Emphasis needs to be that this is not a Virginia law , as I understand, but something the Repubs dreamed up for some reason.
Anyway, for those who care, here is part of the e-mail the RPV sent out tuesday regarding the count:
Background:Virginia's 10,000 signature threshold is one of the highest in the nation because we take seriously the task of choosing our nominees. Not only do Presidential candidates have to hit that threshold, so do any candidate for statewide office (U.S. Senate, Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General).
To be successful in Virginia, candidates need to be able to build a strong grassroots organization and have support in all regions of the Commonwealth. The 10,000 statewide and 400 by congressional district signature requirements ensures that candidates build organizations that can be effective.