"An American Journal News investigation linked Reid to a Tumblr account, "JRDeux," that amplified content featuring swastikas, white supremacist slogans, and sexual violence. Among the accounts engaged were profiles trafficking in racial slurs, bondage fantasies, and overt Nazi fetishism, the outlet reports. The blog, now deleted, was preserved in archived form. Reid has used the same handle on other platforms, including his current Instagram username, although that account has been set to private."
"On Wednesday, Democratic state lawmakers convened a press conference to condemn the revelations. Delegate Mike Jones described the alleged activity as "hateful, racist, and bigoted imagery" and said, "To seek pleasure from themes of slavery and bondage is sick. It's disgusting, too disgusting to even put into words." He argued that Reid "owes Virginians answers and an apology" and pointed to his record as a radio host, where he once compared abortion to slavery."
Virginia Republican lieutenant governor nominee John Reid is facing pressure after an investigation linked him to a Tumblr account called "JRDeux" that amplified Nazi-themed pornography and sexually violent content featuring swastikas and white supremacist slogans. The blog included accounts trafficking in racial slurs, bondage fantasies, and overt Nazi fetishism and was preserved in archived form after deletion. Reid has used the same handle on other platforms, including an Instagram account now set to private, and denies ownership, calling the revelations "a coordinated smear." The Advocate sought comment and Reid's campaign did not respond. Democratic lawmakers held a press conference condemning the content and urged Reid to answer and apologize, citing his past comments comparing abortion to slavery.
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