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Gubernatorial candidate sets sights on Loudoun
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Brian Moran said he would bring Virginia 21st- century education, health care and technology if elected. But to do it, he needs Loudoun's votes, he said.The candidate, who serves as the state's House Democratic caucus chair, visited Leesburg Nov. 13 to garner support for his campaign.
“Loudoun is the definition of a swing county,” Moran told a crowd at the Old Courthouse. “This is the bellwether that we need to win if we're going to win Virginia.”
Loudoun County, which historically has voted Republican, changed its colors from red to blue on Nov. 4 when it supported Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama and Senate candidate Mark Warner.
Northern Virginia counties such as Loudoun and Prince William were credited for the Democratic Party's succession in Virginia this year.
“Virginians are concerned about keeping their jobs and whether those jobs will exist for their kids,” said Moran, adding that his administration would focus on improving education.
Local leadership, including members of the County Board of Supervisors and the Leesburg Town Council, were also at the courthouse in support of Moran.
Del. David Poisson (D-eastern Loudoun) introduced the candidate.
“No doubt Virginians face some difficult choices ahead,” said Supervisor Susan Buckley (D-Sugarland Run). “We need someone like Brian Moran to lead us through those difficult times.”
Moran said that as governor he would reach across the aisle to help solve the state's issues -- transportation, the economy, health care, unemployment and school funding.
If he wins the Democratic primary in June, Moran will likely face Republican Attorney General Bob McDonnell, who has already secured strong support in the state.
Other contenders for the Democratic nomination include Terry McAuliffe, former chairman of the Democratic National Committee, who recently began the filing process for the race.
Loudoun Valley student Kaitlin Bledsoe and Heritage student Marlee Kamis are juniors. They participated Nov. 13 in the Loudoun Schools/Business Partnership's annual Job for a Day program.
When will it end? Now we have to endure two more years of political ads until the Governor's election. Then it starts all over for the 2012 presidential election. Give us a break please!!!
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