Calls the Iran war a war of distraction and backs a negotiated resolution
Beth MacyDemocratic nominee for U.S. House, Virginia's 6th district; journalist and author
In a written questionnaire for Virginia public media stations, Beth Macy called the conflict Trump's war of distraction in Iran, said it has sent gas prices soaring and raised diesel and fertilizer costs for farmers, and called for negotiating a peaceful resolution. She also wrote that Netanyahu and Trump have created yet another Forever War in the Middle East.
“Trump's war of distraction in Iran has sent gas prices soaring, and raised diesel and fertilizer costs for farmers. Ending the unnecessary tariffs war, negotiating a peaceful resolution in Iran, restoring Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits and rescinding Medicaid cuts will have an immediate impact on bringing prices down and putting more money in the pockets of families who must now choose between buying a gallon of milk or a gallon of gas.”
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Do they support the war in Iran?
An issue tracker recording where members of Congress and 2026 congressional candidates stand on continued U.S. military operations against Iran, based on their votes, campaign statements, and public remarks.
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Beth Macy's written responses to a questionnaire from Virginia's public media stations, published by WMRA on September 18, 2026. Responses were lightly edited for WMRA and AP style.
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Macy submitted the questionnaire responses as the Democratic nominee challenging Rep. Ben Cline. WMRA published them on September 18, 2026.
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Macy faces Cline, who defends his support for the war while saying he wants a swift conclusion, in November.
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Macy called the war a distraction, blamed it for soaring fuel costs, and called for a negotiated resolution, a clear opposition position.
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The Dispute Index. "Calls the Iran war a war of distraction and backs a negotiated resolution". First published: 2026-09-24. Last updated: 2026-09-24. https://disputeindex.com/events/2296-in-a-written-questionnaire-for-virginia-public-media