Michael Pope
Virginia Public Radio ReporterMichael Pope is an author and journalist who lives in Old Town Alexandria. He has reported for NPR, the New York Times and the Alexandria Gazette Packet. He has a master's degree in American Studies from Florida State University, and he is a former adjunct professor at Tallahassee Community College. He is the author of five books.
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Immigration enforcement should not happen at the polls. That’s the argument of the County Board of Arlington in a new federal lawsuit aimed at keeping ICE agents and the FBI away from voters during the election. -
It's not expected to swing again this year, although it is the most expensive on the ballot anywhere in Virginia. -
The deadline for people to register to vote is Friday, though same-day registration is also an option. -
Millions of dollars are being spent to persuade voters to support or oppose three constitutional amendments on the ballot this year. -
Three different credit-rating agencies are giving Virginia the gold standard for states, a triple A credit rating.Fights over debt spending helped shape Virginia politics. -
As the end of voting draws near next month, a number of new polls are showing where the election results might be heading.
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The two Sundays this year where Sunday voting will be available all across Virginia are Sunday, October 18th and Sunday, October 25th. -
Same-day registration is a popular choice for college students, who are now able to register to vote and cast a ballot on the same day. -
Next week is the deadline for new voters to register, although Virginia also offers same-day voter registration that is open all the way through the end of voting on November 3rd. -
As the end of voting approaches next month, one issue is dominating Election 2026: high fuel prices at the pump.
