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Tom Perriello continues Listening Tour in Roanoke, Martinsville

Chris Graham

tom perrielloTom Perriello, Virginia gubernatorial candidate, will continue his “Common Good for the Commonwealth” listening tour on Wednesday and Thursday in Roanoke and Martinsville.

In Roanoke, Tom will meet with health clinic staff to discuss the harmful effects of repealing the Affordable Care Act on Virginians who need care. He will also meet with union members to hear their perspectives on how Virginia can stand up for the rights of workers in today’s 21st century economy.

In Martinsville, Tom will walk with former Mayor Kimble Reynolds and visit with small business owners, listening to their ideas about what can be done to grow the economies of cities like Martinsville that have been hit hard by the effects of globalization.

Wednesday, January 18

10:00-11:00 AM
Tour and Discussion of ACA Repeal with Health Clinic Staff
New Horizons Health Care Clinic
3716 Melrose Ave NW
Roanoke

2:00-2:45 PM
Roundtable with IUE-CWA Workers
IUE-CWA Local 162
8224 Shadwell Dr
Roanoke

Thursday, January 19

10:30 AM Departure
Main Street Tour with Martinsville Small Business Owners and Former Mayor Kimble Reynolds
Daily Grind
303 E Church St
Martinsville

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Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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