SPECIAL ELECTION ALERT!

Debra Gardner for State Senate

Always Putting Our FAMILIES & VALUES FIRST

Chesterfield and Richmond need a proven DEMOCRAT fighter who will stand up to MAGA extremists and protect our freedoms. With my lifetime of protecting women and children, I'm ready to defend our values in the Virginia Senate.

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Chesterfield County, VA 23235

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Chesterfield and RVA's Democratic Force Protecting Us From MAGA Extremists

I've spent my life protecting women and children – first as a social worker, then as a leader in human services, and as a board member of Planned Parenthood. Now, as your Delegate representing the 76th District, I've led the fight to protect reproductive rights from MAGA extremists.

I've invested in our kids and schools so they have opportunity for a better future. With over 30 years of public service, I've dedicated my career to fighting for families who need someone in their corner.

In the State Senate, I'll continue standing up to Trump and MAGA Republicans who threaten our freedoms. We need leaders who will protect women's reproductive rights, raise teacher pay, lower costs for working families, and create good-paying jobs. That's exactly what I'll do.

Current: Virginia House of Delegates, District 76 (2024-present)
Board Member: Planned Parenthood
Former: Chief Deputy Director, Virginia Department of Corrections
Former: Director, Richmond Department of Social Services
Education: MPA from Virginia Commonwealth University, BA in Sociology from North Carolina Central University

We Can Count on Debra!

✓ Protect Women's Reproductive Rights

Defend abortion access from Trump and MAGA extremists
Protect healthcare decisions between women and their doctors
Fight federal attempts to ban reproductive healthcare
Ensure access to contraception and family planning
Stand with Planned Parenthood and healthcare providers

✓ Raise Teacher Pay

Increase teacher pay to the national average
Recruit and retain the best educators
Fix the school funding formula for equity
Invest in school infrastructure and repairs
Support early childhood education programs

✓ Lower Costs for Families

Help working families get ahead
Lower prescription drug costs
Make housing more affordable
Reduce healthcare expenses
Fight inflation and rising prices

✓ Support Local Business

Create good-paying jobs in our community
Support small businesses and entrepreneurs
Expand workforce development programs
Bring economic opportunity to District 15
Invest in job training and skills development

🏥 Healthcare Access

Protect and expand Medicaid coverage
Lower prescription drug costs through the Prescription Drug Affordability Board
Increase mental health services for children and families
Expand maternal healthcare access

🏠 Affordable Housing

Create pathways to homeownership
Protect tenants from unfair rent increases
Expand broadband access in multi-family housing
Prioritize affordable housing on surplus public land

⚖️ Criminal Justice Reform

Support evidence-based programs that reduce recidivism
Expand job training and reentry programs
Reform sentencing guidelines for fairness
Invest in community-based public safety solutions

💼 Economic Opportunity

Raise the minimum wage to $15/hour
Support small businesses and entrepreneurs
Protect workers' rights and fair wages
Expand workforce development programs

🌍 Environmental Protection

Combat climate change with clean energy investments
Protect our natural resources and waterways
Support wildlife corridors and conservation
Environmental justice for all communities

Proven Results in the House of Delegates

Criminal Justice Reform

Successfully passed legislation establishing post-release job search assistance, helping over 1,500 returning citizens find employment and reduce recidivism.

Healthcare Expansion

Championed mental health screening for children 5 and under, ensuring early intervention and support for Virginia's youngest residents.

Housing Advocacy

Led efforts to establish the Access to Housing Task Force and fought for tenant protections including broadband access rights.

Workers' Rights

Sponsored legislation to study wage theft and increase wages for tipped employees, standing up for Virginia's working families.

Early Childhood Support

Fought to increase reimbursement rates for Early Intervention programs, supporting children with disabilities and their families.

Public Safety Innovation

Worked on comprehensive criminal justice training academy curriculum reform to improve community policing and public safety.

Endorsed by Leaders Fighting for Virginia

From day one, my campaigns have always been powered by people, and I'm proud to have the support of small business owners, teachers, parents, faith leaders, and community advocates who want a voice in Richmond and a future that works for everyone.

Organizations

• Virginia's List

• Network NOVA

• Emily’s List

Virginia State Senators

• State Senator L. Louise Lucas

• State Senator Aaron Rouse

Virginia Delegates

• Delegate Bonita Anthony

• Delegate Karen Keys-Gamarra

• Delegate Rozia Henson

• Delegate Destiny Levere Bolling

• Delegate Candi Mundon King

Chesterfield County Leaders

• Jessica Schneider, Board of Chesterfield Supervisors Clover Hill

• Elizabeth Hardin, Current Planning District Commissioner for Clover Hill and former CCDC Chair

• Evelyn Harris, former CCDC Chair and Community Activist

• Michael Jackson, former CCDC Committee Chair, former Dale District Planning Commissioner, and Treasurer

• Bill Brown, former CCDC Democratic Committee Chair and former Dale District Planning Commissioner

• Sara Gaborik, former CCDC Committee Chair and practicing attorney

• Stephen Miller-Pitts, immediate Past President of the CCDC Democratic Committee

• Nicole Martin, current NAACP Chesterfield Chapter Chair

• Avohom (Vo) Carpenter, former NAACP Chesterfield Chapter Chair and community activist

• Curtis Stancil, Serial Entrepreneur

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Gardner for Senate
P.O. Box 74571
North Chesterfield, VA 23832