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Endorsements
Gov. Ralph Northam
73rd Governor of the
Commonwealth of Virginia
“I wholeheartedly endorse May Nivar for Delegate. I worked closely with May when she was chair of the Virginia Asian Advisory Board. She's a fierce champion for inclusion, representation, and progress so I know she'll fight and drive positive change for all Virginians. She will stand up for reproductive freedom, strong public schools, and reasonable gun violence prevention. She's the ideal candidate to represent House District 57.”
U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan
VA-04
“I've seen May work hard and stand up for what she believes in. She will be a champion for our community in the House of Delegates and the reproductive freedom champion we need at this moment. May will bring commonsense solutions that reflect our Democratic values to families who need help most.”
U.S. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam
VA-10
“In these challenging times, May’s track record, passion for service, and dedication to our community make her the champion we need right now. With May as Delegate, we can look forward to a brighter future for her district and our Commonwealth.”
Sen. Ghazala Hashmi
Virginia State, District 15
"May Nivar is exceptionally prepared and qualified for the work of Virginia’s General Assembly. May understands policy making; she listens to constituents; and she is a thoughtful and smart collaborator. I’ve never seen May shy away from difficult conversations or situations. She tackles hard issues with the measured approach that seeks solutions. May is the kind of leader we need in the House of Delegates."
Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim
Virginia State, District 37
“I'm excited that May Nivar is running for Delegate. She and I share similar backgrounds as children of immigrant parents who valued the American dream and understood the importance of hard work and sacrifice for education. I've seen May’s dedication firsthand so I know she'll use her experiences and values to ensure all Virginians have an opportunity to thrive in a fair and welcoming environment.”
Del. Rodney Willett
Virginia House of Delegates, District 58
"I’m proud to endorse May Nivar for HD-57, here in Henrico and eastern Goochland. She will stand up for our issues–for reproductive freedom, full funding for public schools, safe communities and gun violence prevention. I am eager to serve alongside May and partner with her to help our communities and families thrive."
Del. Sam Rasoul
Virginia House of Delegates, District 38
“May is driven by her deep concern for communities in need. Having known her for years, I can attest that she champions the working class and stands for social justice and equality. As Delegate, May will bring her diverse experience serving the community to the General Assembly and represent Virginia families in her district with unwavering integrity.”
Shannon Taylor
Commonwealth's Attorney, Henrico County
"I support May Nivar for delegate because over the years, I have seen firsthand how she shows up in the community. Her actions and hard work clearly demonstrate her commitment to improving lives in our area."
Tyrone Nelson
Henrico Board Supervisor, Varina District | Henrico Board of Supervisors, Immediate Past Chair
"May Nivar is my choice for delegate in HD-57. I know May shares my priorities that will make Henrico and all of the Commonwealth stronger and fairer - equal rights and equal protections for all Virginians, economic opportunity, outstanding public schools for all and reasonable gun violence prevention laws. As the chair of the Henrico Board of Supervisors, I am confident May will make a positive difference for all of us."
Roscoe Cooper
Henrico Board Supervisor,
Fairfield District
"As a former chair and member of the Henrico School Board and now a member of the Board of Supervisors, I am supporting May Nivar for HD-57. May understands that all our children need the best opportunities and all our schools need resources. I am eager to partner with her to make this a reality."
Leslie Mehta
Democratic Nominee
Congressional District 1
"I am truly thrilled that May is stepping up to run for House District 57. I got to know May during my congressional race and I know how hard she works, and how dedicated she is and will be to our principles and values. With the results of the presidential race, it is even more important that we have an impassioned fighter for reproductive freedom, economic opportunity and quality public education for all. May is that person!"
Institutional Endorsements
The First Ask is dedicated to identifying, elevating, and empowering democratic women to lead in State Legislatures across the country.
Commonwealth's leading political action committee supporting pro-choice Democratic women up and down the ballot in non-federal races.
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