In this episode, Avery speaks with community organizer and independent party candidate for Virginia’s gubernatorial race, Ms. Princess Blanding. Avery and Ms. Blanding speak about the importance of community activism, her perspective on Virginia politics, and her goals as governor if she were to win the race.

While Democratic Party governors prepare for the primaries on June 8th, Ms. Blanding and her campaign are fighting to get on the ballot before that date. To support Ms. Blanding and her candidacy go to www.princessblanding.org and sign the petition form. Signing this petition does not act as a formal vote, but will help to ensure that Virginia will have a third-party candidate on the November ballot.

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