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Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell and guest Schuyler VanValkenburg, Virginia (72nd District), of the Virginia House of Delegates
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell and guest Schuyler VanValkenburg, Virginia (72nd District), of the Virginia House of Delegates
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell and guest Schuyler VanValkenburg, Virginia (72nd District), of the Virginia House of Delegates
Thursday 23rd April 2020
Nathan Mitchell and Schuyler VanValkenburg discuss substance use disorder, decarceration, and election accessibility in Virginia on 'Get In The Herd'.
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Get the buttons here!Virginia's Path to Recovery and Fair Elections: A Talk with Schuyler VanValkenburg
I think Virginia has been way too law and order focused at the expense of helping people for Decades and that we need to unwind that.
Ever wondered how Virginia is tackling substance use disorder and making elections more accessible? In this episode of 'Get In The Herd', host Nathan Mitchell sits down with Schuyler VanValkenburg from the Virginia House of Delegates to break it all down. They kick things off by examining the state’s struggle with substance use disorder and the urgent need for better funding and support systems.
VanValkenburg highlights how Virginia’s past 'law and order' approach has often sidelined the real help people need, and how recent moves towards decarceration are a step in the right direction. They celebrate milestones like the Chesterfield recovery high school, a beacon of hope for many. The conversation then shifts gears to election accessibility. Did you know Virginia was once ranked 49th in voter accessibility?
VanValkenburg shares his mission to change that, detailing the efforts to make voting easier and fairer for everyone. Throughout their chat, both Mitchell and VanValkenburg draw from personal experiences, making the discussion relatable and engaging. They also stress the importance of community support in battling addiction and ensuring fair elections. By the end of this episode, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of the challenges Virginia faces and the promising strides being made.
Tune in to 'Get In The Herd' for an eye-opening discussion that’s both informative and hopeful.