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Generational Divide

Senior conservative Democratic senators from Fairfax undermine labor agenda.

When Democrats won both chambers of the General Assembly in November, hopes were high that the new majorities in the House and Senate would move forward with a progressive agenda that had been rejected when Republicans were in power. Labor groups were particularly excited about the prospect of passing a $15 minimum wage, collective bargaining for public employees and a requirement that all employers offer five paid sick days. But the General Assembly session ended this week without fully accomplishing these goals.

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“Invest in Fairfax,” Says Grassroots Coalition

Reaction to County Executive’s FY21 Advertised Budget

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Virginia Lawmakers Reflect on Historic General Assembly Session

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Coronavirus Could Hit Families’ Finances

Millions of workers lack the sick leave that coronavirus could demand.

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Opinion: Commentary: 2020 Virginia General Assembly: 39 Surovell Bills Passed

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Cappies Review: A Heart-wrenching Tale in Burke

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Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County Presented

Senior and junior high school students honored.

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Warming Up for Super Tuesday in Springfield

Bernie Sanders rallies with thousands at The St. James.

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Biden Wins Virginia

Virginia Presidential Primary 2020 Results

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House Versus Senate

Conservative upper chamber undermines progressive House of Delegates.

Democrats and Republicans in the General Assembly like to see themselves as adversaries. The real enemy, they like to say, is down the hall.

Inflicting Pain to Gain Relief

Self-Injury Awareness Month is a time to learn about the condition and erase the stigma.

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