News
~ In Addition, More Leaders Line Up Behind Candidate Who “Can Win” in November~
ALEXANDRIA – According to internal Moran campaign canvass numbers of Virginia voters, Moran’s margins in Northern Virginia have swelled over the past several days while his statewide canvassing poll shows he has pulled even in Hampton Roads and has made great strides in Richmond and Roanoke.
Yesterday, the Moran campaign received some of the best results of the campaign and saw a notable uptick in support while phone banking likely primary voters. The campaign made 36,478 calls to highly likely primary voters in Northern Virginia and saw Moran’s consistent lead there surge after information about the records of his two opponents was made clear. In Hampton Roads, Moran’s canvass calls reached 23,454 likely primary voters and found that Moran’s support has increased significantly, moving the race into a virtual three-way tie.
In Richmond, Moran’s canvass reached 22,399 likely voters and found that Moran is now within the margin of one of his opponents, while leading the other by several percentage points. And in Roanoke, where Moran just last week began his advertising campaign, his support has risen 150 percent among likely voters.
“The trend lines are all moving in the right direction, and we are closing hard with momentum at the right time,” Campaign ManagerAndrew Roos said. “We know the outcome on Tuesday will be about turnout and which campaign best gets its voters to the polls. Clearly as voters have now gotten information about our opponents’ records, they are concluding that Brian Moran not only has the best record but gives Democrats the absolute best chance at winning in November. You couple this information with polls that show both Creigh Deeds and Terry McAuliffe losing to Bob McDonnell in November in Northern Virginia, an area in which Brian beats McDonnell and a Democrat has to win big, and we think we have turned a very important corner with the voters.”
In addition to this good news, Moran is touting the endorsement of the Falls Church News-Press. That paper said, “Moran has a wealth of experience fighting for both the betterment of Virginia and progressive values. As a Northern Virginian he brings a depth of knowledge of the region's needs unmatched by his two opponents.” ( ttp://www.fcnp.com/commentary/local/4583-editorial-moran-for-governor-hull-for-re-election-.htmlh)
In Danville and Martinsville this afternoon rallying local supports, Moran picked up the endorsement of local Danville Councilman Adam Tomer.
“Our region needs someone who will wake up every day fighting to create jobs and grow our economy,” Tomer said. “Brian Moran took interest in Danville long before he was running for Governor and knows what we need to get going again. I’ve known Brian for 20 years. He’s fought for better jobs with benefits, making the people of Virginia his focus. Now he’ll make that priority number one as Governor.”
The campaign continued to pick up momentum and support in the Southwestern regions of the state, surprising analysts and pundits. Moran recently received the support of the Chairman of the 9th District Democratic Committee Tom Brewster, the Sheriff of Montgomery County Tommy Whitt and other local elected officials. At a tour stop in Roanoke today, he was introduced by Roanoke Senator John Edwards.
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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ALEXANDRIA – According to internal Moran campaign canvass numbers of Virginia voters, Moran’s margins in Northern Virginia have swelled over the past several days while his statewide canvassing poll shows he has pulled even in Hampton Roads and has made great strides in Richmond and Roanoke.
Yesterday, the Moran campaign received some of the best results of the campaign and saw a notable uptick in support while phone banking likely primary voters. The campaign made 36,478 calls to highly likely primary voters in Northern Virginia and saw Moran’s consistent lead there surge after information about the records of his two opponents was made clear. In Hampton Roads, Moran’s canvass calls reached 23,454 likely primary voters and found that Moran’s support has increased significantly, moving the race into a virtual three-way tie.
In Richmond, Moran’s canvass reached 22,399 likely voters and found that Moran is now within the margin of one of his opponents, while leading the other by several percentage points. And in Roanoke, where Moran just last week began his advertising campaign, his support has risen 150 percent among likely voters.
“The trend lines are all moving in the right direction, and we are closing hard with momentum at the right time,” Campaign ManagerAndrew Roos said. “We know the outcome on Tuesday will be about turnout and which campaign best gets its voters to the polls. Clearly as voters have now gotten information about our opponents’ records, they are concluding that Brian Moran not only has the best record but gives Democrats the absolute best chance at winning in November. You couple this information with polls that show both Creigh Deeds and Terry McAuliffe losing to Bob McDonnell in November in Northern Virginia, an area in which Brian beats McDonnell and a Democrat has to win big, and we think we have turned a very important corner with the voters.”
In addition to this good news, Moran is touting the endorsement of the Falls Church News-Press. That paper said, “Moran has a wealth of experience fighting for both the betterment of Virginia and progressive values. As a Northern Virginian he brings a depth of knowledge of the region's needs unmatched by his two opponents.” ( ttp://www.fcnp.com/commentary/local/4583-editorial-moran-for-governor-hull-for-re-election-.htmlh)
In Danville and Martinsville this afternoon rallying local supports, Moran picked up the endorsement of local Danville Councilman Adam Tomer.
“Our region needs someone who will wake up every day fighting to create jobs and grow our economy,” Tomer said. “Brian Moran took interest in Danville long before he was running for Governor and knows what we need to get going again. I’ve known Brian for 20 years. He’s fought for better jobs with benefits, making the people of Virginia his focus. Now he’ll make that priority number one as Governor.”
The campaign continued to pick up momentum and support in the Southwestern regions of the state, surprising analysts and pundits. Moran recently received the support of the Chairman of the 9th District Democratic Committee Tom Brewster, the Sheriff of Montgomery County Tommy Whitt and other local elected officials. At a tour stop in Roanoke today, he was introduced by Roanoke Senator John Edwards.
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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ALEXANDRIA – The Richmond Times Dispatch reported that Terry McAuliffe is raising questions about Creigh Deeds ability to win in November.
The story is available here: http://www.timesdispatch.com/rtd/news/local/article/PRIMGATER07_20090607-151401/272450/
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The story is available here: http://www.timesdispatch.com/rtd/news/local/article/PRIMGATER07_20090607-151401/272450/
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McAuliffe says Deeds can't beat McDonnell
By: Jeff Schapiro, Richmond Times Dispatch
Terry McAuliffe is training his guns on R. Creigh Deeds in the finale to the Democratic gubernatorial primary, saying that Deeds' pro-firearms stance makes him unelectable against Republican Bob McDonnell.
McAuliffe, in a telephone interview this morning after an appearance at an African-American church in Hampton Roads, also said Deeds is weak for the fall campaign because he's backed higher fuel taxes for transportation improvements.
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McAuliffe, whose schedule today included get-out-the-vote events in Roanoke and Bristol, suggested Deeds would be thrown on the defensive in the general election for his comparatively conservative stance on gun rights.
McAuliffe referred to Deeds' opposition in 1993 to a law restricting Virginians' handgun purchases to one per month -- McDonnell favored the bill -- and the senator's vote in an attempted override of vetoes in 2008 and this year by departing Gov. Timothy M. Kaine of legislation allowing concealed weapons in bars.
"Bob McDonnell has already beat him, and he beat him [on] issues -- and he can do it again," said McAuliffe, who on Saturday generated about $200,000 for his campaign at a fundraiser at his McLean house that featured an appearance by former President Bill Clinton.
[…] Moran is campaigning today at rallies in Martinsville, Roanoke and Arlington County.
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Election Night Victory Party
June 6th, 2009
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran will join supporters from across the Commonwealth to celebrate victory on primary night, June 9th, in Alexandria.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 9 @ 7 p.m.
WHERE:
Hilton Mark Center
5000 Seminary Road
Alexandria, Va.
Please RSVP to Rebecca.Shoval@BrianMoran.com. Logistics information will be available to RSVPs on Monday.
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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WHEN: Tuesday, June 9 @ 7 p.m.
WHERE:
Hilton Mark Center
5000 Seminary Road
Alexandria, Va.
Please RSVP to Rebecca.Shoval@BrianMoran.com. Logistics information will be available to RSVPs on Monday.
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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Statement on 65th Anniversary of D-Day
June 6th, 2009
NORFOLK – Brian Moran made the following statement about the 65th anniversary of D-Day. Moran’s father served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He is the only candidate for Governor to put forward a plan for military veterans and their families.
“Today, we celebrate one of the greatest triumphs of the greatest generation,” Moran said. “Those who stormed beaches on that fateful day, 65 years ago, built a beachhead of freedom and democracy that has endured to this day. We owe untold gratitude to that generation and to those who served. Today, I respect, honor and thank those who bravely fought for our nation.”
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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“Today, we celebrate one of the greatest triumphs of the greatest generation,” Moran said. “Those who stormed beaches on that fateful day, 65 years ago, built a beachhead of freedom and democracy that has endured to this day. We owe untold gratitude to that generation and to those who served. Today, I respect, honor and thank those who bravely fought for our nation.”
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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Moran’s “Fighting for Virginia” Tour Continues in Martinsville, Roanoke and Arlington on Sunday
June 5th, 2009
~ Statewide Tour Highlights the People Moran Will Fight for as Governor ~
ALEXANDRIA – This Sunday Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor.
The Tour includes stops in Martinsville, Roanoke and Arlington on Sunday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour started last weekend and has included stops all across Virginia.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
Moran will keynote a rally for Martinsville and Danville Democrats hosted by Virginia House Minority Leader Ward Armstrong.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 1:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Chatmoss Country Club
550 Mt Olivet Road
Martinsville, Va.
Moran will keynote a rally in Roanoke with regional supporters.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 4:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Dumas Center
108 1st Street NW
Roanoke, Va.
Moran will rally local volunteers at his headquarters in Arlington.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 8:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Arlington Moran HQ
5401 Lee Highway
Arlington, Va.
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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ALEXANDRIA – This Sunday Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor.
