#theblackballot Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam blackface scandal resurfaces in Virginia gubernatorial campaign

Virginia Blackface Scandal Resurfaces In Governor Race

The nearly 3-year-old blackface scandal surrounding Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has resurfaced as the state's Democratic and Republican gubernatorial nominees…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
01.01.70
Top three Virginia Democrats embroiled in scandal

Black People 'Guinea Pigs' For Economy, Leaders Say

The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus sends a letter to Governor Ralph Northam.
by Royce Dunmore
01.01.70
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Justin Fairfax To Run For Governor Of Virginia

After being embroiled in ugly accusations over the last year surrounding a sex scandal, Virginia's Lieutenant Gov. Justin Fairfax has…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
07.08.97
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Northam, Fairfax Have First Joint Appearance In Months

Gov. Ralph Northam and Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax appeared together in public for the first time in many months to…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
01.01.70
Governor Ralph Northam addresses the media the day after a photo of a person in Blackface and another dressed in a KKK uniform were discovered on his page in his medical school yearbook.

Pointless Probe Into Northam's Blackface Photos Ends

An “investigation” into Ralph Northam's blackface medical school yearbook photo couldn't prove if the Virginia governor was actually pictured in…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
02.21.53
Fairfax county NAACP holds a protest against Gov. Ralph Northam outside of a fundraiser for a Democratic Senate candidate, in Burke, VA.

Northam's Blackface Scandal Is Hurting Virginia Democrats

Gov. Ralph Northam canceled his appearance at a fundraiser after demonstrators showed up to protest his blackface scandal.
by nigelroberts1
01.01.70
VA Governor Northam Holds Press Conference To Address Racist Yearbook Photo

Northam Is Campaigning Like Nothing Happened

The governor is campaigning for Democrats In Virginia.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
Top three Virginia Democrats embroiled in scandal

Northam Doing Everything But Apologizing For Blackface

Gov. Ralph Northam is trying to appease Black voters instead of launching his promised blackface apology tour.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
Governor Ralph Northam addresses the media the day after a photo of a person in Blackface and another dressed in a KKK uniform were discovered on his page in his medical school yearbook.

Racial Reconciliation Tour On Back Burner

Gov. Ralph Northam signs legislation to establish an African-American advisory board.
by NewsOne Staff
10.07.49
VA Governor Northam Holds Press Conference To Address Racist Yearbook Photo

Ralph Northam's 'Blackface' Med School Wins Diversity Award

Eastern Virginia Medical School is famous for publishing racist photos in their yearbook.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
Top three Virginia Democrats embroiled in scandal

Northam’s Reconciliation Tour Going Nowhere

Some Virginia Black lawmakers said they want to see a serious effort at racial reconciliation from Gov. Ralph Northam.
by nigelroberts1
06.02.48
Top three Virginia Democrats embroiled in scandal

Democrats Backpedal On Calls For Northam To Resign

Just one month ago, there was widespread demand for Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam to resign for having worn blackface. But now that…
by nigelroberts1
01.01.70
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Attends Funeral For State Trooper

Northam’s Wife Gives Black Children Raw Cotton

Virginia first lady Pam Northam clearly has a lot in common with her husband.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
Democratic Leadership Of Virginia Surrounded In Controvesy After Racists Photos And Sexual Assault Allegations Surface

Justin Fairfax Takes A Page From Clarence Thomas

Justin Fairfax cautions Virginia lawmakers about conducting a "political lynching" against him.
by nigelroberts1
04.02.47
Democratic Leadership Of Virginia Surrounded In Controvesy After Racists Photos And Sexual Assault Allegations Surface

Fairfax's Accuser Will Reportedly Meet With Law Enforcement

Virginia's lieutenant governor continues to deny all accusations.
by NewsOne Staff
11.05.46
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Corey Maggette Accused Of Rape By Fairfax Accuser

The Fox Sports analyst is denying the allegations.
by NewsOne Staff
04.20.46
Top three Virginia Democrats embroiled in scandal

Justin Fairfax’s Staffers Reportedly Resigned

Two women accused him of sexual assault.
by NewsOne Staff
03.20.46
VA Gov. Ralph Northam embroiled in controversy and the scene in Richmond

Most Black Virginians Support Ralph Northam

Black Virginians are far more willing to allow Gov. Ralph Northam to remain in office despite his blackface scandal compared with…
by nigelroberts1
01.01.70
Democratic Leadership Of Virginia Surrounded In Controvesy After Racists Photos And Sexual Assault Allegations Surface

Black Lawmakers Call For Fairfax To Resign

Many Twitter users said the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus' call for Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax to resign is premature.
by nigelroberts1
01.01.70
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