Veterans for America First Endorses John Reid for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia
Veterans for America First (VFAF) proudly endorses John Reid for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, recognizing him as a patriot, veteran advocate, and proven conservative leader who will put Virginia’s veterans and families first.
November 4 will determine if the legacy of a red Virginia will continue in the Governor’s office. Let’s not forget — President Donald Trump only missed victory in the Commonwealth by fewer than 261,000 votes, while over 600,000 veterans live in Virginia. The Commonwealth needs leadership that understands these issues and will get Virginia’s veterans out to vote.
John Reid is that leader. A lifelong Virginian and graduate of Baylor University, Reid began his service to the nation as one of the final interns in President Ronald Reagan’s Los Angeles office after he left the White House. He later served as Communications Director for U.S. Senator George Allen and went on to lead as Chief Communications Officer for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the nation’s largest post-9/11 veterans organization. In that role, Reid worked tirelessly to ensure America’s heroes received the care, respect, and recognition they earned through service.
For nearly a decade, John Reid was the award-winning host of the WRVA Morning Show, giving a strong, consistent voice to the issues facing veterans, military families, and law enforcement. He also founded The Virginia Council, a grassroots effort to defend Virginia’s heritage, strengthen civic education, and protect freedom for future generations.
His opponent, Ghazala Hashmi, has a troubling record of siding with policies that undermine parental rights and supporting protest movements with ties to Hamas-linked organizations. Virginians must ask themselves: can Hashmi be trusted to stand up for Virginia’s veterans and families?
The answer is clear. John Reid is a true conservative who believes in the core values of God, family, country, and constitutional freedom. With his lifelong record of service — from the Reagan era to leading America’s largest veterans’ advocacy organization — John Reid has demonstrated resilience, strength, and leadership that Virginia can trust.
Why VFAF Supports John Reid:
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Veterans’ Advocate: Proven leadership with Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America.
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Trusted Voice: Used his media platform to champion veterans, military families, and law enforcement.
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Conservative Leader: Rooted in service that began under Ronald Reagan and continues today.
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Proven & Resilient: Demonstrates the determination that resonates with America’s veterans.
Veterans for America First proudly endorses John Reid for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia — a leader committed to putting Virginia’s veterans first.
