>>Virginia Senate Candidates Campaign, Encourage Early Voting
(Portsmouth, VA) -- The Virginia Senate race heats up as candidates travel around VA to encourage early voting. Incumbent Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican challenger Hung Cao [[cow]] are reminding voters why casting a ballot is important.Preview: WAVY reports Kaine, a longtime Virginia politician, highlights his connection to Southwest Virginia and accomplishments in the region, while Cao, a Vietnam refugee and retired U.S. Navy captain, emphasizes border security, veterans' issues, and a chance to have a diverse representative - a change from the historic white, male candidate.