Derrick Anderson (R), who is running for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, held a rally in Spotsylvania with Governor Glenn Youngkin and Mike Johnson, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. The speakers focused on getting out to vote on Election Day, Nov. 5, and encouraging friends and family to ensure they also vote.
One volunteer, Marie, who reportedly wrote thousands of postcards supporting Anderson, fainted during the rally. According to other attendees, both Youngkin and Johnson hopped down from the stage to assist her.
On Monday, November 4, Senator Tim Kaine (D) and Eugene Vindman spoke briefly to a small gathering in downtown Fredericksburg. Kaine is running again for Virginia Senate, and Vindman, a Democrat, is for the 7th Congressional District.
Kaine said, “Virginia is going to send a message,” noting that the state is often among the first to report election results and saying, “Virginia’s looking solid for Kamala.” Kaine noted that his campaign has held around 220 events this season, not including interviews, fundraisers, and Senate duties.
Kaine shared he first met Vindman when Vindman asked Kaine to perform his U.S. Army promotion ceremony after his superiors, U.S. Army Generals, were afraid to perform the ceremony for fear of angering then-President Donald Trump.
Vindman noted that he and his campaign have knocked on over 100,000 doors and crossed all areas of the district multiple times. He said, “People know what the stakes are in this election. They know that this country gets to choose what our path will be.”
Vindman did not stay after his remarks to speak to the press or the volunteers.
MPCC will be open and operating under normal business hours on Tuesday, November 5th.
? November 5th – Election Day Information: MPCC will be open from 6am-7pm as a voting poll location for Manassas Park Precinct 2 voters.
— Manassas Park Community Center (@theMPCC) November 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) will deploy federal monitors to observe elections in Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park on Election Day. These monitors will focus on ensuring local compliance with federal voting laws, specifically related to accessibility for voters with disabilities and the availability of language assistance.
Susan Reed, the Voter Registrar for Manassas, confirmed the DOJ’s involvement, stating, “DOJ has contacted me and have agreed to allow DOJ to monitor the precincts. The DOJ monitored right after Manassas City was language required several years ago. The DOJ’s focus is ensuring localities are making progress with ADA and language requirements. I have had positive feedback and also helpful suggestions from them. The DOJ’s monitors are doing their job to ensure federal laws are being followed, and Manassas City wants to adhere to federal law.”
Eric Olsen, the Director of Elections and General Registrar for Prince William County, noted that DOJ monitoring is not new to the area. “The Dept. of Justice has had monitors in several counties around the state, including Prince William County, for several recent general elections. They are generally focused on compliance with federal laws such as ADA and language assistance, so this isn’t anything new,” Olsen explained. “Their feedback is generally helpful, and we want to make sure we are compliant with all federal laws. DOJ has had monitors at polling places for many elections I have been a part of in MD, DC, and VA over the last 14 years. They must comply with the same observation rules that partisan and international observers must adhere to.”
Monitoring Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park is part of a broader DOJ initiative to oversee compliance with federal voting rights laws in 86 jurisdictions nationwide on Election Day.
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division will coordinate the effort, deploying personnel from multiple divisions, including the Civil Rights Division, U.S. Attorney’s Offices, and federal observers from the Office of Personnel Management. Throughout Election Day, DOJ representatives will contact state and local election officials to address potential issues.
The Civil Rights Division’s Voting Section enforces federal statutes designed to protect the right to vote, including the Voting Rights Act, National Voter Registration Act, Help America Vote Act, Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, and various Civil Rights Acts. The division’s Disability Rights Section ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), guaranteeing full and equal voting access for individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the Criminal Section enforces statutes against voter intimidation and suppression based on race, color, national origin, or religion.
On Election Day, the public can report potential voting rights violations directly to DOJ personnel. Complaints can be filed through the department’s website at civilrights.justice.gov or by calling 800-253-3931.
Today, November 4, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin will join Republican congressional candidate Derrick Anderson in a Get Out the Vote Rally in Spotsylvania County.
A former Green Beret, Anderson is vying to unseat Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger in Virginia’s hotly contested 7th District. Anderson faces Democrat Eugene Vindman in what many are calling a close race.
The rally, intended to energize supporters just days before Election Day, will be held at Anderson’s campaign office near the Cracker Barrel on Southpoint Parkway, conveniently located near I-95. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with the event beginning at 5 p.m.
Election Day is tomorrow, Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
If you don’t plan on voting early, make sure to double-check your current polling place on the Virginia Department of Elections website. On Election Day, polling places will be open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Here’s a comprehensive list of early voting locations along with ways to access sample ballots.
Prince William County
Prince William County has six early voting locations, including:
- Woodbridge Department of Motor Vehicles, 2731 Caton Hill Road
- A.J. Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive (Woodbridge)
- Dumfries Community Center, 17757 Main St.
