Faith, Action, and the April 21st Virginia Referendum

Join Dr. Julian Joyner and special guest Kimberly Ward, a political advocate at Bethany Baptist Church, for a vital conversation about the upcoming April 21st Virginia redistricting referendum. In this special off-cycle election episode, they break down what this proposed constitutional amendment means for everyday Virginians and why it deserves your attention.

Kimberly explains how a "yes" vote could shift the power of redrawing district lines from a bipartisan commission directly to the people, allowing new districting lines to take effect a year earlier in 2030. This change could potentially impact community representation as early as the upcoming November midterm elections, shaping the balance of power in the General Assembly. Dr. Joyner and Kimberly also explore the deep intersection of faith and civic engagement, reminding listeners that "faith without works is dead" and that casting a ballot is an active step of walking in faith.

In a powerful and transparent moment, Kimberly shares her deeply personal journey of losing her voting rights due to a felony embezzlement conviction right before President Obama's election. Hear how she fought to get her rights restored to become a notary and a city elections officer, and why she is so passionate about helping others navigate the rights restoration process today.