Two bills related to psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in magic mushrooms, have been under debate by Virginia lawmakers. The first bill, HB 1513, proposed by Del. Dawn M. Adams (D), seeks to legalize the distribution and possession of psilocybin for specific...
Advocates Lobby Lawmakers To Enshrine Reproductive Rights In State Constitution
RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia lawmakers and advocates are fighting to enshrine women's reproductive rights in the state constitution amid a slew of anti-abortion bills, some which passed the House ahead of the session midpoint. Virginia Reproductive Equity Alliance, VREA,...
Anti-Trans Bills Cause Harm, Fear Even If They Fail, Advocates Say
RICHMOND, Va. -- Anti-transgender legislation is on the rise nationwide and in Virginia. Even if proposed legislation fails, the vitriol that makes headlines impacts LGBTQ communities, advocates say. Legislation considered anti trans usually falls under efforts that...
Art & Country: A Sunday Essay
Back in April, I had the great privilege of visiting the Louvre for the first time. The many works in that historic museum exceeded all my expectations and kept me enthralled for the all too short three hours I spent inside. As closing time approached, museum staff...
A Paid Day Off (For Everyone!) To Vote
Would a paid day off make it easier to vote? State employees have this benefit on Election Day -- but if you work for a private company, it’s not so easy. Day Off, Go Vote is starting a movement to level the field. “The run-of-the-mill CEO doesn’t care what...
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