Let’s keep Virginia blue!
Join Sister District Portland+ & Friends Virtual Phonebank every Saturday morning, from 11:00AM to 12:30PM, starting on May 10th.
Meet Our Candidates
Lily Franklin
A former high school math teacher and Chief of Staff for VA Delegate Sam Rasoul, Lily Franklin has long been a dedicated advocate for affordable housing, accessible childcare, and quality education. Help us elect Democratic challenger Lily Franklin to defend and expand our one seat majority in the Virginia House of Delegates!
Nadarius Clark
A community activist, organizer, and Delegate in the VA House, representing the 84th district. A Portsmouth native and Virginia Union University graduate, he was raised in a strong community of faith, and comes from a military family. In 2021, he made history as the youngest Dem and first African American elected to represent his district. As a leader in the VA House, he’s passed legislation to improve the lives of all of his constituents. From taking on the debt collection industry, to fighting for public school funding, Delegate Clark has, and always will, put the working families of Hampton Roads first.
Virginia is having a general election in 2025, and keeping the majority in the House of Delegates is crucial.
After flipping the Virginia House of Delegates in 2023 by only 975 votes, we must help protect the Democratic majority to continue safeguarding democracy, especially with the growing threats coming from the federal government. Keeping the Dem majority ensures that Virginia remains a firewall against right-wing extremism and a leader in expanding economic opportunity, protecting freedoms, and defending democracy. A strong performance in Virginia this year will not only protect and expand the rights of Virginians, but also generate national momentum, inspiring Democratic successes in the 2026 midterms.
Why this race:
Democrats hold the majority in the Virginia House of Delegates by a single seat—and this seat is critical to maintaining their power. Lily Franklin is running again in 2025 after narrowly losing the 2023 election for Virginia’s 41st House District by just 183 votes. Flipping this seat is crucial for Democrats to strengthen their majority in the House of Delegates and continue advancing progressive policies in Virginia.
Why phonebank:
The data proves it: phonebanking is THE BEST volunteering option for remote voter contact. We identify supporters and let them know why their vote matters, speak with undecided voters, and recruit local volunteers. We also help improve our candidate’s data!
Come one, come all:
No experience necessary. Each Zoom phonebank includes training and check-ins for first-timers (experienced callers can jump right in). Our veteran phonebank leaders will help you get comfortable, increase your effectiveness, and make sure you have a great experience.