Prince Williams Leaders Overwhelmingly Endorse Moran

~Moran Will Win Bellwether Prince William~

DALE CITY – Prince William County’s elected Democratic leadership overwhelmingly backed Brian Moran for Governor during a press conference today at a volunteer fire station in Dale City. The Washington Post has called Prince William County the state’s “bellwether,” noting that candidates who win in Prince William win statewide. The endorsements came from nearly every local elected Democratic leader in Prince William, as well as the former Board of Supervisors Chair and other former elected officials.

The leaders cited Moran’s 20-year record as a fighter for the people of Virginia. Moran has fought for quality education, teacher pay, expanding access to health care, and equal opportunity for every Virginian. They noted Moran’s recent announcement that he plans to ensure health care for every Virginia child.

“I’ve known Brian for nearly 20 years and he’s always fought hard to strengthen his community and improve people’s lives,” said John Jenksins, Neabsco District Supervisor. “He’s worked hard for our children by leading the fight for the largest investment in public education in Virginia history. Our community will have no better advocate than Brian.”

Moran received the backing of:

• Supervisor John Jenkins (Neabsco)
• Supervisor Frank Principi (Woodbridge)
• Delegate Paul Nichols
• Mayor Earnie Porta (Occoquan)
• Democratic Committee Chair Pete Frisbe
• Former Board of Supervisors Chair Kathleen Seefeldt
• Former Delegate David Brickley
• Former Supervisor Hilda Barg (Woodbrdige)
• Former County Attorney Sharon Pandak

On November 12, 2008, the Washington Post called Prince William the state’s “bellwether” after the county voted overwhelmingly in support of Barack Obama. Prince William’s conservative Republican Board of Supervisors Chair said: “We've proven that, as goes Prince William, so goes Virginia.”

“I’m proud to have these supporters in the critical county of Prince William,” Moran said. “This is another community that shows they want someone to fight for them in Richmond. I’ve been fighting for Virginia for 20 years, and I won’t let them down.”

The Prince William leaders join other prominent Virginia leaders who have announced their support of Brian Moran for Governor: the Chairman of Mark Warner’s campaign for Governor and former Congressman L. F. Payne; House Minority Leader Ward Armstrong from Martinsville, along with the Martinsville Sheriff and Democratic Chair; the majority of elected Democrats in the City of Petersburg and Loudoun and Arlington Counties; the mayors of Richmond, Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News and Portsmouth; and the majority of the members of the Democratic Party of Virginia’s Steering Committee.

The announcement was made at Volunteer Fire Station #13 in Dale City.

Relevant Quotes

“Virginia needs a Governor who has a record of fighting for the people. A person who understands the needs of Prince William and is willing to fight for them in Richmond. We need leadership that is willing to fight for better development, better transportation and better neighborhoods. Brian is the one that can move us forward and find solutions that work” - Frank Principi, Board of Supervisors (Woodbridge District)

“I am proud to lend my support to Brian Moran a great public servant and true fighter for Virginia’s values. Having grown up in a middle class family, Brian knows the importance of fully funding education, ensuring that our children have access to health insurance and fighting to keep a competitive business climate in Virginia.” - Delegate Paul Nichols

““I served with Brian in the House and know that he shares the values of those in this community. He will fight to provide health care for every single Virginia child. I know he’s a tireless advocate for the public schools and he’s worked to raise the minimum wage. He’ll take us on the right course as Governor.” -David Brickley, former member of the House of Delegates

“Brian Moran has my enthusiastic support for the democratic nomination for Virginia’s next Governor. In his years of public service and party leadership he has clearly shown an understanding of the issues and needs of all Virginians. Please join me in helping him win this crucial election.” - Kathleen K. Seefeldt, former Chairman, Prince William Board of County Supervisors.

“Virginia needs a Governor who fights for people. We need someone who looks out for those who are less fortunate by increasing the minimum wage and raising teacher pay. Brian has always been there for us and we’ll be there for him.” - Hilda Barg, former Supervisor (Woodbridge District)

"Our next Governor should be grounded in Virginia and know how to fight for what Virginians need. Brian understands what local government requires to be successful where the rubber meets the road. He is the type of individual I want leading us in Richmond." - Earnie Porta, Mayor of Occoquan

Brian Moran has a 20-year record of fighting for the people of Virginia. He was Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus and a Delegate from Alexandria City and Fairfax County. Prior to that, he served as a prosecutor in Arlington County.

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