Princess Blanding is listed as a Liberation candidate for Virginia Governor. Her name will appear on the ballot on Nov. 2.
Name: Princess Blanding
Race: Governor
Party: Liberation
Website: princessblanding.com
Biography: Princess Blanding is an educator and community activist who has worked on legislation with members of the Virginia General Assembly. She earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Morgan State University. She also earned a master’s degree in K-12 education and supervision, as well as an education specialist degree in educational leadership. After her brother was killed by a Richmond Police Department officer while experiencing a mental health crisis, Blanding founded an organization called Justice and Reformation. The organization advocates for mental health care, safety, and the protection of vulnerable communities from police violence.
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