Virginia Police Benevolent Association Endorses Glenn Youngkin
The Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) today announced its endorsement of Glenn Youngkin for governor, citing the Republican nominee’s commitment to prioritizing public safety and supporting law enforcement across the Commonwealth. Youngkin sat down with VAPBA representatives in Richmond last week to discuss pressing issues facing Virginia.
VIDEO: “We Love Our Police” Rally
Dozens of citizens rallied in support of local police on Saturday, May 22. Several candidates for office were in attendance, including Matt Lang, Kenny Meteiver, and Gary Pan.
The rally, organized by Stand Up Virginia and BLEXIT VA, featured dynamic speakers who stressed the importance of law and order.
Undermining law enforcement puts everyone at risk, Fairfax City Councilman Sang Yi warned.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
January 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Established six years ago, the day is meant to honor the men and women in blue who risk their own safety to protect us all.
“Over the past year, our nation’s law enforcement professionals have endured all kinds of unwarranted hostility and disrespect,” Fairfax GOP Chairman Steve Knotts said today. “Now more than ever, we owe them a debt of gratitude.”
In 2020, 307 officers died in the line of duty, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page.
We Back Blue March
Back the Blue March, 22 August starting at 0930 in Fairfax (10550 Page Avenue)
Attorney General Bill Barr Joins “Back the Blue” Rally
Attorney General Bill Barr briefly joined Thursday afternoon’s “Back the Blue” rally in McLean, Virginia. “Can we make a quick U-turn? I want to jump out and thank those people,” Barr said to his FBI detail after they drove past the crowd.
Barr’s spokeswoman, Kerri Kupec, shared a video of the encounter via Twitter later Thursday evening.
Fairfax Citizens Brave Rain to “Back the Blue”
Fairfax citizens braved the rain Wednesday to “Back the Blue” at Old Town Square in the City of Fairfax. Former Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tom Homan rallied the crowd. “When you ‘defund the police,’ you’re taking security and safety from the community,” Homan warned.
Wednesday’s “Back the Blue” event was in response to continued lawlessness around the country.
Fairfax “Back the Blue” Rally
To show support for our hometown heroes in blue, Fairfax citizens have organized a “Back the Blue” rally to demonstrate appreciation for the Fairfax City and Fairfax County Police.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30 PM at Old Town Square in Fairfax City. There will be a short program starting at 7:00 PM.
“Back the Blue” Rally Planned in Fairfax City
To show support for our hometown heroes in blue, Fairfax citizens have organized a BACK THE BLUE Rally to demonstrate appreciation for the Fairfax City and Fairfax County Police.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30 PM at Old Town Square in Fairfax City. There will be a short program starting at 7:00 PM.