The Tour includes stops in Martinsville, Roanoke and Arlington on Sunday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour started last weekend and has included stops all across Virginia.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
Moran will keynote a rally for Martinsville and Danville Democrats hosted by Virginia House Minority Leader Ward Armstrong.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 1:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Chatmoss Country Club
550 Mt Olivet Road
Martinsville, Va.
Moran will keynote a rally in Roanoke with regional supporters.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 4:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Dumas Center
108 1st Street NW
Roanoke, Va.
Moran will rally local volunteers at his headquarters in Arlington.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 7 8:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Arlington Moran HQ
5401 Lee Highway
Arlington, Va.
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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Moran’s “Fighting for Virginia” Tour Returns To Hampton Roads, Richmond, Charlottesville
June 5th, 2009
~ Statewide Tour Highlights the People Moran Will Fight for as Governor ~
~ Public Schedule for Saturday before the Election ~
ALEXANDRIA – This weekend Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor.
The Tour includes stops in Hampton Roads, Richmond and Charlottesville on Saturday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour started last weekend and has included stops in western Virginia, Hampton Roads, Richmond and Northern Virginia.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
Moran will speak at the Norfolk Democratic City Committee’s Monthly Breakfast.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 8:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Piccadilly Cafeteria
530 North Military Hwy
Norfolk, Va.
Moran will visit with Hampton voters at a local barber shop.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 11:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Arnell’s Barber Shop
1606 Pennwood Drive
Hampton, Va.
Meet with volunteers and phone bank undecided voters in the Richmond area. He will focus on his plans to insure every child with health care.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Moran’s Richmond Office
24 N 8th Street
Richmond, Va.
Moran and Charlottesville volunteers will meet with voters on the downtown mall the weekend before the election talking about his strong stand on the environment and equality.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Moran’s Charlottesville Volunteer Office
118 W. Main Street
Charlottesville, Va.
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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~ Public Schedule for Saturday before the Election ~
ALEXANDRIA – This weekend Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor.
The Tour includes stops in Hampton Roads, Richmond and Charlottesville on Saturday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour started last weekend and has included stops in western Virginia, Hampton Roads, Richmond and Northern Virginia.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
Moran will speak at the Norfolk Democratic City Committee’s Monthly Breakfast.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 8:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Piccadilly Cafeteria
530 North Military Hwy
Norfolk, Va.
Moran will visit with Hampton voters at a local barber shop.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 11:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Arnell’s Barber Shop
1606 Pennwood Drive
Hampton, Va.
Meet with volunteers and phone bank undecided voters in the Richmond area. He will focus on his plans to insure every child with health care.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Moran’s Richmond Office
24 N 8th Street
Richmond, Va.
Moran and Charlottesville volunteers will meet with voters on the downtown mall the weekend before the election talking about his strong stand on the environment and equality.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 6 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Moran’s Charlottesville Volunteer Office
118 W. Main Street
Charlottesville, Va.
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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You Can Have Your Schweitzers and Rendells (Who?); We’ll Take Our Virginia Local Elected Officials
June 5th, 2009
~ The Governors of Other States versus the Mayors of Virginia~
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran Campaign Manager Andrew Roos made the following statement regarding Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell’s endorsements of Terry McAuliffe for Governor of Virginia. Schweitzer is endorsing on his own behalf and not on behalf of the Democratic Governors Association.
Mayors and Board Chairs
Mayor Dwight Jones (Richmond)
Mayor Annie Mickens (Petersburg)
Mayor Molly Ward (Hampton)
Mayor Paul Fraim (Norfolk)
Mayor Joe Frank (Newport News)
Mayor James Holley (Portsmouth)
Mayor Jeanne Zeidler (Williamsburg)
Mayor Earnie Porta (Occoquan)
Mayor Kristen Umstattd (Leesburg)
Mayor Bill Euille (Alexandria)
Fmr. Mayor Meyera Oberndorf (Virginia Beach)
Fmr. Mayor William E. Ward (Chesapeake)
Hon. Barbara Favola (Chair of the Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Fmr. Board of Supervisors Chair Kathleen Seefeldt (Prince William)
Hon. Susan Klimek Buckley (Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair)
Majority of the Democratic Party Steering Committee
Frank Leone, Jr. (2nd Vice Chair for Rules, Democratic Party of Virginia)
Hon. Justin Wilson (Vice Chair for Technology and Communications, DPVA)
Pixie Bell (Secretary, DPVA)
*Abbi Easter (Treasurer, DPVA)
Hon. Kerry Donley (Immediate Past Chair, DPVA)
Gene Magruder (Chair of the Va. Association of Democratic Chairs)
Evelyn Morris-Harris (Chair of the Black Caucus, DPVA)
Rachel Rifkind (Chair of the Women’s Caucus, DPVA)
*Mame Reiley (DNC Member and Chair of the DNC’s Women’s Caucus)
*Hon. Lionell Spruill (DNC Member)
Suzette Matthews (Chair, 1st Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Sandra Brandt (Chair, 2nd Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Audrey Collins (Chair, 4th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Marjorie Clark (Chair, 7th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Margo Horner (Chair, 8th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Rich Galecki (Chair, 10th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Thomas Brewster (Chair, 9th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
George Burke (Chair, 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Arlington Leaders
Barbara Favola (Chair of the Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Chris Zimmerman (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Walter Tejada (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Mary Hynes (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Ed Fendley (Chair, Arlington County School Board)
Libby Garvey (Member, Arlington County School Board)
Abby Raphael (Member, Arlington County School Board)
Ingrid Morroy (Arlington County Commissioner of the Revenue)
Paul Ferguson (Arlington County Clerk of Court)
Frank O’Leary (Arlington County Treasurer)
Dick Trodden (Arlington County Commonwealth’s Attorney)
David Bell (Arlington County’s former Clerk of Court)
Peter Rousselot (Arlington Democratic Committee Chair)
Delegate Bob Brink (Arlington)
Delegate Al Eisenberg (Arlington)
Delegate Adam Ebbin
Former Delegate Karen Darner (Arlington)
Former State Senator Ed Holland (Arlington)
Alexandria Leaders
Mayor Bill Euille
Vice Mayor Redella S. "Del" Pepper
Ludwig Gaines (City Council Member)
Rob Krupicka (City Council Member)
Timothy Lovain (City Council Member)
Paul Smedberg (City Council Member)
Justin Wilson (City Council Member)
Sheriff Dana Lawhorne
Clerk of Court Ed Semonian
Commonwealth Attorney Randy Sengel
Delegate David Englin
Delegate Charniele Herring
Senator Patsy Ticer
Sheryl Gorsuch (School Board Vice-Chair)
Marc Williams (School Board Member)
Charles Wilson (School Board Member)
Blanche Maness (School Board Member)
Eileen Cassidy-Rivera (School Board Member)
Fairfax Leaders Catherine M. Hudgins (Board of Supervisors - Hunter Mill)
Jeff McKay (Board of Supervisors - Lee)
Penny Gross (Board of Supervisors - Mason)
John Foust (Board of Supervisors - Dranesville)
Gerry Hyland (Board of Supervisors - Mount Vernon)
Chairman Dan Stork (Fairfax School Board - Mount Vernon)
Jim Raney (Fairfax School Board - At-Large)
Brad Center (Fairfax School Board - Lee)
Jane Strauss (Fairfax School Board - Dranesville)
Phillip Niedzielski-Eichner (Fairfax School Board - Providence)
Delegate Jim Scott
Delegate Mark Sickles (former chair of the Fairfax Democratic Committee)
Delegate Kris Amundson
Delegate David Marsden
Delegate David Bulova
Delegate Margi Vanderhye
Delegate Vivian Watts
Councilman Dan Drummond
Fairfax City Democratic Committee Chairman Joe Harmon
Former Fairfax Democratic Committee Chair Ginny Peters
Former School Board Member Isis Castro
Former School Board Member Bob Frye
Former state Senator Emilie Miller
Sheriff Stan Barry (Fairfax County)
former Fairfax City Councilman Scott Silverthorne
Falls Church Leaders
Mayor Robin Gardner
Councilman Lawrence Webb
Councilman Dan Sze
Commissioner of the Revenue Tom Clinton
Sheriff Steve Bittle
Treasurer Cathy Kaye
former Democratic Committee Chair Edna Frady
Fredericksburg Area Leaders
LaBravia J. Jenkins (Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Amy LaMarca (Democratic Chair)
Dan Smolen (Former Stafford County Democratic Chair)
Carlos Del Toro (former Candidate for the House of Delegates, CDR USN (ret))
Scott Walker (Former Fredericksburg Democratic Chair)
Marc Broklawski (Stafford Democratic Committee Chairman)
Richmond Area Leaders
Mayor Dwight Jones (Richmond)
Mike Herring (Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Lamont Bagby (Henrico County School Board Member)
Bevill Dean (Richmond City Clerk of the Court)
Jim Holland (Chesterfield Supervisor)
Martinsville Leaders
Martinsville Sheriff Steven Draper (President of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Assn.)
