Candidate Spotlight: Lashrecse Aird
Virginia Delegate Lashrecse Aird discusses her legislative work on healthcare, racial equity, economic development with Sister District Co-Founder Lyzz Schwegler.
Candidate Spotlight: Chris Hurst
Delegate Chris Hurst talks with Sister District Co-Founder Lyzz Schwegler about the I-81 corridor, expanding Amtrak service, and increasing broadband access in Southwest Virginia.
Candidate Spotlight: Debra Gardner
2021 Virginia House of Delegates candidate Debra Gardner discusses the importance of early childhood education and access to affordable childcare. Interview by Sister District Co-Founder Lyzz Schwegler.
Candidate Spotlight: Wendy Gooditis
Virginia Delegate Wendy Gooditis discussed COVID relief legislation in the Commonwealth, paying teachers a fair wage, and why we have to protect the Democratic majority to increase the minimum wage. Interview by Sister District Co-Founder Lyzz Schwegler.
Election Night 2020 Do’s and Don’ts
5 lessons learned from throwing Election Night watch parties over the last 4 years, and some ideas based on our virtual events during the pandemic.
How to Survive the Presidential Debates
4 concrete ways that activists and political communicators can respond to Trump. (Hint: First of all, don’t!)
Dealing with Trolls and Bots on Social Media
In a presidential election year, online trolls and bots are more active than ever. But, you can follow these simple steps to identify and respond to them on your social media platforms.
Election Day is One Week Away
It’s Our Last Chance to Flip Virginia Virginia has a special place in my heart. I have family in Northern Virginia, Virginia Beach, Roanoke, and Williamsburg. I’ve spent many happy hours racing boats on the Chesapeake Bay (in my spare time, I’m a competitive sailor). I have criss-crossed the entire state, from the pony swim […]
Why we won’t work with organizations that profit off people who spread violent, racist ideas
Gun violence, racial violence, and domestic terrorism are not topics that people tend to directly connect to technology decisions and strategy. But at Sister District, we view our technical infrastructure, digital security, and communications strategy as part of the same ecosystem. That’s why we won’t work with companies that are also willing to do business […]
Video: Joe Biden’s 2020 Bid
Co-Founder Lyzz Schwegler discusses former Vice President Joe Biden’s announcement that he is running for president in 2020 with BBC World News.