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  • Democratic incumbent Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor is running for a third term in office to serve Henrico County. Taylor graduated from the University of Virginia in 1989. She then attended the T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, graduating with a Juris Doctor in 1995.

    Taylor has implemented and advocates for a number of criminal justice reforms including treating opioid addiction as a health issue, rights restoration for former felons, banning screening questions regarding criminal history on employment applications, and eliminating cash bail. She will continue to prioritize getting illegal firearms off Henrico streets and advocating for commonsense gun violence prevention measures. Taylor supports federal and state legislation such as universal background checks for all firearm purchases and allowing judges to temporarily restrict access to firearms for those who are deemed at risk of harming themselves or others, known as an extreme risk protection order.

    Owen Conway, a criminal defense attorney, is running against Taylor as the Republican candidate. Conway believes in reducing the population of incarcerated people in the county’s jail system, but has not addressed any other criminal justice reforms that align with our values.

    Due to her advocacy for former felons’ rights, gun violence prevention, and concern for opioid addiction, incumbent Shannon Taylor is the more progressive choice for Commonwealth’s Attorney in Henrico.

    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Shannon Taylor

    Democratic incumbent Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor is running for a third term in office to serve Henrico County. Taylor graduated from the University of Virginia in 1989. She then attended the T.C.

    Democratic incumbent Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor is running for a third term in office to serve Henrico County. Taylor graduated from the University of Virginia in 1989. She then attended the T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, graduating with a Juris Doctor in 1995.

    Taylor has implemented and advocates for a number of criminal justice reforms including treating opioid addiction as a health issue, rights restoration for former felons, banning screening questions regarding criminal history on employment applications, and eliminating cash bail. She will continue to prioritize getting illegal firearms off Henrico streets and advocating for commonsense gun violence prevention measures. Taylor supports federal and state legislation such as universal background checks for all firearm purchases and allowing judges to temporarily restrict access to firearms for those who are deemed at risk of harming themselves or others, known as an extreme risk protection order.

    Owen Conway, a criminal defense attorney, is running against Taylor as the Republican candidate. Conway believes in reducing the population of incarcerated people in the county’s jail system, but has not addressed any other criminal justice reforms that align with our values.

    Due to her advocacy for former felons’ rights, gun violence prevention, and concern for opioid addiction, incumbent Shannon Taylor is the more progressive choice for Commonwealth’s Attorney in Henrico.

    Shannon Taylor

    Democratic incumbent Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor is running for a third term in office to serve Henrico County. Taylor graduated from the University of Virginia in 1989. She then attended the T.C.

  • Alisa Gregory has been in law enforcement for over 20 years, currently serving as Chief Deputy for Henrico County. If elected, she will be the first female Sheriff to serve Henrico County. As Sheriff, Gregory vows to address the opioid and mental health crisis in Henrico County. She is interested in pursuing alternative sentences for non-violent offenders and plans on addressing the needs of women in prison by establishing an advisory panel that plays special attention to their unique needs.

    Bob Matson is the Republican candidate for Henrico Sheriff. Matson served in the United States Army and National Guard. He vows to address the opioid addiction crisis by being “smart on crime” but also “tough on crime”. Additionally, Matson plans on recruiting more officers to the Sheriff’s department.

    J.T. Wadkins III is an independent candidate who supports inmate labor sharing between counties. Wadkins is originally from Chesterfield County and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management. He oversaw the finance and computerization aspects of the Richmond City Jail in the Richmond City Sheriff’s Office for ten years. He is also a member of the National Gun Rifle Association.

    Alisa Gregory is the progressive candidate because of her consideration of alternative sentencing for offenders and her focus on the needs of women impacted by the prison system.

    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Alisa Gregory

    Alisa Gregory has been in law enforcement for over 20 years, currently serving as Chief Deputy for Henrico County. If elected, she will be the first female Sheriff to serve Henrico County. As Sheriff, Gregory vows to address the opioid and mental health crisis in Henrico County.

    Alisa Gregory has been in law enforcement for over 20 years, currently serving as Chief Deputy for Henrico County. If elected, she will be the first female Sheriff to serve Henrico County. As Sheriff, Gregory vows to address the opioid and mental health crisis in Henrico County. She is interested in pursuing alternative sentences for non-violent offenders and plans on addressing the needs of women in prison by establishing an advisory panel that plays special attention to their unique needs.

    Bob Matson is the Republican candidate for Henrico Sheriff. Matson served in the United States Army and National Guard. He vows to address the opioid addiction crisis by being “smart on crime” but also “tough on crime”. Additionally, Matson plans on recruiting more officers to the Sheriff’s department.

    J.T. Wadkins III is an independent candidate who supports inmate labor sharing between counties. Wadkins is originally from Chesterfield County and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management. He oversaw the finance and computerization aspects of the Richmond City Jail in the Richmond City Sheriff’s Office for ten years. He is also a member of the National Gun Rifle Association.

    Alisa Gregory is the progressive candidate because of her consideration of alternative sentencing for offenders and her focus on the needs of women impacted by the prison system.

