Virginia LULAC Congratulates Our Incoming Elected Leaders in the Commonwealth
- Virginia LULAC
- Nov 6
- 3 min read
For Immediate Release
November 6, 2025
Arlington, VA — Virginia LULAC, the Virginia State chapter of the nations oldest and largest Latino civil rights advocacy organization, proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to all of our incoming elected leaders in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Their victories are a testament to the increasing power of civic engagement and reflect the growing voice of the Latino community in state and local governance.
Statewide Offices
Abigail Spanberger, Governor of Virginia.
Ghazala Hashmi, Lieutenant Governorof Virginia.
Jay Jones, Attorney General of Virginia.
These historic wins mark a pivotal moment for our state. With Abigail Spanberger becoming the first woman ever elected governor of Virginia, Ghazala Hashmi the first Muslim woman and South Asian to hold statewide office, and Jay Jones the first African American to serve as Attorney General in the Commonwealth, this election reflects a shift toward broader representation and inclusivity. Virginia LULAC is both happy and excited to work with each of them to advance Latino interests and support our community across the Commonwealth.
Latino-Elected Leaders (State & Local)
Alfonso H. Lopez, Delegate.
Fernando J. "Marty" Martinez, Delegate.
Phil M. Hernandez, Delegate.
Elizabeth R. Guzmán, Delegate.
Michelle-Ann E. Lopes Maldonado, Delegate.
Takis Karantonis, Arlington County Board Member.
These leaders and allies represent the strength and potential of Latino political engagement in Virginia. The fact that such individuals are serving or returning to serve in the Virginia General Assembly and in local government signals that Latino voices are gaining greater space in decision-making. We are delighted and enthusiastic about partnering with all of them to promote policies that support our community’s educational attainment, economic mobility, civil rights, health care access, and housing stability.
These victories come at a critical juncture for Virginia’s Latino community. The election outcomes illustrate increased civic involvement and the growing influence of Latino voters across the Commonwealth. As noted in recent media coverage, the 2025 election produced major firsts and broke barriers, demonstrating that more Virginia voters are choosing inclusive representation and leadership grounded in pragmatic solutions.
As Virginia LULAC, our mission remains grounded in the advancement of the economic condition, educational attainment, health, housing, political influence, and civil rights of Hispanic Americans in our state. The successes celebrated today strengthen our ability to advocate for policies that create opportunity, equity and inclusion for our community. We are eager to engage with every newly elected official and work together to bring about meaningful progress.
Looking ahead, we are excited to partner with these leaders in a shared effort to ensure Latino voices are heard in legislative and policy discussions across the Commonwealth; to promote programs and initiatives that expand economic mobility, improve educational outcomes, support immigrant and Latino families, safeguard civil rights, and strengthen public health; and to continue engaging our community through voter registration drives, leadership development, and civic participation — so we can build on this momentum and secure long-term representation for Latinos in future elections.
Once again, Virginia LULAC extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and looks forward to working together for a more inclusive, prosperous Virginia for the Latino community and all residents of the Commonwealth.
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About Virginia LULAC
Virginia LULAC is the state chapter of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the nation’s longest-serving Latino civil rights organization. Our mission is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, health, housing, and civil rights of Hispanic Americans in the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond.
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