Lorene Martin (Martinsville Democratic Committee Chair)
Delegate Ward L. Armstrong (Martinsville, House Minority Leader)
Montgomery Leaders
Sheriff Tommy Whitt (Montgomery County)
Erica Williams (Clerk of Court)
Richard Shelton (Treasurer)
Sharon Gilbert (Commissioner of Revenue)
Steve Cochran (Democratic Committee Chairman)
Petersburg Leaders
Mayor Annie Mickens (Petersburg)
Vice Mayor Horace Webb (Petersburg)
Council Member Brian Moore (Petersburg)
Council Member Carl Mike Ross (Petersburg)
Council Member David Ray Coleman (Petersburg)
Sheriff Vanessa Crawford (Petersburg)
Delegate Rosalyn Dance (Petersburg)
Loudoun Leaders
Susan Klimek Buckley (Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair)
Kelly Burk (Member, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors)
Stevens Miller (Member, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors)
John Stevens (Loudoun County School Board Vice Chair)
Priscilla Godfrey (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Bob Ohneiser – (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Tom Marshall – (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Mayor Kristen Umstattd (Leesburg)
Marty Martinez (Member, Leesburg Town Council)
David Butler (Member, Leesburg Town Council)
Delegate David Poisson (Loudoun County)
Delegate Chuck Caputo (Loudoun County)
Hampton Roads Leaders
Hampton Mayor Molly Ward
Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim
Newport News Mayor Joe Frank
Portsmouth Mayor James Holley
Fmr. Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Obendorf
Sheriff Bob McCabe (Norfolk)
Sheriff BJ Roberts (Hampton)
Sheriff Jack Robbins (Northhampton)
Brent McKenzie (Virginia Beach School Board Member)
Todd Davidson (Virginia Beach School Board Member)
Dr. William R. Harvey (President of Hampton University)
Sharon McDonald (Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue)
Ross Mugler (Hampton Commissioner of the Revenue)
Bryan Collins (City Councilman, Chesapeake)
George Wallace (City Council Member, Hampton)
Paige Washington (City Council Member, Hampton)
Turner Spencer (Fmr. City Council Member, Hampton)
George Schaefer (Norfolk Clerk of the Court)
Cynthia Morrison (Portsmouth Clerk of the Court & Portsmouth Democratic Chair)
Delegate Kenny Alexander (Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, Norfolk)
Sheila Hill (Chair, Chesapeake School Board)
Tina Pullen (School Board Member, Chesapeake)
Delegate Jeion Ward (Hampton)
Delegate Paula Miller (Norfolk)
Delegate Joe Bouchard (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Bobby Mathieson (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Lynwood Lewis (Eastern Shore)
*Delegate Lionell Spruill (Chesapeake)
Fmr. Delegate Mary Christian (Hampton)
Fmr. Delegate Alan Diamondstein (Newport News)
Southwest Virginia Leaders
Sheriff John Puckett (Scott County)
Sheriff Jim Davis (Pulaski County)
Mike Fleenor (Pulaski County Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Chris Rehak (Radford City Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Terry Frye (City of Bristol, Commissioner of the Revenue)
Dennis Gillenwater (Chair, Scott County Democrats)
Thomas Brewster (9th District Democratic Chair)
Fmr. Delegate John Tate
Frank Poynter (Appomattox Democratic Committee Chair)
Ora McCoy (Appomattox Democratic Committee First Vice-Chair)
Prince William Leaders
Supervisor John Jenkins (Neabsco)
Supervisor Frank Principi (Woodbridge)
Delegate Paul Nichols
Mayor Earnie Porta (Occoquan)
Democratic Committee Chair Pete Frisbe
Fmr. Board of Supervisors Chair Kathleen Seefeldt
Fmr. Delegate David Brickley
Fmr. Supervisor Hilda Barg (Woodbrdige)
Fmr. County Attorney Sharon Pandak
Members and Former Members of Congress
Congressman Jim Moran
Congressman Patrick Kennedy
Former Congressman L.F. Payne
General Assembly Members and Former Members
Delegate Ward L. Armstrong (Martinsville, House Minority Leader)
Delegate Rosalyn Dance (Petersburg)
Delegate Bob Brink (Arlington)
Delegate Al Eisenberg (Arlington)
Former Delegate Karen Darner (Arlington)
Former State Senator Ed Holland (Arlington)
Delegate David Englin (Alexandria)
Delegate Charniele Herring (Alexandria)
State Senator Patsy Ticer (Alexandria)
Delegate David Poisson (Loudoun County)
Delegate Chuck Caputo (Loudoun County)
Delegates Kenny Alexander (Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, Norfolk)
Delegate Jeion Ward (Hampton)
Delegate Paula Miller (Norfolk)
Delegate Joe Bouchard (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Bobby Mathieson (Virginia Beach)
*Delegate Lionell Spruill (Chesapeake)
Delegate Lynwood Lewis (Eastern Shore)
Fmr. Delegate Mary Christian (Hampton)
Delegate Paul Nichols (Prince William)
Fmr. Delegate David Brickley (Prince William)
Delegate Jim Scott (Fairfax)
Delegate Mark Sickles (former chair of the Fairfax Democratic Committee)
Delegate Kris Amundson (Fairfax)
Delegate David Marsden (Fairfax)
Delegate David Bulova (Fairfax)
Delegate Margi Vanderhye (Fairfax)
Delegate Vivian Watts (Fairfax)
Delegate Adam Ebbin (Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax)
Former state Senator Emilie Miller
Labor
Alexandria Fire Fighters Local 2141
City of Fairfax Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics Local 2702
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Fire Fighters Association, Local 3217
IATSE Local #22
Barbara Easterling, former Secretary of the CWA
Other Endorsers
Bob Burnley (Director of the Department of Environmental Quality for Gov. Warner)
Chuck Dolan (former executive director of the Democratic Governors Association)
Falls-Church News Press
Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club
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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ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran Campaign Manager Andrew Roos made the following statement regarding Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell’s endorsements of Terry McAuliffe for Governor of Virginia. Schweitzer is endorsing on his own behalf and not on behalf of the Democratic Governors Association.
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“Brian Moran has more endorsements from local elected Democrats than any candidate in a race this close in Virginia history. Mayors, Legislators, and local officials have rallied around Brian’s candidacy, because he has lead the fight to pass the Warner-Kaine agenda and is the best chance Democrats have to beat Bob McDonnell. Terry McAuliffe’s continuing obsession with hitching his campaign to national celebrities is almost as out of touch as Senator Deeds support of a gas tax on hardworking families in the middle of a recession.”
Mayors and Board Chairs
Mayor Dwight Jones (Richmond)
Mayor Annie Mickens (Petersburg)
Mayor Molly Ward (Hampton)
Mayor Paul Fraim (Norfolk)
Mayor Joe Frank (Newport News)
Mayor James Holley (Portsmouth)
Mayor Jeanne Zeidler (Williamsburg)
Mayor Earnie Porta (Occoquan)
Mayor Kristen Umstattd (Leesburg)
Mayor Bill Euille (Alexandria)
Fmr. Mayor Meyera Oberndorf (Virginia Beach)
Fmr. Mayor William E. Ward (Chesapeake)
Hon. Barbara Favola (Chair of the Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Fmr. Board of Supervisors Chair Kathleen Seefeldt (Prince William)
Hon. Susan Klimek Buckley (Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair)
Majority of the Democratic Party Steering Committee
Frank Leone, Jr. (2nd Vice Chair for Rules, Democratic Party of Virginia)
Hon. Justin Wilson (Vice Chair for Technology and Communications, DPVA)
Pixie Bell (Secretary, DPVA)
*Abbi Easter (Treasurer, DPVA)
Hon. Kerry Donley (Immediate Past Chair, DPVA)
Gene Magruder (Chair of the Va. Association of Democratic Chairs)
Evelyn Morris-Harris (Chair of the Black Caucus, DPVA)
Rachel Rifkind (Chair of the Women’s Caucus, DPVA)
*Mame Reiley (DNC Member and Chair of the DNC’s Women’s Caucus)
*Hon. Lionell Spruill (DNC Member)
Suzette Matthews (Chair, 1st Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Sandra Brandt (Chair, 2nd Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Audrey Collins (Chair, 4th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Marjorie Clark (Chair, 7th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Margo Horner (Chair, 8th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Rich Galecki (Chair, 10th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Thomas Brewster (Chair, 9th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
George Burke (Chair, 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee)
Arlington Leaders
Barbara Favola (Chair of the Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Chris Zimmerman (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Walter Tejada (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Mary Hynes (Member, Arlington Board of Supervisors)
Ed Fendley (Chair, Arlington County School Board)
Libby Garvey (Member, Arlington County School Board)
Abby Raphael (Member, Arlington County School Board)
Ingrid Morroy (Arlington County Commissioner of the Revenue)
Paul Ferguson (Arlington County Clerk of Court)
Frank O’Leary (Arlington County Treasurer)
Dick Trodden (Arlington County Commonwealth’s Attorney)
David Bell (Arlington County’s former Clerk of Court)
Peter Rousselot (Arlington Democratic Committee Chair)
Delegate Bob Brink (Arlington)
Delegate Al Eisenberg (Arlington)
Delegate Adam Ebbin
Former Delegate Karen Darner (Arlington)
Former State Senator Ed Holland (Arlington)
Alexandria Leaders
Mayor Bill Euille
Vice Mayor Redella S. "Del" Pepper
Ludwig Gaines (City Council Member)
Rob Krupicka (City Council Member)
Timothy Lovain (City Council Member)
Paul Smedberg (City Council Member)
Justin Wilson (City Council Member)
Sheriff Dana Lawhorne
Clerk of Court Ed Semonian
Commonwealth Attorney Randy Sengel
Delegate David Englin
Delegate Charniele Herring
Senator Patsy Ticer
Sheryl Gorsuch (School Board Vice-Chair)
Marc Williams (School Board Member)
Charles Wilson (School Board Member)
Blanche Maness (School Board Member)
Eileen Cassidy-Rivera (School Board Member)
Fairfax Leaders Catherine M. Hudgins (Board of Supervisors - Hunter Mill)
Jeff McKay (Board of Supervisors - Lee)
Penny Gross (Board of Supervisors - Mason)
John Foust (Board of Supervisors - Dranesville)
Gerry Hyland (Board of Supervisors - Mount Vernon)
Chairman Dan Stork (Fairfax School Board - Mount Vernon)
Jim Raney (Fairfax School Board - At-Large)
Brad Center (Fairfax School Board - Lee)
Jane Strauss (Fairfax School Board - Dranesville)
Phillip Niedzielski-Eichner (Fairfax School Board - Providence)
Delegate Jim Scott
Delegate Mark Sickles (former chair of the Fairfax Democratic Committee)
Delegate Kris Amundson
Delegate David Marsden
Delegate David Bulova
Delegate Margi Vanderhye
Delegate Vivian Watts
Councilman Dan Drummond
Fairfax City Democratic Committee Chairman Joe Harmon
Former Fairfax Democratic Committee Chair Ginny Peters
Former School Board Member Isis Castro
Former School Board Member Bob Frye
Former state Senator Emilie Miller
Sheriff Stan Barry (Fairfax County)
former Fairfax City Councilman Scott Silverthorne
Falls Church Leaders
Mayor Robin Gardner
Councilman Lawrence Webb
Councilman Dan Sze
Commissioner of the Revenue Tom Clinton
Sheriff Steve Bittle
Treasurer Cathy Kaye
former Democratic Committee Chair Edna Frady
Fredericksburg Area Leaders
LaBravia J. Jenkins (Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Amy LaMarca (Democratic Chair)
Dan Smolen (Former Stafford County Democratic Chair)
Carlos Del Toro (former Candidate for the House of Delegates, CDR USN (ret))
Scott Walker (Former Fredericksburg Democratic Chair)
Marc Broklawski (Stafford Democratic Committee Chairman)
Richmond Area Leaders
Mayor Dwight Jones (Richmond)
Mike Herring (Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Lamont Bagby (Henrico County School Board Member)
Bevill Dean (Richmond City Clerk of the Court)
Jim Holland (Chesterfield Supervisor)
Martinsville Leaders
Martinsville Sheriff Steven Draper (President of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Assn.)
