As a Peninsula pediatrician, I help parents give their children a strong start, from first Band-Aid to last booster. I never ask moms or dads about their political party. I ask, How can I help? Catch my latest ad on YouTube or your favorite streaming platform.

Early voting starts today, Virginia! When you vote early, you secure the ballots #TeamDowney needs to win and build the momentum to reach every corner of the 69th District. Swipe or visit IWillVote.com to find your early polling place.

Doctor's Notes 📝: Affordability As a lifelong pediatrician, I know firsthand rising costs are straining families in the 69th District. I will fight to repeal the car tex and put money back in your pocket. Learn more about my commonsense and children-first platform at Downey4VA.com.

Last night, I joined business leaders and my future House colleagues at the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s General Assembly Meet & Greet at Christopher Newport University! As Delegate, I am committed to partnering with businesses that support workers and bring home good-paying union jobs... (1/2)

Happy Labor Day from #TeamDowney! Yesterday, I was excited to spend the day across Hampton Roads, joining labor allies at the Salute to Unions Brunch in Hampton, rallying with Senator Mark Warner in JCC, and celebrating at Congressman Bobby Scott’s Annual Cookout in Newport News... (1/2)

I am honored to earn the endorsement of Delegate Bonita Anthony! Together, we will fight to ensure every child in Virginia can live a healthier, happier, and more successful life. #TeamDowney

📸 BTS: This week, #TeamDowney rolled the cameras for our first campaign ads! I am more at home with a stethoscope than under a spotlight, but I am excited to connect with voters across the 69th and bring a doctor’s voice to Richmond. Stay tuned!

Meet #TeamDowney! I cannot flip the 69th District alone, and I am grateful for the folks working every day to bring commonsense and children-first leadership to Richmond. We would love for you to join us! Volunteer, spread the word, or donate today at DowneyForVA.com.

Happy first day of school from Katherine G. Johnson Elementary! In the 69th District, public education is a public responsibility. As your next Delegate, I will fight to fully fund our neighborhood schools and ensure every student can live a healthier, happier, and more successful life! #TeamDowney

I traded scrubs for scrambled eggs yesterday morning at the Peninsula Democratic Breakfast, hosted by the Newport News and Hampton Democrats. I was proud to speak alongside Congressman Scott, Mayor Jones, and Delegate Ward about the upcoming November elections... (1/2)

When we vote, we win! With just 75 days to go until Election Day, I was excited to join the Historic Triangle Democrats at Strangeways Brewing last night. The 69th District is one of Virginia’s most competitive House races—and in 2025, we can flip the Peninsula blue. #TeamDowney

Last week in headlines 📰: Every day, I am reminded why my dad chose to retire here in Hampton Roads. The 69th District offers affordability, VA access, and a welcoming community where families like ours feel at home...(1/2)

I am proud to earn the endorsement of the Virginia League of Conservation Voters! As Delegate, I will protect our water, woods, and wildlife from pollution and politicians alike. Help us keep the momentum at the link in bio. #TeamDowney

📍 Dr. Downey's Neighborhood Rounds Tour is coming to you! Check out our next stops and sign up to meet Dr. Downey at buff.ly/17l59QN.

Next year in the General Assembly, I will work to repeal the so-called "right to work" law that undermines collective bargaining rights and stand up for Virginia’s unions. Read my latest interview with Digby Solomon at the Williamsburg Watch at williamsburgwatch.com.

I am honored to earn the endorsement of the DPVA Rural Caucus! As Delegate, I will prioritize expanding rural healthcare access and protecting Virginia’s family farms and agricultural economy. #TeamDowney

Last night, #TeamDowney hit the trail in Rolling Woods, where I heard from voters ready for commonsense and children-first leadership! I am thankful to Historic Triangle Democrats Chair Jen Tierney for opening your home and helping us uplift every corner of James City County.

