Judy Selzer, Virginia Women's Foundation Board Chair, interviews Virginia Senator Barbara Favola on this episode of the Ask a Virginia Woman podcast, on May 12, 2025. Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Virginia State Senator Barbara Favola — a longtime champion for women, children, and families. Senator Favola represents the 40th District and has spent over a decade in the General Assembly fighting for progressive policies on health care, reproductive rights, education, and social justice. Her leadership has helped shape key legislation and bring critical resources to Northern Virginia and beyond. We’ll talk about her journey into public service, the battles she’s fought — and won — in the Senate, and what keeps her grounded and inspired.

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