- Haymarket Gainesville Library, 14780 Lightner Road (Haymarket)
- Prince William County Office of Elections, 9250 Lee Ave. (Manassas)
- Brentsville Courthouse, 12229 Bristow Road
The county has a website where voters can check the wait times at each location before heading out to the location. Check out the sample ballots before heading to the polls.
City of Manassas
Early voting is available in the City of Manassas at 9025 Center St. from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. The city has six Election Day polling places.
Here is a sample ballot to check before heading to the polls.
Manassas Park
In Manassas Park, early voting is available at City Hall (100 Park Central Plaza) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. There are three polling places for Election Day, and can be found on the state’s website or on a searchable spreadsheet.
Here’s a sample ballot to check out before heading to the polls.
Stafford County
Early voting is available at the new location of the Registrar’s Office at 124 Old Potomac Church Road Suite 205 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. There are several polling places on Election Day, so be sure to check the state’s or Stafford County’s websites.
Here’s a sample ballot.
City of Fredericksburg
City of Fredericksburg residents can head out to the Office of Voter Registration and Elections for early voting, located at 601 Caroline St. Suite 500 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
There are a few precincts in the city, so check your specific polling place through the state’s or Fredericksburg’s websites.
Here’s a sample ballot.
Spotsylvania County
Early voting is available in Spotsylvania County at the Lee Hill 1 Building (10300 Spotsylvania Ave., Suite 101) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Check your specific Election Day polling place at the state’s website.
Here’s a sample ballot.
From The Center Square:
Republican leaders are praising Wednesday’s 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court decision to allow Virginia to keep “noncitizens” off the voter rolls.
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, who led the appeal in the highest court, calls the ruling a “win for election integrity and the rule of law.” Although pleased with the outcome, he expressed concern with the Biden-Harris administration’s attempt to “execute” his lawsuit.
From Lynn Forkell Greene, Manassas City Council candidate:
Three years ago, I joined a grassroots movement to save the Greater Manassas Baseball League (GMBL), an organization that serves as the heart and soul of our local sports community. Today, GMBL stands on the precipice of an uncertain future. The crucial question now is: Will Micron move forward with its option to purchase the E.G. Smith Baseball Complex, or will they stand down? Why have the current Council and Interim City Manager been so silent toward the GMBL Board?
For me, preserving GMBL isn’t just about baseball—it’s about standing up for transparency, integrity, and authentic representation in Manassas.
When GMBL was threatened by a public sale, I mobilized parents, players, and local supporters, making it clear that youth sports are integral to our community’s identity and the development of our children. Thanks to these efforts, GMBL’s advocates managed to secure renewed Council commitment to preserving our fields and youth sports. But now, more than ever, we must continue the fight.
This moment represents more than the future of GMBL; it’s a choice for Manassas residents. Will we elect leaders who genuinely reflect our values, or allow those in power to prioritize hidden agendas? The Micron deal with the city expires this week, and yet City Hall has maintained years of silence despite public assurances of a new home for GMBL. Micron now waits on a city response, and the stakes have never been higher.
Micron’s decision looms: will they prioritize corporate interests over their promises, or honor their commitments until we have leaders who represent us effectively? GMBL’s fate—and by extension, our community’s future—rests on who we elect in this coming election. If Micron proceeds with the purchase, GMBL will need a new home, and current city leaders will have failed to keep their word.
The ongoing issues surrounding GMBL and Micron’s role highlight the power of democracy rooted in accountability. My advocacy has shown that as constituents, we must demand transparency and genuine representation. Election day is our opportunity to ensure our voices are heard.
This movement is bigger than one baseball league; it’s about preserving democracy and reinforcing community values. By casting your vote, you uphold these principles and demand leadership that works for all of us.
Manassas City voters can cast their ballots early through Saturday at the Registrar’s office at 9025 Center Street or at their regular polling places on election day, Tuesday, November 5.
Let’s make the right choice for our city’s future.
Forkell Greene, a Republican, is seeking her first full term on the council after she won a special election in November 2021 to complete the term of then-council member Michelle Davis Younger, who was elected city mayor in 2020. Forkell Greene’s term expired in December 2022.
Of the county’s 332,032 registered voters, 71,645 opted to vote early in person, with an additional 37,631 mail-in ballots requested. So far, 23,376 of those mail ballots have been returned, contributing to a total voter turnout of 28.62% as of October 29, 2024.
Olsen noted that this year's early voter turnout could be 10-15% lower than the county’s record-setting early voting participation of 110,000 in 2020, a year marked by the pandemic’s impact on voting behaviors. In that election, a surge in mail-in voting saw 60,000 residents cast ballots by mail. By contrast, this year’s mail ballot requests are about half of 2020's level, reflecting shifts in voting patterns post-pandemic.
