Barbara Favola
@barbarafavola.bsky.social
Virginia state Senator currently representing the 40th District. Email me at: senatorfavola@senate.virginia.gov. (she/her)
Honored to receive the Winston Award from the Arlington County Bar Foundation. Judge Winston was a trail blazer for democratic ideals, social justice & the rule of law. I am committed to making these ideals live. TY to Paul Ferguson, Darcy Hubbard & LG-Elect Hashmi for participating in the program.
November 18, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Honored to receive the Winston Award from the Arlington County Bar Foundation. Judge Winston was a trail blazer for democratic ideals, social justice & the rule of law. I am committed to making these ideals live. TY to Paul Ferguson, Darcy Hubbard & LG-Elect Hashmi for participating in the program.
Take a moment today to thank a veteran & veterans’ family members for their service & sacrifice. We must never forget that freedom is not free. I’m proud that VA is #1 in veteran’s services for the over 670,000 veterans living in VA. Access resources here: www.dvs.virginia.gov/home
November 11, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Take a moment today to thank a veteran & veterans’ family members for their service & sacrifice. We must never forget that freedom is not free. I’m proud that VA is #1 in veteran’s services for the over 670,000 veterans living in VA. Access resources here: www.dvs.virginia.gov/home
It’s time for Republican lawmakers to listen to their voters and show some compassion for the struggles real folks are facing. Tuesday’s elections tell a bipartisan story. Now Congress must act.
November 8, 2025 at 2:54 PM
It’s time for Republican lawmakers to listen to their voters and show some compassion for the struggles real folks are facing. Tuesday’s elections tell a bipartisan story. Now Congress must act.
Join me this Thursday for a town hall on the government shutdown, resources for federal employees, and other updates! You can register here: bit.ly/FavolaTownHall
November 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Join me this Thursday for a town hall on the government shutdown, resources for federal employees, and other updates! You can register here: bit.ly/FavolaTownHall
We are NOT overturning the will of the people. Virginians would ultimately have to decide if the General Assembly should be granted this one-time, narrow authority.
October 31, 2025 at 2:18 PM
We are NOT overturning the will of the people. Virginians would ultimately have to decide if the General Assembly should be granted this one-time, narrow authority.
I was honored to participate today in Arlington Historical Society & the Black Heritage Museum’s dedication of “Stumbling Stones”, a project that memorializes enslaved individuals in my neighborhood and throughout Arlington. May we never forget our history.
October 26, 2025 at 9:17 PM
I was honored to participate today in Arlington Historical Society & the Black Heritage Museum’s dedication of “Stumbling Stones”, a project that memorializes enslaved individuals in my neighborhood and throughout Arlington. May we never forget our history.
In 2024, approximately 828,000 hardworking Virginians, faced with the choice of paying rent or going hungry, received SNAP benefits to feed their families. The heartless actions by Trump & his allies to deny working families food so billionaires get tax cuts - speaks volumes.
October 23, 2025 at 7:05 PM
In 2024, approximately 828,000 hardworking Virginians, faced with the choice of paying rent or going hungry, received SNAP benefits to feed their families. The heartless actions by Trump & his allies to deny working families food so billionaires get tax cuts - speaks volumes.
Wishing a happy Diwali to our friends and neighbors celebrating across the Commonwealth! May we all be reminded of the power of light, love, and community to triumph over darkness and division.
October 20, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Wishing a happy Diwali to our friends and neighbors celebrating across the Commonwealth! May we all be reminded of the power of light, love, and community to triumph over darkness and division.
October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, a reminder that early detection saves lives. As a survivor, I know firsthand the power of routine screenings. It breaks my heart that Trump & the GOP’s attacks on affordable care would deny thousands of Virginians these lifesaving tests.
October 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM
October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, a reminder that early detection saves lives. As a survivor, I know firsthand the power of routine screenings. It breaks my heart that Trump & the GOP’s attacks on affordable care would deny thousands of Virginians these lifesaving tests.
Honored to be recognized by the VA Task Force on Primary Care along with Sen. Pillion, Del. Sickles & Del. Hodges for improving access to primary care services. More needs to be done in these times of funding uncertainties & increased barriers to accessing health care.
October 9, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Honored to be recognized by the VA Task Force on Primary Care along with Sen. Pillion, Del. Sickles & Del. Hodges for improving access to primary care services. More needs to be done in these times of funding uncertainties & increased barriers to accessing health care.
Today is PANS/PANDAS awareness day. A healthy child suddenly wakes up w/ severe anxiety, aggression, OCD, restricted eating, tics, & more—sometimes overnight. It could be PANS or PANDAS, disorders many doctors still don’t recognize, so learn the symptoms: vdh.virginia.gov/pandaspans
October 9, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Today is PANS/PANDAS awareness day. A healthy child suddenly wakes up w/ severe anxiety, aggression, OCD, restricted eating, tics, & more—sometimes overnight. It could be PANS or PANDAS, disorders many doctors still don’t recognize, so learn the symptoms: vdh.virginia.gov/pandaspans
Today I send my best wishes for a meaningful fast to all observing Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection and atonement bring peace, renewal, and hope for the year ahead.
