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Thomas Jefferson halted the Washington-Adams tradition of Presidents presenting their annual message to Congress in person. He thought it reeked of arrogant monarchy and Britain's "speech from the throne." He and later Presidents (until Wilson) sent annual messages in writing.

Bipartisan commission back in the 90s suggested a pay raise for VA Legislators. Overdue

Here's Ben voting for an 8-3 Republican gerrymander back when it benefited his party. Say what you want about the redistricting referendum, but at least we're honest enough to go to the people about it.

I often wonder can he sound or be less presidential than he was before then he proves, yes he can.

Well, he considers 45 another person

Broadway in Richmond reveals 2026-27 season #12OnYourSide 12onyourside.com/2026/03/17/bro…

President Bush on the life and service of Robert Mueller.

I worked with Bob Mueller while I was in Bush administration. He was a Marine, former United States Attorney and Director of FBI. After 9-11 he transformed the FBI to focus on terrorism threats. He was a true public servant and he always had my respect.

There are absolutely no grown ups in this White House or Cabinet. They all cater to this insane toddler and act like it’s normal for him to make twitter threats, get people killed, and upend the world economy. The people who work for him are so pathetic they wear shoes that don’t

Democrat Emily Gregory will win a special state House election in a Palm Beach district that includes President Donald Trump's Florida home of Mar-a-Lago, CNN's Decision Desk projects, adding another special election win to a recent string of victories around the country for

New NBC Poll: Trump’s job approval at 2nd term low. 63% Disapprove, 37% Approve. 50% STRONGLY Disapprove. So much winning.

Trust nothing Trump's DOJ does. The goal is to cheat, to rig the elections in 2026 and 2028.

New The Associated Press poll Trump’s job approval rating falls to 33%. Huge warning sign for the GOP —> Trump’s approval on handling the economy has tanked to 30%, falling by 9 points since February before he launched the Iran war. apnews.com/article/trump-…

Actually called passing bill in its enrolled form notwithstanding Governor’s objections

Governor is done Doesn’t go back

Wishing luck to the final State Legislature heading into their 2026 Session. IRC support is always available to you for whatever needs or concerns that may arise. Simply visit our website at roll-call.com/customer-suppo… #internationalrollcall #legislativevotingsolutions

🚨 JUST NOW: The entirety of US Congress ERUPTS in a standing ovation when King Charles III drops this line “Magna Carta is cited in at least 160 Supreme Court cases in 1789, not least as the foundation of the principle that executive power is subject to CHECKS AND BALANCES."

IRC honors and celebrates the approximately 30,000 people who keep democracy moving during NCSL’s Legislative Staff Week! Your expertise and commitment make effective governance possible every day. #LegislativeStaffWeek #internationalrollcall #legislativevotingsolutions

Team IRC had a great time reconnecting with friends at the 2026 ASLCS Spring Business Meeting in Asheville, NC! A special shoutout to all legislative staff this #LegislativeStaffWeek and the tremendous impact they have on moving the democratic process forward. You Rock!!!