Campaign to enshrine voting rights in Virginia Constitution kicks off in Norfolk

By: Charlotte Rene Woods

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: August 7, 2026

Words: 712

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Portsmouth school board member Quniana Futrell appeared somber behind the podium in Norfolk’s Slover event space as she spoke in support of a proposal to amend Virginia’s constitution to automatically restore voting rights for people who complete felony sentences.

She recalled her experience growing up with both of her parents incarcerated and said her mother died the day after her release from prison.

“Standing as an elected official, being the dream and hope …

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