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@GovernorVA

Official account for Virginia Governor Ralph Northam

Richmond, VA
governor.virginia.gov
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  1. Retweeted
    14 hours ago

    Happy birthday to my best friend. May you always have fair winds and following seas, ! ⛵️

    16 replies 11 retweets 152 likes
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  2. 15 hours ago

    Our freedom depends on voting. Today, I ceremonially signed the Voting Rights Act of Virginia—the strongest voter protection law in the country. While other states make voting harder, Virginia is making it easier to vote.

    107 replies 310 retweets 1,481 likes
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  3. 17 hours ago

    Great news, Virginia: August revenues are up 18.9% from last year—our economy continues to surge!

    25 replies 27 retweets 139 likes
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  4. Retweeted
    23 hours ago

    🚨TODAY: is set to sign a first of its kind “voting rights act.” The law *PROTECTS against voter discrimination and gives voters the right to sue for suppression. It is believed to be the most comprehensive state-level voter protection law in the country.

    17 replies 102 retweets 519 likes
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  5. Sep 11

    Virginia ❤️ NY, then and now

    “September 11, 2001. Our hearts go out to you. Virginia is for lovers”-New York Times ad 2001 On this day of remembrance may this gesture continue to bring space for peace.
    15 replies 36 retweets 259 likes
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  6. Sep 11

    9/11 hit Virginia especially hard. Through the chaos and fear, we also witnessed the best of America—brave, selfless first responders running into the Pentagon to care for people they had never met. Today we remember the 3,000 people who died. And most of all, we pray.

    20 replies 52 retweets 457 likes
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  7. Retweeted
    Sep 11

    It’s hard to imagine that it’s been 20 years already. These children are now adults. We hope your lives are filled with love. The VDOTers who cared for you will always be honored to have helped you and you’ll hold a special place in their hearts forever. ❤️🇺🇸

    6 replies 45 retweets 337 likes
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  8. Sep 10

    Today, we recognize to raise awareness to this public health crisis and to stop the stigma around seeking help. Call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or Text HOME to 741741 for help. You are not alone.

    23 replies 44 retweets 128 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    Sep 10

    "This is what record volumes look like for us, the semi-automated stacks have helped the port avoid the congestion seen at other major gateways," - Stephen Edwards, CEO and executive director. Check out the full article here:

    2 replies 4 retweets 30 likes
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  10. Retweeted
    Sep 9

    Beginning Oct. 5, customers can choose to schedule an appointment or walk-in for service on alternating days. Service by appt only will be offered Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Walk-in service will be offered Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. More:

    12 replies 29 retweets 51 likes
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  11. Sep 9

    Vaccines are the best way for us to get through this pandemic.  That's why we have required vaccinations for over 120,000 state employees—and it’s making our Commonwealth safer.

    Tonight, I am announcing a new plan to combat COVID-19, building on our whole-of-government approach. The plan will get more people vaccinated, decrease hospitalizations and deaths, and keep our schools and our economy open.
    179 replies 73 retweets 659 likes
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  12. Retweeted
    Sep 9

    Recovery of the time capsule from the pedestal continues

    19 replies 18 retweets 33 likes
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  13. Sep 8

    Thank you, Devon.

    Devon Henry, owner of the construction company that took down the massive statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee in Richmond, Virginia, hugs his mom following the statue's removal.
    83 replies 100 retweets 965 likes
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  14. Sep 8

    Finally—Virginia and Monument Avenue have moved beyond celebrating the Confederate insurrection. We can all look forward to seeing Virginia’s history remembered in a way that reflects who we are in the 21st century.

    276 replies 157 retweets 1,133 likes
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  15. Retweeted
    Sep 8

    CONFEDERATE STATUE REMOVAL: Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA) celebrates removal of Robert E. Lee statue: "This has a long time coming, part of the healing process for Virginia to move forward, to embrace diversity, to be a welcoming state, to be inclusive."

    60 replies 23 retweets 167 likes
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  16. Retweeted
    Sep 8

    156 years after the end of the civil war, Virginia has come one step closer to being a more inclusive and welcoming Commonwealth.

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    165 replies 111 retweets 765 likes
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  17. Sep 8

    WATCH LIVE: As the removal of the Robert E. Lee monument in Richmond takes place.

    287 replies 602 retweets 1,843 likes
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  18. Sep 7

    I am proud of Virginia for having our lights on and our doors open. We welcome Afghan families to make a home here.

    50 replies 91 retweets 632 likes
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  19. Retweeted
    Sep 7

    Good news: thanks to the efforts of and , Richmond's Lee statue is set to come down tomorrow.

    46 replies 29 retweets 176 likes
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  20. Retweeted
    Sep 6

    Robert E. Lee Statue to be removed Wednesday, 9/8/21. Installation of protective fencing begins Tuesday PM, 9/7/21. Continue to follow this site for the latest up-to-date info throughout the removal process.

    29 replies 47 retweets 100 likes
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