NAACP Virginia State Conference Commends Governor Spanberger for Restoring Voting Rights to More Than 66,000 Virginians

The NAACP Virginia State Conference today commends Governor Abigail Spanberger for restoring voting rights to more than 66,000 Virginians, marking a historic step forward in the Commonwealth’s commitment to democracy and full civic participation. This executive action returns the fundamental right to vote to tens of thousands of Virginians who have rejoined their communities.

“Governor Spanberger’s decision to restore voting rights to more than 66,000 Virginians reflects the moral courage and leadership our Commonwealth deserves,” stated Rev. Cozy Bailey, President, NAACP Virginia State Conference.  “Voting is a fundamental right of citizenship – and every Virginian who has returned to their community deserves that right fully restored. The NAACP urges every Virginia voter to vote YES on the Voting Rights Constitutional Amendment for Automatic Restoration of Rights on November 3rd and make this permanent. Early voting begins September 18th.”

The NAACP Virginia State Conference champions civil rights, social justice, and full civic participation for all Virginians