ICYMI: Last weekend, I joined Joe Sudbay on "State of the States" to share why I am running for the Virginia House of Delegates! Listen to our conversation on Channel 127 and the SiriusXM Progress app. #TeamDowney

#TeamDowney is hitting the doors, building our campaign one conversation at a time! Thanks to Drew Proctor from 3.14 Action for joining me earlier this week. Sign up to volunteer to knock doors or phone bank at DowneyForVA.com.

This weekend on @siriusxmprog.bsky.social State of the States, I talked to @downeyforva.com (VA HD-69) and Lindsey Dougherty (VA HD-75.) Both terrific candidates and Dem pick up opportunities State leg races really, really matter - as we have been glaringly reminded these past few weeks

I am proud to earn the endorsement of our next Attorney General, Jay Jones, a champion for public safety and the rule of law. "I am proud to endorse Dr. Mark Downey for the House of Delegates. As a pediatrician and lifelong advocate for children and families, Mark brings the compassion... (1/2)

Last night, I was excited to join the Newport News, Gloucester, and Historic Triangle Dems for drinks, games, and grassroots action at Chef's Market! Thanks to Delegate Simonds, DPVA Vice-Chair Kanoyton, and our next NN Commonwealth's Attorney, Shannon Jones...(1/2)

Join #TeamDowney, the Historic Triangle Dems, the Newport News Dems, and more TONIGHT to take action and discuss how we flip the 69th District from red to blue! FREE beverage to the first 50 folks who sign up to volunteer to support our candidates.

#TeamDowney kicked off our weekend of action canvass today with House Campaigns Chair Delegate Dan Helmer to check the pulse of the 69th District and hear what matters most to you. Next year in the General Assembly, we will fight ... (1/2)

📝 Join #TeamDowney for our DOCTOR'S NOTES Messaging Training! Write Letters to the Editor, send postcards to your neighbors, and engage in relational organizing with friends, family, and community. Help GOTV and support a commonsense and children-first campaign. Sign up at buff.ly/iMbTKoC.

ICYMI: As Medicaid turns 60, Winsome Sears cheered the Big Ugly Bill that will close six rural hospitals. Now, Republican Chad Green is proud to support her.

🚨: Join #TeamDowney THIS SUNDAY for a CANVASS LAUNCH with special guest Delegate Dan Helmer! Meet Dr. Downey, hear about his vision for Virginia, and knock on doors for a commonsense and children-first campaign. RSVP here ➡️ buff.ly/puYH7bX

I am honored to earn the endorsements of organizations fighting for our future, including Clean Virginia, GIFFORDS, the Progressive Turnout Project, and more. Together with leaders across the Commonwealth ...(1/2)

With just 100 days to go until Election Day, I was proud to hit the campaign trail yesterday with our next Lt. Governor, Ghazala Hashmi! We mobilized volunteers at our campaign headquarters ...(1/2)

This weekend, I made a House call to Seaford and Grafton, and nearly 40 folks showed up to support our grassroots campaign! I am grateful to Majority Leader Charniele Herring for joining us in the reddest part of the 69th District at Joe and Mimma’s. #TeamDowney

Last night, I was in Newport News to share how I plan to fight for working families, protect healthcare, and repeal the right-to-work law in Virginia. Thank you to the NN Democrats and the NN NAACP for bringing the energy and commitment we need to flip the 69th District. #TeamDowney

🚨: Join #TeamDowney TOMORROW for a meet & greet reception in Seaford! Special guests include Majority Leader Charniele Herring! Meet Dr. Downey, hear about his vision for Virginia, and support a commonsense and children-first campaign. RSVP at buff.ly/ZnODDPb.

