For Immediate Release
May 21, 2008
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine Endorses Connolly in VA-11 Primary
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine announced today that he has endorsed Fairfax County Chairman Gerry Connolly for Congress in Virginia's 11th district.
"I'm very honored," Connolly said. "The governor and I have been comrades in arms in a lot of battles in the General Assembly. It's a common-sense, results-oriented coalition that we've always put together."
(See below for Governor Kaine's complete statement)
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Today I am pleased to announce my enthusiastic support for and endorsement of Fairfax County Chairman, Gerald E. Connolly as the next Congressman from the 11th Congressional District of Virginia.
Gerry has been my partner in securing rail to Dulles; developing new transportation investment for Northern Virginia; extending child care to hundreds of working moms in Fairfax; garnering full funding of the Standards of Quality for education, all-day kindergarten, and early childhood learning; implementing gang prevention; creating a comprehensive environmental initiative; building a strong vibrant economy; managing a county that has been selected as the best managed county in the best managed state; and so much more.
He is recognized as the regional leader not only of Northern Virginia, but of the National Capital Region as well. He has served as the chairman of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, the president of the Virginia Association of Counties, chair of the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission and Northern Virginia Regional Commission, and currently serves as the chair of the critical Emergency Preparedness Council for the nation's capital. His ability to reach out and work with others – of both parties and across the National Capital Region and the Commonwealth - is legendary.
Gerry brings passion and integrity to public service and a deep sense of commitment to all he undertakes.
I believe that this race has attracted four worthy and capable candidates, but for me, Gerry Connolly is the standout. He will serve the 11th Congressional District with honor and distinction. I fully endorse and will actively work for his election, and I encourage voters in the 11th Congressional District to do the same.