October 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Today I send my best wishes for a meaningful fast to all observing Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection and atonement bring peace, renewal, and hope for the year ahead.
Wishing a year of health, happiness, and blessings to all observing Rosh Hashanah. Shanah Tovah!
September 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Wishing a year of health, happiness, and blessings to all observing Rosh Hashanah. Shanah Tovah!
Arlington Democrats are fired up to talk to voters about @abigailspanberger.com and the importance of the 2025 Virginia elections. From the school house to the Governor’s mansion, Democrats will deliver for Virginians. Early voting starts 9/19!
September 14, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Arlington Democrats are fired up to talk to voters about @abigailspanberger.com and the importance of the 2025 Virginia elections. From the school house to the Governor’s mansion, Democrats will deliver for Virginians. Early voting starts 9/19!
Today, let us honor those who build our homes, care for our children, keep our streets safe and do so much more to enhance our lives. Working people deserve a living wage, decent health care & financial security.
September 1, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Today, let us honor those who build our homes, care for our children, keep our streets safe and do so much more to enhance our lives. Working people deserve a living wage, decent health care & financial security.
Today’s the day! Get out and vote in the Democratic Primary. Polls open at 6 am and close at 7 pm.
You can find your polling place here: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
You can find your polling place here: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
June 17, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Today’s the day! Get out and vote in the Democratic Primary. Polls open at 6 am and close at 7 pm.
You can find your polling place here: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
You can find your polling place here: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
Primary day is a week from today. Early voting is available at select locations until June 14th. Election Day is June 17th. Use your power and vote!
Find your polling place and additional information here:
www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
Find your polling place and additional information here:
www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
June 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Primary day is a week from today. Early voting is available at select locations until June 14th. Election Day is June 17th. Use your power and vote!
Find your polling place and additional information here:
www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
Find your polling place and additional information here:
www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...
Today is the first day of #PrideMonth. Now more than ever, we must recommit ourselves to protecting the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and continue the fight for an inclusive and welcoming Virginia. Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
June 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Today is the first day of #PrideMonth. Now more than ever, we must recommit ourselves to protecting the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and continue the fight for an inclusive and welcoming Virginia. Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Join me in taking time today to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom, and to remind their loved ones that we will never forget. To learn about services available to veterans and their families, visit www.dvs.virginia.gov.
May 26, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Join me in taking time today to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom, and to remind their loved ones that we will never forget. To learn about services available to veterans and their families, visit www.dvs.virginia.gov.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and mother-like figures. Your love has made the impossible seem possible. We will always be grateful.
May 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and mother-like figures. Your love has made the impossible seem possible. We will always be grateful.
Honored to have received a perfect score on the Virginia League of Conservation Voters 2025 Conservation Scorecard! I’m committed to ensuring a healthy future for all Virginians by growing a clean energy economy & protecting clean air and water. Let’s keep pushing for lasting environmental progress.
May 9, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Honored to have received a perfect score on the Virginia League of Conservation Voters 2025 Conservation Scorecard! I’m committed to ensuring a healthy future for all Virginians by growing a clean energy economy & protecting clean air and water. Let’s keep pushing for lasting environmental progress.
Today is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! Child care providers play a vital role in children’s growth, development, and early education. Their essential work strengthens families and communities across the Commonwealth. Join me in taking a moment to thank them for all they do.
May 9, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Today is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! Child care providers play a vital role in children’s growth, development, and early education. Their essential work strengthens families and communities across the Commonwealth. Join me in taking a moment to thank them for all they do.
The detainment of Dr. Badar Khan Suri is yet another alarming example of the Trump Administration neglecting due process.
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May 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
The detainment of Dr. Badar Khan Suri is yet another alarming example of the Trump Administration neglecting due process.
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Glad that the VA Office of the State Inspector General is responding to the VCOY request to evaluate the operations, staffing, programming, and mental health services at Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Looking forward to the December 1 report.
May 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Glad that the VA Office of the State Inspector General is responding to the VCOY request to evaluate the operations, staffing, programming, and mental health services at Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Looking forward to the December 1 report.
Today marks the beginning of #FosterCareMonth - let’s lift up all who support our children in care. Proud @katrinacallsen.com and I were able to help children stay with family members during times of crisis. Kinship care works. Every child deserves a safe & loving home.
May 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Today marks the beginning of #FosterCareMonth - let’s lift up all who support our children in care. Proud @katrinacallsen.com and I were able to help children stay with family members during times of crisis. Kinship care works. Every child deserves a safe & loving home.