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Rachel Levy

DEMOCRAT

Rachel Levy is running for Virginia State Delegate, District 59.

Personal background

Rachel is originally from Washington, Virginia. She has a bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University, a master's degree from George Washington University, and a PhD in educational leadership and policy from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Professional background

Rachel is a consultant for Rachel Runs Consulting. She used to be a high school social studies teacher.

Political background

Rachel Levy previously ran for state delegate in 2021 but did not win.

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Energy & the Environment

Wants more public transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, bike lands, and hiking and walking trails.

Supports transitioning to renewable energy sources while making them affordable.

Wants fair wages for renewable energy workers.

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Economy

Supports raising the minimum wage to $15 and providing paid sick, medical, and family leave for all workers.

Wants emergency funds for renters.

Supports "right to repair" policies for home appliances and agricultural equipment.

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Healthcare

Supports abortion.

Wants more funding for mental health services.

Supports expanding access to Medicaid.

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Education

Supports raising the salaries of teachers and all public school staffers.

Plans to reduce gaps in opportunities and outcomes for students of color, special education, English Language Learners, and low-income students.

Supports education on race and racism.

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Public Safety

Wants to raise pay for the police and firefighters and provide better training.

Plans to promote the police using non-lethal force, supports civilian oversight of the police, and wants traffic enforcement to be done by an unarmed civilian agency rather than the police.

Wants to automatically expunge criminal records of individuals who have been released from prison.

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