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Richard L. "Dick" Saslaw (D, Incumbent)
About The Candidate
- Office Sought: State Senator, Virginia (35)
- Occupation: President, Chantilly Associates.
- Web site: http://www.dicksaslaw.com/
- E-mail address: info@dicksaslaw.com
Education
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BS, economics, University of Maryland; U.S. Army.
Offices and positions held
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Majority leader, state Senate.
On the Issues
What is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
To have a strong economy and attract jobs to Virginia, we need a workforce that can compete in today's global economy. We must invest in our schools and provide a quality education for all Virginians. In 2011, the Senate Democrats restored $450 million in cuts to public education, fought for smaller classes and supported more funding for school construction. Our colleges and universities must be affordable and accessible for Virginians. World-class schools and good jobs equal a great quality of life.
Why should voters elect you?
I am a problem-solver and have a track record of getting things done, which is why the Senate Democrats elected me majority leader.
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