Robert G. Childs (D)
Office Sought: D.C. Council Ward 4
Age: 54
Residence: Crestwood.
Education: BA, religious studies, Bishop College; M.Div., Howard U. School of Divinity; course work, Harvard U. Divinity School.
Occupation: Senior pastor, Berean Baptist Church; lecturer and adjunct professor, Howard University School of Divinity.
Web site:http://www.committeetoelectchilds.com
E-mail address: chlds140@aol.com
Offices and positions held: At-large representative, D.C. Board of Education, 1997-2000; president, D.C. Board of Education, 2000; coordinator, Emery Heights Community Group; president, New England Missionary Baptist Convention; volunteer broadcast host, WYCB (1340 AM).
Why should voters elect you?
"I have the experience to bring communities together, I will strengthen our schools and will work diligently to address neighborhood concerns and provide constituent services."
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"We must understand and address the needs of all Ward 4 youths. If we don't reach out to and address their issues and concerns, it will affect the quality of life for all residents. Not only will I work to strengthen all schools and already existing youth programs, but I will create and partner with the private sector to explore the development of alternative and vocational programs for youths who have lost their interest in traditional education. I will work to improve and maintain the quality of life that Ward 4 residents have grown used to."
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