Lorene Martin (Martinsville Democratic Committee Chair)
Delegate Ward L. Armstrong (Martinsville, House Minority Leader)
Montgomery Leaders
Sheriff Tommy Whitt (Montgomery County)
Erica Williams (Clerk of Court)
Richard Shelton (Treasurer)
Sharon Gilbert (Commissioner of Revenue)
Steve Cochran (Democratic Committee Chairman)
Petersburg Leaders
Mayor Annie Mickens (Petersburg)
Vice Mayor Horace Webb (Petersburg)
Council Member Brian Moore (Petersburg)
Council Member Carl Mike Ross (Petersburg)
Council Member David Ray Coleman (Petersburg)
Sheriff Vanessa Crawford (Petersburg)
Delegate Rosalyn Dance (Petersburg)
Loudoun Leaders
Susan Klimek Buckley (Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair)
Kelly Burk (Member, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors)
Stevens Miller (Member, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors)
John Stevens (Loudoun County School Board Vice Chair)
Priscilla Godfrey (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Bob Ohneiser – (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Tom Marshall – (Member, Loudoun County School Board)
Mayor Kristen Umstattd (Leesburg)
Marty Martinez (Member, Leesburg Town Council)
David Butler (Member, Leesburg Town Council)
Delegate David Poisson (Loudoun County)
Delegate Chuck Caputo (Loudoun County)
Hampton Roads Leaders
Hampton Mayor Molly Ward
Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim
Newport News Mayor Joe Frank
Portsmouth Mayor James Holley
Fmr. Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Obendorf
Sheriff Bob McCabe (Norfolk)
Sheriff BJ Roberts (Hampton)
Sheriff Jack Robbins (Northhampton)
Brent McKenzie (Virginia Beach School Board Member)
Todd Davidson (Virginia Beach School Board Member)
Dr. William R. Harvey (President of Hampton University)
Sharon McDonald (Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue)
Ross Mugler (Hampton Commissioner of the Revenue)
Bryan Collins (City Councilman, Chesapeake)
George Wallace (City Council Member, Hampton)
Paige Washington (City Council Member, Hampton)
Turner Spencer (Fmr. City Council Member, Hampton)
George Schaefer (Norfolk Clerk of the Court)
Cynthia Morrison (Portsmouth Clerk of the Court & Portsmouth Democratic Chair)
Delegate Kenny Alexander (Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, Norfolk)
Sheila Hill (Chair, Chesapeake School Board)
Tina Pullen (School Board Member, Chesapeake)
Delegate Jeion Ward (Hampton)
Delegate Paula Miller (Norfolk)
Delegate Joe Bouchard (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Bobby Mathieson (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Lynwood Lewis (Eastern Shore)
*Delegate Lionell Spruill (Chesapeake)
Fmr. Delegate Mary Christian (Hampton)
Fmr. Delegate Alan Diamondstein (Newport News)
Southwest Virginia Leaders
Sheriff John Puckett (Scott County)
Sheriff Jim Davis (Pulaski County)
Mike Fleenor (Pulaski County Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Chris Rehak (Radford City Commonwealth’s Attorney)
Terry Frye (City of Bristol, Commissioner of the Revenue)
Dennis Gillenwater (Chair, Scott County Democrats)
Thomas Brewster (9th District Democratic Chair)
Fmr. Delegate John Tate
Frank Poynter (Appomattox Democratic Committee Chair)
Ora McCoy (Appomattox Democratic Committee First Vice-Chair)
Prince William Leaders
Supervisor John Jenkins (Neabsco)
Supervisor Frank Principi (Woodbridge)
Delegate Paul Nichols
Mayor Earnie Porta (Occoquan)
Democratic Committee Chair Pete Frisbe
Fmr. Board of Supervisors Chair Kathleen Seefeldt
Fmr. Delegate David Brickley
Fmr. Supervisor Hilda Barg (Woodbrdige)
Fmr. County Attorney Sharon Pandak
Members and Former Members of Congress
Congressman Jim Moran
Congressman Patrick Kennedy
Former Congressman L.F. Payne
General Assembly Members and Former Members
Delegate Ward L. Armstrong (Martinsville, House Minority Leader)
Delegate Rosalyn Dance (Petersburg)
Delegate Bob Brink (Arlington)
Delegate Al Eisenberg (Arlington)
Former Delegate Karen Darner (Arlington)
Former State Senator Ed Holland (Arlington)
Delegate David Englin (Alexandria)
Delegate Charniele Herring (Alexandria)
State Senator Patsy Ticer (Alexandria)
Delegate David Poisson (Loudoun County)
Delegate Chuck Caputo (Loudoun County)
Delegates Kenny Alexander (Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, Norfolk)
Delegate Jeion Ward (Hampton)
Delegate Paula Miller (Norfolk)
Delegate Joe Bouchard (Virginia Beach)
Delegate Bobby Mathieson (Virginia Beach)
*Delegate Lionell Spruill (Chesapeake)
Delegate Lynwood Lewis (Eastern Shore)
Fmr. Delegate Mary Christian (Hampton)
Delegate Paul Nichols (Prince William)
Fmr. Delegate David Brickley (Prince William)
Delegate Jim Scott (Fairfax)
Delegate Mark Sickles (former chair of the Fairfax Democratic Committee)
Delegate Kris Amundson (Fairfax)
Delegate David Marsden (Fairfax)
Delegate David Bulova (Fairfax)
Delegate Margi Vanderhye (Fairfax)
Delegate Vivian Watts (Fairfax)
Delegate Adam Ebbin (Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax)
Former state Senator Emilie Miller
Labor
Alexandria Fire Fighters Local 2141
City of Fairfax Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics Local 2702
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Fire Fighters Association, Local 3217
IATSE Local #22
Barbara Easterling, former Secretary of the CWA
Other Endorsers
Bob Burnley (Director of the Department of Environmental Quality for Gov. Warner)
Chuck Dolan (former executive director of the Democratic Governors Association)
Falls-Church News Press
Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club
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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~ The Governors of Other States Versus the Mayors of Virginia~
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s campaign manager, Andrew Roos, made the following statement regarding media reports that Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer will endorse Terry McAuliffe for Governor of Virginia tomorrow. Schweitzer is endorsing on his own behalf and not on behalf of the Democratic Governors Association.
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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ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s campaign manager, Andrew Roos, made the following statement regarding media reports that Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer will endorse Terry McAuliffe for Governor of Virginia tomorrow. Schweitzer is endorsing on his own behalf and not on behalf of the Democratic Governors Association.
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“The guy who was rumored to be running for Governor of New York, and wanted to be Governor of Florida is having the Governor of Montana tell us why he should be Governor of Virginia? That makes about as much sense as running TV ads saying he cares about people’s jobs when the Washington Post concluded that McAuliffe made millions off his political connections while people were laid off and lost everything.
If these media reports are true, we welcome Governor Schweitzer to Virginia tomorrow, although he might be coming because he’s worried that Terry McAuliffe would have chosen to run in Montana next.”
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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~ Goes on Air in Roanoke for First Time to Make the Case ~
ALEXANDRIA – With the polls showing a dead heat and Brian Moran as the most electable candidate, Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor released a new TV ad today to frame the debate as we go into the last weekend. The ad will also run in the Roanoke market, marking the first time the Moran campaign has been on TV in the Roanoke market.
With just 5 days to go, this election is increasingly about who can beat Bob McDonnell and win the fight for Virginia’s hard-working families. Because if we don’t win, McDonnell will roll back the Warner-Kaine agenda Virginia Democrats have fought so hard for.
Moran’s ad shows he is the only candidate for Governor who will beat McDonnell because of his proven record of fighting for middle class families. Terry McAuliffe’s record of making millions off of insider deals while workers lost their jobs makes him vulnerable. In addition, the ad shows Creigh Deeds, who already lost to Bob McDonnell, has made himself even less electable by supporting raising the gas tax on working families in the middle of a recession. Deeds lost to McDonnell in 2005 running 7% points behind the top-of-the-ticket.
“Virginia Democrats know we need to continue the Warner-Kaine agenda and win the Governor’s office in November,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “Whether it’s a record of Wall-Street dealing or being out of touch with working families, the other Democrats running don’t give us as good a chance this fall. Brian Moran is the only Democratic candidate for Governor who will beat Republican Bob McDonnell and win the fight for Virginia’s families and seniors. ”
The ad is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39uKekhDE24
RELEVANT FACTS
Title: Win In November
30 seconds
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ALEXANDRIA – With the polls showing a dead heat and Brian Moran as the most electable candidate, Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor released a new TV ad today to frame the debate as we go into the last weekend. The ad will also run in the Roanoke market, marking the first time the Moran campaign has been on TV in the Roanoke market.
