Restoration News has published an article urging Virginia conservatives to vote early, emphasizing that absentee and in-person voting are currently underway. The outlet argues that delaying votes increases campaign costs.
According to Restoration News, absentee ballots have been distributed across Virginia, and early in-person voting is already taking place. The publication highlights that each day a conservative voter delays submitting their ballot increases the cost for Republican campaigns, as staff and volunteers must repeatedly contact them until their vote is confirmed. By voting early, conservatives can free up resources to persuade undecided and moderate voters, which Restoration News identifies as crucial for winning statewide elections in November.
Data from the Virginia Department of Elections indicates that Democrats’ lead in early voting has steadily declined over the past four statewide cycles. In 2020, Democrats won early voting by 31 percentage points; however, by 2023, this margin had decreased to just 8.6 percentage points. This shift suggests growing Republican competitiveness. Restoration News argues that further gains in 2025 depend on conservatives adopting early voting rather than waiting until Election Day.
A report by Politico describes how Republican strategist Ned Ryun and his group American Majority Action developed a “permanent campaign” model focused on early voting. This strategy combines door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, text messaging, and digital ads to encourage identified conservatives to return their ballots promptly. Ryun’s system is credited with helping Republicans win the Virginia governor’s race in 2021 and boosting Trump’s competitiveness in Wisconsin in 2024, highlighting the significance of early voting for GOP success.
Restoration News is a conservative media outlet concentrating on political analysis, cultural issues, and election integrity. The organization regularly publishes commentary advocating for early voting, grassroots mobilization, and faith-driven activism as tools for strengthening conservative influence. Based in Virginia, Restoration News also produces the Restoration Spotlight podcast and reports on national and state-level developments affecting conservative voters.
