State Senator Ghazala Hashmi, the Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor, will face Republican John Reid in the General Election. Reid’s extreme record falls right in line with the entire Republican ticket – supporting an abortion ban, defunding public schools, and backing Donald Trump’s attacks on Virginia’s workforce and economy.

“John Reid’s record is not just out of step with Virginia — it’s dangerous. From supporting an abortion ban and attacking public schools to defending Donald Trump’s reckless policies, Reid represents a far-right agenda that would harm our families, our economy, and our future,” said DPVA Chairman Lamont Bagby. “Ghazala Hashmi will protect our freedoms, invest in our communities, and stand up for working people. This November, the choice couldn’t be clearer.”

Here’s what to know about Reid’s extreme record:

• Reid supports an abortion ban and has even compared abortion to slavery.
• He promotes deep cuts to the federal workforce, which comprises over 300,000 Virginians, and wants to create a “Virginia DOGE.”
• He backs school voucher programs at the expense of public education.
• He opposes common-sense gun safety measures, repeatedly denouncing gun-free zones near schools and hospitals.
• He opposes building new housing, calling affordable housing “gross” on his radio show.
• He has praised Trump’s tariffs, despite experts proving it will hurt Virginia’s families and small businesses.###