RICHMOND FIRST
A civic organization dedicated to responsible citizenship and the improvement of government since 1919.
HOTLY CONTESTED SENTATE RACES
Candidates from two of the area's most competitive state Senate races will answer questions about their policies during Richmond First's annual Candidates Forum on Wednesday, October 11.
Candidates Forum:
Featuring Candidates from Two of the Area's Most Competitive Races
All eyes are on our Virginia General Assembly election this November. Virginia's voting trends have serious national implications for both Republicans and Democrats, according to a recent article in "USA Today," noting that millions of dollars in advertising funds are pouring in for candidates of both parties.
Candidates from two of the area's most competitive state Senate races will answer questions about their policies during Richmond First's annual Candidates Forum on Wednesday, October 11.
Henry Graff, political reporter for WWBT Channel 12, will moderate, with questions supplied by Richmond First members. Issues include education funding, taxation policies, environmental law, abortion legislation, gun control measures, and marijuana regulations, among others.
Participating candidates will be:
District 12 (Chesterfield/Colonial Heights) District 16 (Henrico)
NOTE: Delegate Schuyler VanValkenburg (D), has been asked to send his answers to questions in advance, as the Richmond First meeting conflicts with his teaching schedule.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from those who will be crafting state policies at the Virginia General Assembly during the next four years.
Please arrive around 11:30 a.m. to check in, with lunch served at noon. The Forum begins at 12:30 p.m. and will conclude around 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Willow Oaks Country Club, Richmond, VA.
The Richmond First founders shared a common vision of creating an organization that would inform the public and political leaders about a broad range of civic issues, policies and solutions. The spirit of enlightened activism that initially inspired the formation of the organization in 1919 lives on in our current review of and involvement in current issues in the Richmond metropolitan area. During its 104-year history, the organization has provided nonpartisan leadership on a number of issues critical to the quality of governance in the region. Through its work, Richmond First (RFC) promotes responsible citizenship and governance.
WHEN ARE MEETINGS?
Monthly luncheon meetings are held at noon on the second Wednesday of each month at Willow Oaks Country Club. Excellent speakers have long been the centerpiece of RFC's work. Known as a knowledgeable, informed group, our membership attracts respected, well-known leaders.
Speakers include educators, candidates for office, government officials, political analysts, and specialists in transportation, tourism, regional cooperation, health care, housing, and other matters of public interest.
WHO BELONGS?
Membership is open to all who want to stay well informed about community and governmental issues.
If you're looking for an opportunity to learn and to contribute to our region, RFC is the right choice.
IS RFC PARTISAN?
No, RFC strives to be nonpartisan in the selection of speakers and topics for meetings. Balance has always been a hallmark of the club and its leadership.
ADVOCACY:
RFC joins with like-mined organizations to advocate for good government and community development:
HOW CAN I JOIN?
Please check our Membership page for additional information.
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