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Christopher J. Wade (D)

About The Candidate

Education

    BA, international studies, Notre Dame; MBA, George Mason University.

Offices and positions held

    Board member, Fairfax County public schools business and community advisory council; board member, Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce; coach, BRYC Youth Soccer; member, Young Family Ministries, Good Shepherd Church; Sunday school teacher, Good Shepherd Church.

On the Issues

What is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?

Neighborhood issues are the most urgent problems facing the Braddock District community. From broader aspects to street-level concerns, we must continue to keep our outstanding schools and public-safety services funded, as well as addressing more specific concerns such as cleaning up commercial vehicle parking. As someone who has created jobs in Fairfax County, I also understand the need for business and government to work together. With a strong partnership, we can navigate this challenging economic environment and the difficult budget times that we are working through.

Why should voters elect you?

I bring the depth and breadth of skills through my business background and community involvement required to be an engaged and effective supervisor.

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