See below for video from Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA10) from earlier today: “Over 250 people came to my first town hall—thank you for showing up, VA-10! From climate change to health care, I need to hear directly from you. Your voice is what makes the difference, and I’m honored to represent you in Congress.”
Isn’t it great, by the way, to have a *real* representative who actually reflects the views of her district and isn’t afraid to meet with voters (as Barbara Comstock clearly was).
As for what was said at the town hall, see below the video.
From the WaPo’s Dave Weigel’s Twitter feed
- “Definitely the first time I’ve heard this Q: A frustrated-sounding constituent (who video records the exchange and leaves right after) asks why Wexton is hanging a transgender flag instead of a POW flag outside her office. Wexton says it’s a ‘community that’s under attack and needs our support.’ What she does not say, but could, is that she has a transgender kid in the family, who was invited to House swearing-in day. One of those moments where you see the culture clash in full color. You could tell this constituent — jaw clenched, storming out afterward — was genuinely offended that Wexton was not flying a POW flag, and he overstated the # of POWS (1,589) by a factor of 10.”
- “I’m at Rep. Jennifer Wexton’s first town hall. One constituent criticizes Ds as ‘puppets’ for Pelosi during SOTU. Wexton: ‘When [Trump] said he’d make an unprecedented investment in child cancer research, I was proud to stand up and applaud. But his budget doesn’t do that.'”
From Rep. Wexton’s Twitter feed (including retweets):
I heard from students and parents who are terrified that lockdown drills have become the new normal. We’ve already passed bold gun safety legislation in the House, and I’ll continue to fight for common-sense bills that will save lives and #EndGunViolence. pic.twitter.com/1LzVIG781l
— Rep. Jennifer Wexton (@RepWexton) March 17, 2019
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I’ll look forward to seeing you at my next town hall. ?♀️https://t.co/MqBWHu7Rnc pic.twitter.com/YQ9e0Dq6JZ
— Rep. Jennifer Wexton (@RepWexton) March 17, 2019
At my town hall, we spoke about the threat of climate change. It’s real and urgent—especially for the next generation.
I’m fighting to take steps now that will build more resilient communities and a sustainable future for our kids. pic.twitter.com/5u5fMg6VSY
— Rep. Jennifer Wexton (@RepWexton) March 17, 2019
Quality, affordable healthcare should be accessible to every American and no family should go bankrupt over a medical emergency. I’m working to strengthen the ACA and expand access to coverage.
Thank you @LittleLobbyists for showing up & speaking out on this issue. pic.twitter.com/siOOAPAguM
— Rep. Jennifer Wexton (@RepWexton) March 17, 2019
So refreshing to have a Congresswoman who holds real in-person town halls! Thank you @RepWexton for listening to your constituents. Loudoun @MomsDemand members were glad to hear about your support for HR8! pic.twitter.com/RPq7zDm4aY
— Elizabeth Coppage (@ecoppage) March 17, 2019
Packed house @RepWexton 1st Town Hall. Great Q&A and respectful dialogue from all. pic.twitter.com/so1tGYZLMu
— Delegate John Bell (@DelegateJBell) March 17, 2019
From Hassan For Virginia:
“My question for Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton at her first town hall: In the wake of New Zealand, what can we do to stand together to relegate white nationalism to the dustbin of history where it belongs?”
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