FAUQUIER COUNTY, Va.— With the mid-term elections fast approaching in November, local political groups around the country are rallying their constituents.
Republicans, statistically white and older, are eager to broaden their base. Upticks have been noted in the black, Hispanic, and Asian populations. Youth is no exception.
“We’re seeing young conservatives bringing up the movement,” said Virginia State Senator Bryce Reeves (R-17th) at the Oct. 4 meeting of the Fauquier County Republican Committee (FCRC). Reeves was there as a guest speaker. He echoed the sentiments of many of the nearly 100 attendees, that encouraging young people to get involved is critical….