Richmond became the first locality in our nation to recognize International Women’s Day as a city holiday. Richmond has been a model in the push toward equality for all, and we are not stopping now.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Virginia is the last Southern State to protect reproductive rights. The Supreme Court won’t protect abortion rights. Republicans in Congress won’t either. As LG, I’ll help make sure Virginians can vote for a constitutional amendment to protect reproductive rights.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year! This year, let's make sure every Virginian gets a fair shot at success.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
Over the past eight years, we accomplished great things in Richmond. There's still far more work to do. That's why I'm running for LG to keep fighting to give every Virginian a fair shot Chip in today, and help us finish the year strong: secure.actblue.com/donate/levar...
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
My New Year’s resolution is simple: Make sure every resident in Virginia gets a fair shot at success. Let’s take back our Commonwealth and deliver for our people.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
My deepest condolences go out to President Carter's family. President Carter was the embodiment of public service, and, as a nation, we mourn his passing. May his memory be a blessing. Thank you for everything, Mr. President.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
The gun violence epidemic in our Commonwealth has taken far too many lives too soon. We need real action to solve this crisis. When I’m LG, I’ll work with the General Assembly to put an end to this epidemic.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
Richmond is a hub for Black-owned businesses. We were named top three in the nation for concentration of Black-owned businesses because our pro-business policies ensure business owners succeed and residents thrive. Let’s do this for all of Virginia.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
I’m a believer that Virginia needs a leader who is willing to fight like hell for better opportunities for those who may not have been born with the most.  I’ll be that leader.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
Brandy, Sunday, and I hope your 2024 holiday season is filled with joy, and that you have a Happy New Year!
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
When I am Lieutenant Governor, we are going to redefine how we approach housing in Virginia.  I will work with the Governor and the Legislature to build more housing to reduce the cost of living for everyday Virginians.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
I'm not just running for Lieutenant Governor—I'm running to kick down every door locked behind bullshit and broken promises. Virginia, I'll be a fighter for all of our residents.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Last night, Democrats did the responsible thing and ensured that our government would remain open, our workers would receive pay during Christmas, and disaster relief aid would be funded. Virginians are better off today thanks to Democratic leadership in D.C.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Elon Musk and Mike Johnson are driving us toward a government shutdown, one that would harm thousands of Virginians, including the federal workers who will be furloughed, during the holiday season. I stand against this extremism.
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Under my leadership, Richmond earned a AAA bond rating. We delivered for Richmond residents, and are ready to do the same for all Virginians. richmondfreepress.com/news/2024/ma...
richmondfreepress.com
City receives highest bond rating
“Triple-A! Triple-A! Triple-A!” The chant echoed throughout the Observation Deck of Richmond City Hall last Thursday after city leaders announced Richmond had received a AAA bond rating for the first ...
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Levar Stoney @levarstoney.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
As Mayor, I helped increase the minimum wage for our City employees.  As Lieutenant Governor, I’ll work to do the same for residents across Virginia.  Let’s make sure everyone earns a living wage.
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