# @myvpm on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbobrguk29x
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68854345-myvpm-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/119ac1242d.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-08-04T20:34:29.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** VPM (@myVPM) — https://gondola.cc/myVPM

## Caption

In Virginia, a felony conviction automatically strips someone of their right to vote. Only the governor has the authority to restore that right. VPM News’ Dean Mirshahi spoke to Quadaire Patterson, a criminal justice reform advocate who was formerly incarcerated, about the moment he learned his rights were restored by Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

Our award-winning work is made possible with your support. Visit vpm.org/givenow to support local journalism.

#votingrights #civilrights #vpmnews #publicmedia

## Stats

- **Views:** 3,226
- **Likes:** 148
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 7

## Tags

publicmedia, vpmnews, civilrights, votingrights

---
Copyright (c) Gondola