From education to infrastructure to healthcare, our York County Town Hall reminded me why I am running for the House of Delegates. As a lifelong pediatrician, I strive to deliver the highest quality care to patients from all walks of life, and I will bring the same dedication to RVA... (1/2)

Queens Lake is fired up! My Neighborhoods Rounds Tour stopped in my backyard for a meet-and-greet last night, and I was grateful to hear from voters tired of partisan gridlock and ready for commonsense change. #TeamDowney

🚨: Join #TeamDowney TOMORROW NIGHT for a TOWN HALL at Yorktown Library. Meet Dr. Downey, hear about his vision for Virginia, and start community conversations. RSVP at www.mobilize.us/downeyforva/....

"I’m a pediatrician. Kids call me Dr. D. So...we’re using that as our main focus for our campaign. We need a doctor in the House to fix all the problems that are happening in Richmond & at the federal level...Kaine almost won this district" - @downeyforva.com bluevirginia.us/2025/07/vide...

This week, #TeamDowney hit the trail in Marlbank, where I heard from voters who believe that trust, compassion, and accountability are at the heart of healthcare and government. I am thankful to Pam and Jim Mason for helping us uplift every corner of York County.

🚨: #TeamDowney raised $29,186 in the June finance reporting period and earned support from nearly four times as many individual donors! Thanks to you, our Republican opponent no longer holds a significant cash-on-hand advantage. Help keep the momentum at the link in bio.

#TeamDowney is ready to win, rain or shine! Sign up to volunteer to knock doors or phone bank at DowneyForVA.com.

Newport News stands with workers! Yesterday, I was excited to join Congressman Scott, Mayor Jones, and unions from across the 69th District at the AFL-CIO's “It's Better in a Union” bus tour! As a pediatrician, I know firsthand that when we defend workers' rights, we uplift families. #TeamDowney

As Delegate, I will commit to fully investing in our public education system, not diverting resources to private schools as Republican Chad Green proposes. Every child in Virginia deserves access to a high-quality public education Read my latest interview at virginiaindependentnews.com.

Our #TeamDowney interns are the heart of our campaign! Your dedication, creativity, and energy inspire me every single day. I could not ask for a better group of future leaders by my side. Want to join #TeamDowney? Please send your resume and availability to [email protected].

📍 Dr. Downey's Neighborhood Rounds Tour is coming to you! Check out our July stops and sign up to meet Dr. Downey at buff.ly/PPDKrrX. Want to host a stop in your neighborhood? Contact [email protected] to get involved!

The heat did not stop #TeamDowney from knocking on doors this weekend! I loved hearing from voters ready to strengthen our public schools, reduce the cost of living, and flip the 69th District from red to blue. Shoofly Dairy Bar was the cherry on top of a rewarding day in Gloucester and James City!

What a day at the Gloucester County Democratic Patriots Picnic! We came together as neighbors, organizers, and future leaders ready to roll up our sleeves and work. I am thankful to the Gloucester County Democrats and my future colleague Elaine Walters for the warm welcome in Roaring Springs!

I am honored to earn the support of the Virginia Professional Fire Fighters (VPFF)! As a pediatrician, I trust our first responders with my patients' lives. As Delegate, I will fight for the funding and support our firefighters deserve. Read more below ⬇️ #TeamDowney

We need a Doctor in the House! As your Delegate, I will fight alongside Abigail Spanberger to ensure every child in Virginia can live a healthier, happier, and more successful life. I am grateful our next Governor stopped in Williamsburg last weekend for the last day of her Span-Virginia Bus Tour!

When we vote, we win! Over the weekend, I was excited to join my future House colleagues and thousands of energized activists from across Virginia at the 2025 Network NOVA Women's Summit. Join #TeamDowney at the link in bio!

I was grateful to join Peninsula Indivisible this week to share why I am running for the Virginia House of Delegates! As your Delegate, I will fight to uplift working families, protect healthcare, and ensure that every child in the 69th can succeed. #TeamDowney

I am proud to earn the endorsement of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia! As your Delegate, I will enshrine reproductive rights in our state Constitution and fight back against interstate travel bans that target Virginians helping loved ones seek care across state lines. #TeamDowney