SIP#64 - Triggering Events with Jim Herring

Join Buddy Bishop, 1st Vice Chair of the Virginia Tea Party, for Sip of Tea episode 64, featuring guest Jim Herring. The discussion dives into Virginia's heated political landscape amid the 2025 gubernatorial race, blending personal anecdotes with sharp critiques of Democratic positions.
Jim Herring, a veteran of Virginia Republican politics for over 45 years, began his journey inspired by Ronald Reagan and mentored by figures like Jim Gilmore and Senator Herb Bateman. A former broadcaster, he served as chair of the Goochland County GOP and vice chair of the 5th District Republican Committee, advocating conservative principles as an American Constitutional Realist. Herring met Reagan multiple times, including a private lunch, and proudly named his son after the former president.
The episode triggers reactions to key issues, including Abigail Spanberger's pledge to scrap Youngkin's immigration order, potentially making Virginia a sanctuary state against 80% of voter opposition. They condemn racist protest signs at Republican events, tone-deaf Democratic rhetoric like "let your rage fuel you," and anti-Constitution stances from candidates like Ghazala Hashmi, alongside reckless comments from attorney general hopeful Jay Jones.
Shifting to positives, Bishop and Herring praise the Republican ticket: Winsome Sears for her authenticity, John Reed for his civility and experience, and Jason Miyares for strong performance. They call for preserving right-to-work laws and energy policies, teasing a part two for deeper insights.