With just 5 days to go, this election is increasingly about who can beat Bob McDonnell and win the fight for Virginia’s hard-working families. Because if we don’t win, McDonnell will roll back the Warner-Kaine agenda Virginia Democrats have fought so hard for.
Moran’s ad shows he is the only candidate for Governor who will beat McDonnell because of his proven record of fighting for middle class families. Terry McAuliffe’s record of making millions off of insider deals while workers lost their jobs makes him vulnerable. In addition, the ad shows Creigh Deeds, who already lost to Bob McDonnell, has made himself even less electable by supporting raising the gas tax on working families in the middle of a recession. Deeds lost to McDonnell in 2005 running 7% points behind the top-of-the-ticket.
“Virginia Democrats know we need to continue the Warner-Kaine agenda and win the Governor’s office in November,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “Whether it’s a record of Wall-Street dealing or being out of touch with working families, the other Democrats running don’t give us as good a chance this fall. Brian Moran is the only Democratic candidate for Governor who will beat Republican Bob McDonnell and win the fight for Virginia’s families and seniors. ”
The ad is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39uKekhDE24
RELEVANT FACTS
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In a spring 2008 Christopher Newport University Poll, 68% of voters said they either strongly disagree or disagree with raising Virginia’s gas tax. (http://cpp.cnu.edu/virginiapolls/vapollreports/VirginiaPollReportvol1no4spring2008.pdf)
“McAuliffe has made a fortune investing -- sometimes in companies that went bust, laid off thousands and drained investors' and employees' savings.” (The Washington Post, McAuliffe’s Background Could Prove a Liability, May 3, 2009)
“Obama ran against exactly the kind of big-money 1990s politics that McAuliffe has come to represent. A McAuliffe victory would signal that despite all the talk of a new kind of politics for the party in the age of Obama, the old kind of Democratic politics is still doing quite well.” (New York Times Magazine, Governor Clintonism, May 8, 2009)
According to an April 16, 2009, statewide poll by Rasmussen Reports, Brian Moran is the closest and strongest candidate against Bob McDonnell in November. (http://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/election_2009/virginia/election_2009_virginia_governor_election)
Title: Win In November
30 seconds
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Who will beat Republican Bob McDonnell?
Terry McAuliffe made millions on insider deals while workers lost their jobs and savings.
Creigh Deeds means well but raising the gas tax in the middle of a recession only hurts working people.
Brian Moran is the only Democrat for governor who led the fight to raise the minimum wage and led the fight to pass the Warner-Kaine agenda.
And Brian Moran is the only Democrat who will beat Bob McDonnell and win the fight for Virginia’s families and seniors.
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Richmond Mayor Champions Moran in New Richmond Ad
June 4th, 2009
~ Dwight Jones Supports Candidate’s History of Fighting for Virginians ~
ALEXANDRIA – Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones goes on air in Richmond this week supporting Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor. Jones explains why he personally supports Moran after working with him in the Virginia House of Delegates for 10 years, emphasizing Moran’s proven record of fighting for Virginia’s families. Jones is a former Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus.
Listen to the 30-second ad: http://brianmoran.com/assets/2009/6/4/moranjonesendorse.mp3h
“Like many other local leaders around Virginia who support Brian’s campaign for Governor, Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones knows what how to govern and improve lives for Virginia families,” Moran's Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “Virginians need a Governor who will fight for them every day, and Brian has proven he can and will do that. We’re proud to have the Mayor reaching out to Richmond residents with Brian’s message.”
Ad Transcript Title: “Mayor Jones Knows”
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ALEXANDRIA – Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones goes on air in Richmond this week supporting Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor. Jones explains why he personally supports Moran after working with him in the Virginia House of Delegates for 10 years, emphasizing Moran’s proven record of fighting for Virginia’s families. Jones is a former Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus.
Listen to the 30-second ad: http://brianmoran.com/assets/2009/6/4/moranjonesendorse.mp3h
“Like many other local leaders around Virginia who support Brian’s campaign for Governor, Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones knows what how to govern and improve lives for Virginia families,” Moran's Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “Virginians need a Governor who will fight for them every day, and Brian has proven he can and will do that. We’re proud to have the Mayor reaching out to Richmond residents with Brian’s message.”
Ad Transcript Title: “Mayor Jones Knows”
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Hi, I’m Dwight Jones, and I’m Mayor of Richmond. And on June 9th, I’m supporting Brian Moran for Governor.
Brian Moran grew up in a working-class family and has a lifelong proven record of getting in the trenches and fighting for our community. Brian has always been there for us. And that’s why Richmond Commonwealth Attorney Mike Herring and the Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus Kenny Alexander are supporting him as well.
As the Democratic leader, Brian Moran led the fight to elect Democrats and turn one of the reddest states blue, helping to elect President Barack Obama.
Brian Moran is the only candidate for governor who led the fight to raise the minimum wage, and now he wants to increase it. He will work to raise teacher pay and make sure every child has health care.
Brian Moran fights for Main Street, not Wall Street, and he will always be there for us. And that’s why we need him right now.
I know Brian Moran. I worked with for 10 years in the House of Delegates for the state of Virginia. And Brian Moran is the man we need for governor.
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~ McAuliffe Company Goes under, Fires Hundreds. Terry Makes Millions.~
ALEXANDRIA – In response to repeated questions from reporters and during debates and a recent report by the Associated Press, the Moran campaign is seeking clarification from Terry McAuliffe about his membership on the corporate board of Telergy, a telecommunications firm, and its connection to Global Crossing.
“Virginians deserve to know the truth behind McAuliffe’s claims, but he certainly hasn’t shared it with them yet. He claims he didn’t give back his multi-million dollar windfall from Global Crossing to help unemployed workers because he wasn’t in control of the company,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “He got a seven-figure windfall from Telergy, but didn’t give it back to the unemployed workers even though he was on the board and helped them raise 40 million dollars in capital. Terry McAuliffe has taken a wall street attitude toward employees in the past and in this case he seems to have violated even his own standards.”
Despite the fact that McAuliffe was a paid consultant of the Global Crossing CEO, worked out of his office and convinced him to invest $40 million in another telecommunications company (Telergy), he claims he had nothing to do with running the company. McAuliffe made as much as $18 million while over 10,000 people lost their jobs and more lost pensions and retirement savings, but McAuliffe said he had no responsibility to those people. Reporting shows that McAuliffe was directly involved in Telergy’s management when it went bankrupt, laying off hundreds of people, which begs the question, wouldn’t he have an obligation to those workers who were put out of work with no severance, by his own standards?
(Associated Press, Investment Questions Dog McAuliffe in VA Race, May 27, 2009)
“With just one week left in this election, McAuliffe continues to hide the truth about his business record,” Roos continued. “The hypocrisy that his statements in the Sorensen Debate point to is almost hard to fathom, and Virginia Democrats aren’t going to stand for it.”
McAuliffe: “I would have taken care of it.”
At a debate last month in Danville, McAuliffe was questioned as to why he did not give the $18 million he made from Global Crossing back to the workers who lost their livelihoods and the retirees who lost their pensions when that firm when bankrupt.
McAuliffe responded by saying, “I never did anything for Global Crossing. I was a venture capital investor in several 100 companies. I was never at their headquarters. I never worked for them. I had nothing to do with the management and had I been chairman and had something to do with it, I would of taken care of it.” (Sorensen Debate, April 28, 2009)
...but he left Telergy with Millions. Hundreds left without jobs.
After a recent Associated Press investigation into McAuliffe’s business background raised questions about his culpability for Telergy’s failure, Brian Moran’s campaign manager, Andrew Roos, made the following statement.
Terry McAuliffe was a member of the Board of Directors of Telergy, a telecom company, from 1999 to 2001. As a Board Member, he had oversight responsibility over the executives of the company. Telergy paid McAuliffe at least $1.2 million for his services, which included raising funds from Global Crossing. McAuliffe bailed from Telergy within days of it firing 150 employees without severance pay in August of 2001.
McAuliffe claimed he did not know about the company’s financial position, even though he was a corporate Board Member. He further said he didn’t have the time to be involved with his Board responsibilities. By December of the same year, Telergy was bankrupt and an additional 300 people lost their jobs without severance pay.
The Telergy Timeline of Failure
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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ALEXANDRIA – In response to repeated questions from reporters and during debates and a recent report by the Associated Press, the Moran campaign is seeking clarification from Terry McAuliffe about his membership on the corporate board of Telergy, a telecommunications firm, and its connection to Global Crossing.
“Virginians deserve to know the truth behind McAuliffe’s claims, but he certainly hasn’t shared it with them yet. He claims he didn’t give back his multi-million dollar windfall from Global Crossing to help unemployed workers because he wasn’t in control of the company,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “He got a seven-figure windfall from Telergy, but didn’t give it back to the unemployed workers even though he was on the board and helped them raise 40 million dollars in capital. Terry McAuliffe has taken a wall street attitude toward employees in the past and in this case he seems to have violated even his own standards.”
Despite the fact that McAuliffe was a paid consultant of the Global Crossing CEO, worked out of his office and convinced him to invest $40 million in another telecommunications company (Telergy), he claims he had nothing to do with running the company. McAuliffe made as much as $18 million while over 10,000 people lost their jobs and more lost pensions and retirement savings, but McAuliffe said he had no responsibility to those people. Reporting shows that McAuliffe was directly involved in Telergy’s management when it went bankrupt, laying off hundreds of people, which begs the question, wouldn’t he have an obligation to those workers who were put out of work with no severance, by his own standards?