    Alisa Gregory

    Alisa Gregory has been in law enforcement for over 20 years, currently serving as Chief Deputy for Henrico County. If elected, she will be the first female Sheriff to serve Henrico County. As Sheriff, Gregory vows to address the opioid and mental health crisis in Henrico County.

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below county races on your ballot.

  • Democratic candidate Steven Burkarth has called Brookland home for forty years. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in political science. For 12 years, he worked as a state government employee in different fields: economic development, tourism marketing, and disability services. He now works as a community services specialist for a non-profit civil rights organization in the Brookland District.

    Burkarth is running on a platform that promotes diversity, inclusivity, and equality. In his focus on education, he believes the county needs to stop relying on trailers to deal with overcrowding in schools. He also wants Henrico County to be a regional leader in environmental stewardship by investing in green technology. Burkarth wants to expand economic opportunity in Henrico and improve public safety for county residents.

    Republican incumbent Dan J. Schmitt was elected to the Henrico County Board of Supervisors in a 2018 special election. Schmitt is a proponent of fiscal responsibility by keeping taxes low. He also wants to reduce school trailers and make Henrico a popular destination for tourists.

    Due to his platform that promotes equality and inclusivity as well as his advocacy for the environment, Burkarth is the more progressive candidate for the Brookland District of the Henrico Board of Supervisors.

    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Steven Burkarth

    Democratic candidate Steven Burkarth has called Brookland home for forty years. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in political science.

    Democratic candidate Steven Burkarth has called Brookland home for forty years. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in political science. For 12 years, he worked as a state government employee in different fields: economic development, tourism marketing, and disability services. He now works as a community services specialist for a non-profit civil rights organization in the Brookland District.

    Burkarth is running on a platform that promotes diversity, inclusivity, and equality. In his focus on education, he believes the county needs to stop relying on trailers to deal with overcrowding in schools. He also wants Henrico County to be a regional leader in environmental stewardship by investing in green technology. Burkarth wants to expand economic opportunity in Henrico and improve public safety for county residents.

    Republican incumbent Dan J. Schmitt was elected to the Henrico County Board of Supervisors in a 2018 special election. Schmitt is a proponent of fiscal responsibility by keeping taxes low. He also wants to reduce school trailers and make Henrico a popular destination for tourists.

    Due to his platform that promotes equality and inclusivity as well as his advocacy for the environment, Burkarth is the more progressive candidate for the Brookland District of the Henrico Board of Supervisors.

    Steven Burkarth

    Democratic candidate Steven Burkarth has called Brookland home for forty years. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in political science.

  • Jackson Carter Knox has lived in the Brookland district of Henrico County for the last six years. He serves on Henrico County Public Schools’ Strategic Planning Committee and is the Brookland District Chair​ of the Henrico Democrats.

    ​​​​​Knox vows to help Henrico County students become members of the global workforce by providing the tools and resources they need to excel. He plans to revise the Brookland district's Environmental and Sustainability Management System by combining green practices with hands-on learning opportunities. He also wants to retain Henrico County teachers by offering them competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jackson Carter Knox

    Jackson Carter Knox has lived in the Brookland district of Henrico County for the last six years. He serves on Henrico County Public Schools’ Strategic Planning Committee and is the Brookland District Chair​ of the Henrico Democrats.

    Jackson Carter Knox has lived in the Brookland district of Henrico County for the last six years. He serves on Henrico County Public Schools’ Strategic Planning Committee and is the Brookland District Chair​ of the Henrico Democrats.

    ​​​​​Knox vows to help Henrico County students become members of the global workforce by providing the tools and resources they need to excel. He plans to revise the Brookland district's Environmental and Sustainability Management System by combining green practices with hands-on learning opportunities. He also wants to retain Henrico County teachers by offering them competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

    Jackson Carter Knox

    Jackson Carter Knox has lived in the Brookland district of Henrico County for the last six years. He serves on Henrico County Public Schools’ Strategic Planning Committee and is the Brookland District Chair​ of the Henrico Democrats.

  • Kristi Briggs Kinsella grew up in Henrico County. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Finance. Her priorities as a member of the School Board for Henrico County are ensuring that Henrico County schools are equipped to support every child mentally, academically, developmentally, and physically. She also wants to increase teacher pay and retaining teachers by supporting them in their professional development. Finally, Kinsella plans to reduce class size and overcrowding in Henrico County schools.

    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Kristi Briggs Kinsella

    Kristi Briggs Kinsella grew up in Henrico County. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Finance.

    Kristi Briggs Kinsella grew up in Henrico County. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Finance. Her priorities as a member of the School Board for Henrico County are ensuring that Henrico County schools are equipped to support every child mentally, academically, developmentally, and physically. She also wants to increase teacher pay and retaining teachers by supporting them in their professional development. Finally, Kinsella plans to reduce class size and overcrowding in Henrico County schools.

    Kristi Briggs Kinsella

    Kristi Briggs Kinsella grew up in Henrico County. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Finance.