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Obama ramps up pressure in Virginia redistricting battle: ‘We’re counting on you’

Obama ramps up pressure in Virginia redistricting battle: ‘We’re counting on you’

Summary

President Barack Obama is encouraging voters in Virginia to support a state redistricting plan. He says this will help Democratic candidates have a better chance in the November midterm elections and reminds people that early voting has started.

Key Facts

  • President Obama is urging Virginia voters to back a redistricting measure.
  • The redistricting effort aims to improve Democrats' chances in upcoming elections.
  • Early voting in Virginia has already begun.
  • Obama released a video message to remind and motivate voters.
  • The message refers to Virginia as the "Old Dominion," a nickname for the state.
  • The focus is on the November midterm elections.
  • The video message was obtained by ABC News.
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