Delegate Delores Oates: Red Wall Will Prevent Left-Wing Laws
Warren County, VA-
Looking toward 2025, freshman Delegate Delores Oates is focused on regaining the GOP House Majority in Virginia. She recently announced her intention to run for re-election to represent District 31, which includes parts of Clarke, Frederick, and Warren Counties. Oates is proud to have been part of a House Caucus that has supported Governor Youngkin’s popular agenda in Richmond.
“Together with Governor Youngkin, we’ve worked to protect Virginia from policies that would undermine the values of our community. But there’s still work to do,” said Oates.
Some of the key policies Oates fought to change include issues like men competing in women’s sports, raising the age for tobacco purchases to 21, and monitoring students’ internet data and usage.
Oates was the Chief Patron of HB 1120, which addresses student participation in women’s sports at both K-12 schools and higher education institutions. This legislation aims to address the national issue of competitive athletics and the classification of athletes based on biological sex. It also includes guidelines for resolving disputes involving athletes barred from participating based on their desired designation.
In addition, Oates has worked to reform the bureaucratic nature of government and empower localities to push back against unfunded mandates.
“I’m running for re-election to continue representing the conservative values of our region: protecting women and children, creating an economy that restores the American Dream to every Virginian by lowering taxes, reducing government overreach, and ensuring that parents have a say in their children’s education.”
“2025 is critical to the future of our Commonwealth. Today’s Democrats are too far left for Virginia. The radical left is pushing a constitutional amendment to codify abortion until birth. This can only be stopped by electing a Republican majority to the House of Delegates and the Governor’s office,” Oates said.
In closing, Oates stated:
“Today, I am asking for your support and your vote to continue my conservative track record in the House. We must work together to build a Virginia where our families can thrive.”
Oates has previously served on several influential committees during her tenure in the House of Delegates:
| Committee | Role |
|---|---|
| Public Safety | Member |
| Counties, Cities and Towns | Member |
These assignments have allowed Oates to advocate for policies affecting schools, healthcare, and the electoral process—issues central to the well-being of his constituents.
To see all the legislation Delores Oates has sponsored, visit Delores Oates | Republican | Virginia House of Delegates District 31
District Overview and Election History
Delores Oates has served in the House of Delegates since 2022 representing:
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Registered Voters |
Warren County (Part): 53,104
Frederick County (Part): 12,935
Clarke County: 12,254
|
| Racial Makeup |
81.9% White
4.5% Black
1.6% Asian
4.2% Other
|
| Hispanic Ethnicity | 8.2% |
| District Composition |
Warren County (Part): 42.52%
Frederick County (Part): 39.30%
Clarke County: 18.18%
|
| Election | Results |
|---|---|
| Presidential 2024 |
Trump: 62.8% Harris: 35.6% |
| Delegate 2023 |
Oates: 60.23% Forman: 35.05% Morrison: 4.5% (I) |
| Governor 2021 |
Youngkin: 67.6% McAuliffe: 31.9% |
Campaign Finance
As of the latest financial update, the campaign has a cash on hand balance of $2,734, reflecting the current available funds for ongoing activities. In total, the campaign has raised $12,778, showcasing strong community support and financial backing. These funds will be used to fuel efforts towards the upcoming election, including outreach, advertising, and other essential campaign activities. The steady fundraising progress demonstrates the commitment of supporters and the campaign’s momentum moving forward
VAREDWATCH has this as a Safe Republican.
The district's demographic composition aligns with conservative values, and the political environment is favorable to the GOP. Additionally, the presence of a strong incumbent or the lack of serious opposition further solidifies the district's status as reliably Republican. These factors combined make it highly likely that the Republican candidate will retain the seat in the upcoming election.