(Associated Press, Investment Questions Dog McAuliffe in VA Race, May 27, 2009)
“With just one week left in this election, McAuliffe continues to hide the truth about his business record,” Roos continued. “The hypocrisy that his statements in the Sorensen Debate point to is almost hard to fathom, and Virginia Democrats aren’t going to stand for it.”
McAuliffe: “I would have taken care of it.”
At a debate last month in Danville, McAuliffe was questioned as to why he did not give the $18 million he made from Global Crossing back to the workers who lost their livelihoods and the retirees who lost their pensions when that firm when bankrupt.
McAuliffe responded by saying, “I never did anything for Global Crossing. I was a venture capital investor in several 100 companies. I was never at their headquarters. I never worked for them. I had nothing to do with the management and had I been chairman and had something to do with it, I would of taken care of it.” (Sorensen Debate, April 28, 2009)
...but he left Telergy with Millions. Hundreds left without jobs.
After a recent Associated Press investigation into McAuliffe’s business background raised questions about his culpability for Telergy’s failure, Brian Moran’s campaign manager, Andrew Roos, made the following statement.
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“The facts about Telergy make it clear that Terry McAuliffe is incapable of telling the truth about his business record. First he tells us he’s a successful Virginia businessman, then we find out they’re just shell companies run out of his house. Now he tells us that he would take responsibility if he’d ‘had something to do’ with a company that hurt workers, but we find out he was involved in exactly that and did nothing to help people.
Terry McAuliffe sat on the board of Telergy and even helped raise $40 million from now-defunct Global Crossing to help the company. In the end, Terry McAuliffe made $1.2 million but, despite being a board member of the company, he gave none of those funds back to the 615 workers who lost their jobs when the company shuttered its doors.
Terry McAuliffe has said he’ll bring his business background to the Governor’s mansion. But with GM plants closing and Wall Street bailouts mounting, Virginia families can’t afford Terry McAuliffe’s kind of experience in Richmond.”
Terry McAuliffe was a member of the Board of Directors of Telergy, a telecom company, from 1999 to 2001. As a Board Member, he had oversight responsibility over the executives of the company. Telergy paid McAuliffe at least $1.2 million for his services, which included raising funds from Global Crossing. McAuliffe bailed from Telergy within days of it firing 150 employees without severance pay in August of 2001.
McAuliffe claimed he did not know about the company’s financial position, even though he was a corporate Board Member. He further said he didn’t have the time to be involved with his Board responsibilities. By December of the same year, Telergy was bankrupt and an additional 300 people lost their jobs without severance pay.
The Telergy Timeline of Failure
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August 1999: McAuliffe is named a Director on the Board of Telergy. He has reportedly been helping the company for three years prior. (The Post-Standard, Wired: Inside Telergy, December 10, 2000)
September 1999: Global Crossing, which would later go bankrupt itself, invests $40 million in Telergy after McAuliffe’s encouragement. In December, McAuliffe would admit to contacting Global Crossing on Telergy’s behalf. (Business Wire, Global Crossing Acquires Rights to New York Fiber Network, September 15, 1999; The Post-Standard, Wired: Inside Telergy, December 10, 2000)
December 1999: Telergy pays McAuliffe at least $1.2 million for raising money for the company. McAuliffe would not say who else, besides Global Crossing, he had contacted to invest in the firm. (The Post-Standard, Wired: Inside Telergy, December 10, 2000)
August 8, 2001: Telergy lays off 150 employees without giving them any severance pay. (Associated Press, Tech Bust Hits Telergy, 150 Lose Jobs, August 9, 2001; The Post-Standard, Florida Company Owed $47,000 by Telergy, August 18, 2001)
August 18, 2001: McAuliffe claims he was not aware of Telergy’s financial troubles and that he had resigned from the Telergy Board just two weeks prior. McAuliffe claimed “I just do not have the time to be on any board.” (The Post-Standard, Florida Company Owed $47,000 by Telergy, August 18, 2001)
September 2001: Telergy lays off another 300 employees without severance. (The Post-Standard, Telergy Founders Share $1.5 M; Nothing for Laid Off Workers. December 6, 2001)
December 21, 2001: Telergy declares Chapter 7 bankruptcy. A total of 615 people lost their jobs in the company’s failure. (The Post-Standard, Judge Agrees to Liquidation for Telergy, December 15, 2001; The Post-Standard, Telergy Founders Share $1.5 M; Nothing for Laid Off Workers, December 6, 2001)
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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~ Moran Will Fight for Main Street, Not Wall Street~
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor released its latest television ad called “The Democrat” today. As Democrats are making up their decision in this contested primary, many are looking at which candidate can win in November. This ad makes clear that Brian Moran is the strongest general election candidate and the one who shares core Democratic commitments. The ad comes as Terry McAuliffe’s record continues to be exposed and has given Democrats great pause about his ability to win in November. And while Democrats have increasing concerns about Creigh Deeds’s positions that put him out of touch with key parts of Virginia.
“We have the resources to compete and the message to win,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “This ad makes clear that Brian Moran is the best Democratic nominee to take on Bob McDonnell and shares the progressive values that Virginia Democrats hold dear. We know we need a Governor that will fight for Virginia’s families and seniors.”
The ad highlights Moran’s support for the Warner/Kaine agenda, his work to increase the minimum wage, and his plans to insure every child with health care. The ad includes the pledge made by Moran at the 2009 Jefferson Jackson Dinner to defeat Bob McDonnell in November.
The full ad is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt_W2-8Pem4
“THE DEMOCRAT”
30 second ad
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ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s campaign for Governor released its latest television ad called “The Democrat” today. As Democrats are making up their decision in this contested primary, many are looking at which candidate can win in November. This ad makes clear that Brian Moran is the strongest general election candidate and the one who shares core Democratic commitments. The ad comes as Terry McAuliffe’s record continues to be exposed and has given Democrats great pause about his ability to win in November. And while Democrats have increasing concerns about Creigh Deeds’s positions that put him out of touch with key parts of Virginia.
“We have the resources to compete and the message to win,” Campaign Manager Andrew Roos said. “This ad makes clear that Brian Moran is the best Democratic nominee to take on Bob McDonnell and shares the progressive values that Virginia Democrats hold dear. We know we need a Governor that will fight for Virginia’s families and seniors.”
The ad highlights Moran’s support for the Warner/Kaine agenda, his work to increase the minimum wage, and his plans to insure every child with health care. The ad includes the pledge made by Moran at the 2009 Jefferson Jackson Dinner to defeat Bob McDonnell in November.
The full ad is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt_W2-8Pem4
“THE DEMOCRAT”
30 second ad
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We can't elect a governor for Wall Street. Brian Moran fights for Main Street.
The only Democrat for Governor who led the fight to raise the minimum wage and led the fight to pass the Warner-Kaine agenda.
As governor, he'll expand in home care for seniors and make sure every child has health care.
Republican Bob McDonnell would roll back this agenda.
But Brian Moran will fight for Virginia's families and seniors like he always has and beat Bob McDonnell like a drum.
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POLL: Democratic Primary Very, Very Close
June 2nd, 2009
Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research
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June 2, 2009 Virginia Statewide Survey Results
Democratic Primary Very, Very Close |
As the Democratic primary comes to a close, the three candidates are neck-and-neck-and-neck. However, among voters most likely to vote come June 9th, Brian Moran holds a slight lead.
Between May 26 – 27, 2009, Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research interviewed 400 likely voters in Virginia’s June Democratic primary. This survey carries a margin of error of +/- 4.9 points at a 95 percent confidence level.
Here are a few highlights from the survey:
- Candidates are in a three-way tie. Looking at those most likely to vote—those voters who have a history of voting in Democratic primaries beyond the 2008 presidential primary—Moran enjoys a two-point lead.
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Table 1: Trial Heat Results among base voters |
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Vote |
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Moran |
29 |
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Deeds |
27 |
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McAuliffe |
26 |
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Undecided |
18 |
- McAuliffe draws the highest unfavorable ratings in the field. Nearly one in four (24 percent) of these partisan Democrats describe their feelings toward McAuliffe in negative terms, 41 percent react favorably. These negatives are 10-points higher than either Moran (44 percent positive, 12 percent negative) or Deeds (45 percent positive, 14 percent negative).
Conclusion
This one will go down to the wire and every dollar, every door knock, and every volunteer phone call will count. However, given the fact that the Moran campaign holds a marginal lead among those voters most likely to vote, and had only just started its television advertising at the time of this survey, while McAuliffe and Deeds had been up on television for months and weeks, respectively, Brian Moran is well positioned for the final week.
~ Statewide Tour Highlights Whom Moran Will Fight for As Governor ~
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor, will come to Northern Virginia on Wednesday.
The tour includes stops in Fredericksburg, Prince William County, Loudoun County, Winchester and Arlington County on Wednesday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour began Saturday and has included stops in western Virginia, Hampton Roads and Richmond.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
Moran will meet workers at the Fredericksburg VRE Station to highlight the need for high-speed rail in Virginia. He will be joined by Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney LaBravia Jenkins.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 7:00 a.m.
WHERE:
VRE Station, Zone 9
200 Lafayette Blvd.
Fredericksburg, Va.
Moran will meet and greet local Democrats at a Fredericksburg diner. He will talk about his economic recovery plans, including raising the minimum wage.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 8:15 a.m.
WHERE:
2400 Diner
2400 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, Va.
Moran will tour the Greater Prince William Health Center with Supervisor Frank Principi to focus on health-care issues in Virginia. Moran is the only candidate with plans to expand rural access to health and dental care and to cover every Virginia child with health insurance.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 10:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Occoquan Facility
4379 Ridgewood Center Drive, Suite 102
Woodbridge, Va.
Moran will host a press conference highlighting the problem of foreclosed homes and his proposed Homeowners’ Bill of Rights in Dale City.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 11:30 a.m.
