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Joshua Cole

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Joshua Cole is running for Virginia State Delegate, District 65.

Personal background

Joshua is originally from Stafford County. He attended North Stafford High School. He attended Liberty University but did not graduate, and is now attending the University of Mary Washington.

Professional background

Joshua is an assistant pastor at Union Bell Baptist Church. He used to be the executive assistant to the chief executive officer of contractor GCubed, Inc. He also used to be the chief of state for a state delegate, a staff member for the clerk of the state senate, and an academic advisor at Liberty University.

Political background

Joshua Cole used to be the state delegate representing district 28. He was first elected in 2019 and was in office for one term. He ran for reelection in 2021 but did not win.

Energy & the Environment

As a state delegate, voted to expand renewable energy tax credits to residents, nonprofit organizations, and schools.

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Economy

As of July 25, 2023, Joshua Cole’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Healthcare

As a state delegate, voted to allow Virginia health insurance plans to cover abortions.

As a state delegate, voted to ban state funding for conversion therapy for minors.

As a state delegate, voted to require insurance companies to cover hearing aids for children.

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Education

As a state delegate, voted for more financial aid for undocumented immigrants pursuing higher education.

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Public Safety

As a state delegate, voted to get rid of the death penalty in Virginia.

As a state delegate, voted to establish gun-free zones on school board property.

As a state delegate, voted to ban discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in public spaces.

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