GOVERNOR:
Abigail Spanberger

Abigail Spanberger represented Virginia’s Seventh Congressional District in the U.S. House for three terms. Abigail began her career of public service as a federal law enforcement officer then joined the CIA, working undercover and overseeing high-profile programs to combat terrorism. In 2018, Abigail became the first Democrat since 1968 — and the first woman ever — to be elected to serve the Seventh District, where she served on the House Intelligence Committee and the House Agriculture Committee. 

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LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR:
Ghazala Hashmi

“I am honored to receive CCAN’s endorsement. CCAN Action Fund has been a consistent and strong advocate in the work to combat climate change, and this work is more important now if we are to have true and meaningful responses to the climate crisis. I am eager to partner in collaborative efforts with CCAN to ensure that we leave an environmentally-safe and healthy earth for our children and grandchildren.”

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ATTORNEY GENERAL:
Jay Jones

“I’m thankful to be endorsed by the Chesapeake Climate Action Network Action Fund. Being a fourth-generation Virginian from Hampton Roads – the second most vulnerable place to rising sea levels in the entire country – I’ve always been committed to tackling Virginia’s environmental crisis. As Attorney General, I look forward to working alongside CCAN to hold polluters accountable and ensure Virginia leads the way in building a clean energy future for our children and generations to come.”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 57 (HENRICO, GOOCHLAND): 
May Nivar

“We must protect our planet for generations to come and preserve Virginia’s unique natural assets such as the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, as well as our rich and diverse wildlife.”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 82 (PETERSBURG)
Kimberly Pope Adams

“Growing up in Hopewell, VA, I understand the importance of clean air and water in our community and am more determined than ever to win this race so we can make sure our community is sustainable and thriving!”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 75 (CHESTERFIELD):
Lindsey Dougherty

“As Delegate, I look forward to working with CCAN Action Fund and key stakeholders in order to advance environmental policies that help the Commonwealth move towards a greener future.”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 22 (PRINCE WILLIAM):
Elizabeth Guzman

“I’m proud to have the support of the CCAN Action Fund. Their work to tackle the climate crisis and protect our environment is critical to the future of Virginia. We share a commitment to bold climate action, clean energy jobs, and protecting the Chesapeake Bay. I’m grateful to stand with them in the fight for a more sustainable and just future for our communities.”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 41 (BLACKSBURG):
Lily Franklin

“Several generations of my family live in SWVA, and I’ve spent the majority of my life in these mountains. I started my career as a high school math teacher in rural Appalachia. Later, as a staffer with Delegate Sam Rasoul, I pushed for a grant program for local food and farming infrastructure and legislation to establish maximum contaminant levels for the cancer-causing & deadly “forever” chemicals in drinking water. This is my home, and I’ll never stop fighting for it.”

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HOUSE DISTRICT 89 (CHESAPEAKE):
Kacey Carnegie

“As we face rising sea levels, intensifying storms, and environmental injustices, I know how urgent it is to protect our future. I’m committed to working with organizations like CCAN Action Fund to build a clean energy economy, promote environmental justice, and ensure Virginia leads on climate solutions.”

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