WHERE:
13101 Haddock Road
Dale City, Va.
Moran will host a roundtable in Leesburg to discuss his plans to restart the slumping economy by creating jobs on main street.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 2:15 p.m.
WHERE:
Lalou Bistro
19 West Market Street
Leesburg, Va.
Moran will attend a rally hosted by local supporters to talk about economic recovery and health-care issues.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 3:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Piccadilly
125 E Piccadilly Street
Winchester, Va.
Moran will meet and greet local Loudoun Democrats. He will talk about his proven record of fighting for families.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
26128 Talamore Drive
South Riding, Va.
Moran will attend an event hosted by the Arlington Democratic Committee highlighting volunteers from the Obama campaign.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 8:15 p.m.
WHERE:
National Rural Electrical Coop Association Building
4301 N Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, Va.
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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ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran’s multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor, will come to Northern Virginia on Wednesday.
The tour includes stops in Fredericksburg, Prince William County, Loudoun County, Winchester and Arlington County on Wednesday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment and many other issues. The tour began Saturday and has included stops in western Virginia, Hampton Roads and Richmond.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
Moran will meet workers at the Fredericksburg VRE Station to highlight the need for high-speed rail in Virginia. He will be joined by Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney LaBravia Jenkins.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 7:00 a.m.
WHERE:
VRE Station, Zone 9
200 Lafayette Blvd.
Fredericksburg, Va.
Moran will meet and greet local Democrats at a Fredericksburg diner. He will talk about his economic recovery plans, including raising the minimum wage.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 8:15 a.m.
WHERE:
2400 Diner
2400 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, Va.
Moran will tour the Greater Prince William Health Center with Supervisor Frank Principi to focus on health-care issues in Virginia. Moran is the only candidate with plans to expand rural access to health and dental care and to cover every Virginia child with health insurance.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 10:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Occoquan Facility
4379 Ridgewood Center Drive, Suite 102
Woodbridge, Va.
Moran will host a press conference highlighting the problem of foreclosed homes and his proposed Homeowners’ Bill of Rights in Dale City.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 11:30 a.m.
WHERE:
13101 Haddock Road
Dale City, Va.
Moran will host a roundtable in Leesburg to discuss his plans to restart the slumping economy by creating jobs on main street.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 2:15 p.m.
WHERE:
Lalou Bistro
19 West Market Street
Leesburg, Va.
Moran will attend a rally hosted by local supporters to talk about economic recovery and health-care issues.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 3:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Piccadilly
125 E Piccadilly Street
Winchester, Va.
Moran will meet and greet local Loudoun Democrats. He will talk about his proven record of fighting for families.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
26128 Talamore Drive
South Riding, Va.
Moran will attend an event hosted by the Arlington Democratic Committee highlighting volunteers from the Obama campaign.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3 8:15 p.m.
WHERE:
National Rural Electrical Coop Association Building
4301 N Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, Va.
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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~ Local Residents Fear Proposed Plant’s Health and Environmental Effects ~
SURRY – Brian Moran joined the Coalition to Keep Surry Clean in opposing the new coal mega-plant in Surry County, within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Moran made the announcement at an event with local Surry families prior to a vote by the Dendron Town Council on an issue relevant to the plant moving forward. Moran is the only candidate for Governor to oppose the new coal plant.
“It’s time we get serious about a clean energy system that protects our environment and creates thousands of green energy jobs,” Moran said. “We can’t solve our 21st century energy challenges with 19th century fossil fuels. We need new solutions like wind and solar energy that can create jobs and won’t damage our environment and risk our children’s health. I’m proud to be here with local leaders in the community. Standing up for the environment isn’t easy. We need to say no to a coal fired mega plant in Surry and say yes to clean renewable energy.”
The proposed site is located approximately 50 miles from two of the biggest population centers in the Commonwealth. Richmond and Hampton Roads would feel the brunt of the increased CO2 emissions, smog and coal ash. Additionally, the plant would increase the pollution in the Chesapeake Bay at the same time as we are spending millions to clean up the Bay.
The event took place on the second day of Moran’s “Fighting for Virginia” tour and highlights his work to champion the health of people and the environment in the Chesapeake Bay region.
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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SURRY – Brian Moran joined the Coalition to Keep Surry Clean in opposing the new coal mega-plant in Surry County, within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Moran made the announcement at an event with local Surry families prior to a vote by the Dendron Town Council on an issue relevant to the plant moving forward. Moran is the only candidate for Governor to oppose the new coal plant.
“It’s time we get serious about a clean energy system that protects our environment and creates thousands of green energy jobs,” Moran said. “We can’t solve our 21st century energy challenges with 19th century fossil fuels. We need new solutions like wind and solar energy that can create jobs and won’t damage our environment and risk our children’s health. I’m proud to be here with local leaders in the community. Standing up for the environment isn’t easy. We need to say no to a coal fired mega plant in Surry and say yes to clean renewable energy.”
The proposed site is located approximately 50 miles from two of the biggest population centers in the Commonwealth. Richmond and Hampton Roads would feel the brunt of the increased CO2 emissions, smog and coal ash. Additionally, the plant would increase the pollution in the Chesapeake Bay at the same time as we are spending millions to clean up the Bay.
The event took place on the second day of Moran’s “Fighting for Virginia” tour and highlights his work to champion the health of people and the environment in the Chesapeake Bay region.
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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Moran Fundraising Skyrockets
June 1st, 2009
Exceeds Past Two Reporting Periods; Message of Experienced Fighter and Candidate Who Can Win Cited
~”We Are Now Fully Funded and We Have the Resources to Win”~
~94% of Donors Are from Virginia~
ALEXANDRIA – In less than two months, the Moran campaign’s fundraising pace skyrocketed as they raised more in these two months than in the previous three or the six before that. Moran has raised $3.8 million for his bid for Governor, so far, including an additional $844,000 in this less-than-two month-period. During this period, 94% of Moran’s contributors are Virginians.
Also during this period, the campaign began its aggressive communications program with direct mail, radio and television advertising. The campaign cited Moran’s unprecedented statewide support from elected officials, volunteers and party leaders, his message as a fighter for Virginia and the increasing belief among Democratic voters that Moran is the candidate who can win this fall as reasons for the dramatic increase in donations.
“We’ve far exceeded our goals and have put ourselves in a position to win,” Campaign Chair Mame Reiley said. “This dramatic spike in contributions ensures that we are fully funded for the homestretch of the campaign. Other candidates have blown through their resources at an alarming pace. We have marshaled ours and targeted voters wisely. We are where we want to be to bring this race home to victory on June 9.”
During this period, Moran held key fundraising events across the Commonwealth including ones in Hampton Roads headlined by the region’s mayors and a recent fundraiser at the home of Ethel Kennedy in Northern Virginia. The campaign also continued with an aggressive online fundraising program where over 25% of donors contributed online.
The campaign ended with over $700,000 on hand for the final 10 days of the campaign. Those resources will be invested in the completion of the media campaign and in aggressive get-out-the-vote efforts.
It’s clear from the fundraising to date that any Democratic candidate will have the resources to win in November. The Washington Post recently wrote “Each candidate has enough to be competitive in the primary, and whoever emerges will have plenty of funding to take on Republican Bob McDonnell, the state's former attorney general. With only this and the New Jersey governor's race to focus on in this off year, both national parties will be generous.” (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/05/01/AR2009050103756.html)
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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~”We Are Now Fully Funded and We Have the Resources to Win”~
~94% of Donors Are from Virginia~
ALEXANDRIA – In less than two months, the Moran campaign’s fundraising pace skyrocketed as they raised more in these two months than in the previous three or the six before that. Moran has raised $3.8 million for his bid for Governor, so far, including an additional $844,000 in this less-than-two month-period. During this period, 94% of Moran’s contributors are Virginians.
Also during this period, the campaign began its aggressive communications program with direct mail, radio and television advertising. The campaign cited Moran’s unprecedented statewide support from elected officials, volunteers and party leaders, his message as a fighter for Virginia and the increasing belief among Democratic voters that Moran is the candidate who can win this fall as reasons for the dramatic increase in donations.
“We’ve far exceeded our goals and have put ourselves in a position to win,” Campaign Chair Mame Reiley said. “This dramatic spike in contributions ensures that we are fully funded for the homestretch of the campaign. Other candidates have blown through their resources at an alarming pace. We have marshaled ours and targeted voters wisely. We are where we want to be to bring this race home to victory on June 9.”
During this period, Moran held key fundraising events across the Commonwealth including ones in Hampton Roads headlined by the region’s mayors and a recent fundraiser at the home of Ethel Kennedy in Northern Virginia. The campaign also continued with an aggressive online fundraising program where over 25% of donors contributed online.
The campaign ended with over $700,000 on hand for the final 10 days of the campaign. Those resources will be invested in the completion of the media campaign and in aggressive get-out-the-vote efforts.
It’s clear from the fundraising to date that any Democratic candidate will have the resources to win in November. The Washington Post recently wrote “Each candidate has enough to be competitive in the primary, and whoever emerges will have plenty of funding to take on Republican Bob McDonnell, the state's former attorney general. With only this and the New Jersey governor's race to focus on in this off year, both national parties will be generous.” (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/05/01/AR2009050103756.html)
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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Montgomery County Democrats Back Moran
June 1st, 2009
~ Local Leaders Know Moran Will Fight for Every Region~
MONTGOMERY – Brian Moran received the endorsement of every Democratic constitutional officer in Montgomery County at the gateway to Southwest Virginia’s 9th Congressional district. The endorsers cited Moran’s proven record of fighting for people and his progressive vision for where to take the Commonwealth. Moran was represented at the event by 9th District Democratic Committee Chairman Tom Brewster.Endorsing Moran were the Clerk of Court Erica Williams, Treasurer Richard Shelton, Commissioner of Revenue Sharon Gilbert and Democratic Committee Chairman Steve Cochran. On Friday, Moran received the endorsement of Sheriff Tommy Whitt.
