Michael Pope

Virginia Public Radio Reporter

Michael Pope is an author and journalist who lives in Old Town Alexandria. He has reported for NPR, the New York Daily News and the Alexandria Gazette Packet. He has a master's degree in American Studies from Florida State University, and he is a former adjunct professor at Tallahassee Community College. He is the author of four books.

Legislation Making Menstrual Products Available to Virginia Students Moves on to Full Senate

By Michael Pope • 10 hours ago

Lawmakers are considering a bill to make menstrual products available at all schools in Virginia.

Former Journalists in the General Assembly Are Working to Protect Freedom of Press

By Michael Pope • Jan 17, 2020

Press freedom and access to information are issues that might get more traction this year now that Democrats have taken control of the General Assembly.

This Year's Lee-Jackson Day Might Be the Last

By Michael Pope • Jan 16, 2020

Friday is a state holiday, Lee-Jackson Day, honoring Confederate leaders. But, this year may be the last one it’s on the calendar.

"Credible Threats" Lead to Emergency Declaration, Weapons Ban Ahead of Rally

By Michael Pope & David Seidel • Jan 15, 2020

State officials say there are credible threats of violence related to Monday’s gun rights rally in Richmond.

Governor Ralph Northam has issued a temporary state of emergency for the area around the capitol building starting Friday night. Weapons and firearms will be banned from the area through Tuesday night.

Business Groups Are Lining Up Against Democratic Efforts to Help Virginia Workers

By Michael Pope • Jan 15, 2020

Democrats in the General Assembly are planning to move forward with a number of bills designed to help workers. But, those efforts will have serious opposition.