Stella G. Pekarsky

Education

We cannot ban books simply because they expose students to diverse perspectives. Learn more

I support expanding programs to serve students with special needs, English language learners, and high-achieving students. Learn more

Environment / Energy

I will not accept contributions from state-regulated polluters, such as Dominion Energy, and I support a ban on such contributions. Learn more

We must implement and continue to improve upon the Virginia Clean Energy Act to secure a transition to 100% renewable energy. Learn more

Guns

I support an assault weapons ban and a ban on high-capacity magazines, because weapons of war do not belong in our communities. Learn more

Background checks for gun owners are a commonsense safety measure. Virginia must end concealed carry reciprocity for out-of-state gun owners from states without strong, universal background checks. Learn more

Legislation

I support campaign finance reform, including caps on gifts from lobbyists and a ban on donations from publicly-regulated corporations, such as Dominion Energy. Learn more

I support recent reforms to ease registration and mail voting in Virginia and support the continued expansion of ways to register to vote and cast your ballot. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

We also need to fund early childhood education and work to alleviate the burdensome cost of healthcare. Learn more

Wages / Job Benefits

I support repealing Virginia’s so-called “right-to-work” law and I will work to facilitate collective bargaining agreements and project labor agreements that create high-quality jobs. Learn more

I oppose efforts to privatize public education and similar public services. Learn more

Every worker should have the right to paid sick leave and paid family leave. Learn more

We must increase teacher pay, and I am running for State Senate because the state government holds the greatest ability to do so. Learn more

We must raise Virginia’s minimum wage to $15 per hour. Learn more