“Brian Moran understands the challenges of local government - 7 years as prosecutor before being asked to run for the House of Delegates by then Governor Mark Warner,” said Montgomery Democratic Committee Chair Steve Cochran. “He knows how to work across the aisle to get things done – successfully passing the Commonwealth’s felony DUI law and cracking down on Internet child sexual predators by sponsoring Alicia’s Law. And he is not afraid to fight for what is right, like improving access to health care, in-home care for senior citizens, new green jobs, increasing teacher salaries and fixing the Commonwealth’s horrible transportation problem. Brian Moran is best equipped to keep VA moving forward in the style of Governors Warner and Kaine.”
Brian Moran was Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus and a Delegate from Northern Virginia. In the House, he fought for the largest investment in public education in Virginia history and worked as point-man for the Warner-Kaine agenda. Moran has detailed plans to restart our slumping economy, create thousands of green jobs and provide health care for every child.
“It’s humbling and encouraging to have so many strong local leaders stand up behind this campaign,” Moran said. “For months we’ve built this campaign from the bottom up, not the top down. It’s clear that in every part of Virginia, local Democratic leaders know that we need a Democratic nominee who can win in November and a Governor who will fight for people.’
SUPPORTING COMMMENTS
“His hands on experience and knowledge of local and state government will benefit him as Governor. I have also examined Brian’s issues on the environment and feel they are superior. His experience in public and personal life will aid all of us as Governor. People are his top priority. He's always looked out for this community and spent a lot of time in this part of the Commonwealth in past years getting to know us. Brian Moran cares strongly about us in the New River Valley.”
- Clerk of Court Erica W. Williams
“Brian has been named the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association’s Legislator of the Year and has twice received the Victims and Witnesses of Crime Legislative Award. Brian also received the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Legislator of the Year award for his work to strengthen penalties against drunk driving. I know that when he is Governor, our public safety officials will have no better friend than Brian Moran, and that no one will work harder for Virginia families.”
- Sheriff Tommy Whitt
I feel that the governor's we have had working with us the past 8 years in Virginia have done a terrific job for our state. It is my opinion that we have a great candidate for our next Governor of Virginia. It is with great pleasure that i endorse candidate Brian Moran for our next Governor of Virginia."
- Commissioner of Revenue Sharon Gilbert
“It is my honor and privilege to endorse Brian Moran as my candidate for Governor. Brian will carry on the traditions of Governor Mark Warner and Governor Tim Kaine to serve all Virginians for the next four years. Brian has the experience and working knowledge that will help Virginia move forward. I don't know of another candidate that would better serve the needs of Virginia than Brian Moran."
- Treasurer Richard Shelton
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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~ Schedule for Tuesday, June 2nd ~
ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor. The tour includes stops in Newport News, Petersburg and Richmond, on Tuesday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment during the stops.
The tour started Saturday with stops in Appomattox, Charlottesville, Staunton and Harrisonburg and continued Monday with stops in Richmond, Surry and York.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2
Moran will talk with workers at the Northrop Grumman Shipyard to focus on the importance of commercial building in the Commonwealth’s economic growth.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 5:30 a.m.
WHERE:
50th Street Gate,
50th Street and Washington Avenue,
Newport News, Va.
Moran will discuss women’s issues including reproductive rights and domestic violence prevention at a roundtable with regional women leaders.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 9:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Aromas Coffee
706 Towne Center Drive, Suite 104
Newport News, Va.
Moran will join WAVY News 10 Midday Report in Hampton Roads to talk about his campaign.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 12:00 p.m.
WHERE:
WAVY Studio
300 Wavy Street
Portsmouth, Va.
Moran will talk with seniors about issues facing the Commonwealth’s growing over-65 population.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 2:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Tabernacle Baptist
418 Halifax Street, Community Room
Petersburg, Va.
Dr. Richard Jackson will lead Moran on a tour of Dominion Medical Association to focus on Virginians’ health care needs.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Dominion Medical Associates
304 East Leigh Street (Jackson Ward)
Richmond, Va.
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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ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran will continue his multi-day statewide “Fighting for Virginia” Tour, which spotlights some of the people whom he plans to fight for as Governor. The tour includes stops in Newport News, Petersburg and Richmond, on Tuesday. Moran will discuss detailed plans for economic growth, seniors, health care, education, the environment during the stops.
The tour started Saturday with stops in Appomattox, Charlottesville, Staunton and Harrisonburg and continued Monday with stops in Richmond, Surry and York.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2
Moran will talk with workers at the Northrop Grumman Shipyard to focus on the importance of commercial building in the Commonwealth’s economic growth.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 5:30 a.m.
WHERE:
50th Street Gate,
50th Street and Washington Avenue,
Newport News, Va.
Moran will discuss women’s issues including reproductive rights and domestic violence prevention at a roundtable with regional women leaders.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 9:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Aromas Coffee
706 Towne Center Drive, Suite 104
Newport News, Va.
Moran will join WAVY News 10 Midday Report in Hampton Roads to talk about his campaign.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 12:00 p.m.
WHERE:
WAVY Studio
300 Wavy Street
Portsmouth, Va.
Moran will talk with seniors about issues facing the Commonwealth’s growing over-65 population.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 2:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Tabernacle Baptist
418 Halifax Street, Community Room
Petersburg, Va.
Dr. Richard Jackson will lead Moran on a tour of Dominion Medical Association to focus on Virginians’ health care needs.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 2 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Dominion Medical Associates
304 East Leigh Street (Jackson Ward)
Richmond, Va.
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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~ Momentum Grows Behind Campaign~
ALEXANDRIA –Brian Moran won the majority of votes in a statewide Young Democrats straw poll on Saturday conducted at seven locations across the Commonwealth. Moran won nearly 50% of the vote in the three-person race for Governor among Virginia Young Democrats. After the results, several prominent Young Democratic leaders announced their endorsement of Moran for Governor.Yesterday’s straw poll included victories for Moran in Northern Virginia, Richmond, the Valley and Hampton Roads and a near win in Southwest Virginia.
Former Young Democrats of Virginia President Jen Bissett and current Arlington Young Democrats President Sarah Godlewski announced their support of Moran. They were joined by Young Dem leader Sean Holihan. Holihan is current President of the Virginia Young Democrats but is not endorsing on behalf of the organization.
"College loans are drying up, health care is too expensive and recent college graduates can't find jobs,” Immediate Past President of the Virginia Young Democrats Jen Bissett said. “Brian Moran has fought for young people his whole life and I know he will continue the fight as Governor. In these tough times we need someone we can trust and count on to be there for us."
Moran fought to make the largest investment in higher education in Virginia’s history and make tuition more affordable for Virginia families. He’s worked to expand research opportunities and student financial aid. He is the only candidate with a health care plan that allows young adults to remain on their parents’ health insurance up to the age of 26.
“For over two decades, Brian Moran has fought hard for Virginia families,” Holihan said. “He’s always been there to help get more young people involved in the process and to fight hard for a better future for the next generation of Virginians. I know Brian’s character, his commitment to public service and his commitment to us. That’s why he has my support.”
Moran announced other key YD supporters earlier in the campaign: http://www.brianmoran.com/2009/3/28/young-democrat-leaders-back-brian-moran-for-gov-2. Moran also has the support of previous Young Democrats of Virginia Presidents like John Alex Golden and Justin Wilson. Former YD President Dominic Gabello is Political Director for the Moran campaign.
“Virginia Democrats need to elect a leader who will continue to invest in quality public education, who will work toward preserving our environment and who will improve health care affordability,” said Sarah Godlewski, President of the Arlington Young Democrats. “Brian has demonstrated unwavering leadership for Virginians, and I'm behind him 100%.”
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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Moran Wins Major Straw Poll in Largest Va County
May 31st, 2009
FAIRFAX – Brian Moran won a substantial victory at tonight’s Fairfax County Democratic Committee straw poll during their JJ Dinner. Moran won 40% of the vote in the home county of one of his opponents. The last county-wide straw poll in Fairfax, held in March, was won by Fairfax resident Terry McAuliffe. But with the election looming and after Moran has built an unprecedented grassroots network and endorsements from overwhelming majority of Fairfax elected Democrats, Moran won the critical county tonight.
“This is proof positive that Virginia Democrats know who has been fighting for them and who can win in November,” Campaign Chair Mame Reiley said. “Brian’s supporters are energized and ready to work hard in the final week of the campaign. Northern Virginia voters want a Governor they can trust and a Governor who will fight for progressive solutions to the challenges we face. Tonight they made clear that person is Brian Moran.”
In Fairfax County, Moran has continued the trend of winning local straw polls throughout the campaign. He was the overwhelming winner of the Mount Vernon Democratic straw poll in February, the Lee District straw poll, the Springfield District poll in April and the Providence District poll in May. Moran has also recently won straw polls in Virginia Beach and Newport News, as well as the Virginia Young Democrats’ statewide straw poll on Saturday.
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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“This is proof positive that Virginia Democrats know who has been fighting for them and who can win in November,” Campaign Chair Mame Reiley said. “Brian’s supporters are energized and ready to work hard in the final week of the campaign. Northern Virginia voters want a Governor they can trust and a Governor who will fight for progressive solutions to the challenges we face. Tonight they made clear that person is Brian Moran.”
In Fairfax County, Moran has continued the trend of winning local straw polls throughout the campaign. He was the overwhelming winner of the Mount Vernon Democratic straw poll in February, the Lee District straw poll, the Springfield District poll in April and the Providence District poll in May. Moran has also recently won straw polls in Virginia Beach and Newport News, as well as the Virginia Young Democrats’ statewide straw poll on Saturday.
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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