Dorothy McAuliffe launches bid for Congress in anticipated 7th District

By: Markus Schmidt

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: March 11, 2026

Words: 771

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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Dorothy McAuliffe, a former Virginia first lady and State Department official, announced Wednesday that she is running for Congress in Virginia’s anticipated 7th congressional District, joining a growing field of Democratic candidates in a race that could take shape if voters approve a new congressional map next month.

McAuliffe, 62, launched her campaign with a message centered on lowering costs for families and expanding access to health care, while also pledging to advocate for …

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