Periello rising in polls for Governor’s race Gene Marrano February 7, 2017 1 minute read One is physician by trade – Lt Governor Ralph Northam – the other Democrat currently running for Governor in a June primary is former 5th District Congressman Tom Periello. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an update: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia college enrollment fall raises perplexing questionNext: “Sanctuary Cities” bill spurs debate in Richmond Related Stories Virginia Democrats face end of window for extreme redistricting move Ian Price May 11, 2026 New speed cameras target Interstate 81 work zone in Roanoke County starting today Web Staff May 11, 2026 VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026