8/19/2020 “I welcome the opportunity for a healthy debate with my Republican opponent” Qasim Rashid, Democratic candidate for Congress in Virginia’s First District will debate criminal justice policy and reform with his Republican opponent, Rob Wittman, at the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy.  “At this moment in American history, constituents of  the 1st Congressional District must know where their candidates stand on these powerfully important issues surrounding policing, criminal justice policy, and reform” says Rashid. “Throughout my career as a human rights lawyer, and now as a

8/18/2020 “As the brother of a U.S. Marine Corp veteran, I am so proud to accept this endorsement.” STAFFORD, VA - Qasim Rashid, Democratic nominee for U.S. Congress in VA-01, has been endorsed by Common Defense. Common Defense is an organization committed to mobilizing veterans and promoting progressive values in 2020 and beyond. “This is an honor,” says Rashid. “As the brother of a U.S. Marine Corp veteran, I am so proud to accept this endorsement. The First District is a hub for veterans and I commit

8/17/2020 “We need to treat broadband like a utility” STAFFORD, VA - Qasim Rashid, father of Stafford County Public School students and Democratic nominee for U.S. Congress in VA-01, recently published an op-ed in the Free Lance-Star following his Last Mile Broadband Plan release, last week.  “We are still in the midst of a global pandemic and now also in back-to-school season. That means we must do everything we can to keep our communities safe” writes Rashid.  “Our superintendents, schools, teachers, and administrators have gone above and beyond

8/16/2020 “We need to understand that The Postal Service is not a business. It's a public service. It's a public good.” STAFFORD, VA - Qasim Rashid, Democratic nominee for U.S. Congress in VA-01 continued to speak out against the systematic dismantling of the United States Postal Service. Read his statement here:  “Trump’s handpicked crony Louis DeJoy is destroying the United States Postal Service,'' said Rashid. “We need to understand that The Postal Service is not a business. It's a public service. It's a public good. Its goal

8/14/2020 Kaine says Rashid "is a champion for working people" STAFFORD, VA – Today Senator Tim Kaine, a longtime public servant and  the 2016 Democratic vice presidential nominee, endorsed Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's First Congressional District. "I'm proud to endorse and support Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's 1st District," said Kaine. "He is a champion for working people, and as a human rights attorney he has shown a commitment to compassion through action. He knows the importance of raising wages, lowering the

8/14/2020 "I'm honored by this show of support," says Rashid STAFFORD, VA – Today, seven members of the United States House of Representatives endorsed Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's First Congressional District. The list includes: Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03)Congressman Don McEachin (VA-04)Congressman Don Beyer (VA-08)Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (VA-10)Congressman Gerry Connolly (VA-11)Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06)Congressman André Carson (IN-07) "I'm honored by this show of support from so many incredible leaders," said Rashid. "I hope to join their ranks after November 3 to work to move our country

8/14/2020 STAFFORD, VA – Today former Congressman, diplomat, and 2017 gubernatorial candidate Tom Perriello endorsed Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's First Congressional District. "I'm grateful for Tom Perriello's endorsement," said Rashid. "From his human rights work to his time in Congress, to his time in the Obama State Department, to his inspiring campaign for governor, he's been a powerful voice from our commonwealth for a better world." Rashid will compete in the general election against independent Shawn Ponterio and incumbent Republican Congressman Rob Wittman on

8/14/2020 STAFFORD, VA – Today Governor Ralph Northam endorsed Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's First Congressional District. "I greatly appreciate Governor Northam's endorsement," said Rashid. "His leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic has been invaluable, and our commonwealth is lucky to have him. I look forward to bringing that same level of leadership to Washington so that our communities can receive the federal support that they so desperately need to defeat this pandemic and rescue our economy. " Rashid will compete in the general election against

8/14/2020 Rashid: "Now more than ever, we must transform advocacy into policy for Virginia's working families." STAFFORD, VA – Today, GCubed CEO Vernon Green endorsed Qasim Rashid's campaign for Congress in Virginia's First Congressional District.  Vernon Green is a retired Army Chief Warrant Officer. His company, GCubed, is an information technology and cybersecurity business which champions corporate responsibility, recognizing that community development is necessary for economic development. "I always appreciate the support of exemplary community leaders," said Rashid, "and I particularly appreciate the support of Vernon Green. Put