John Bell for Virginia
House of Delegates - 13th District
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Washington Post Endorses John Bell
Posted Oct 24 at 9 PM
October 23, 2009
District 13: In what is possibly the state's fastest-growing and most-populous district, Del. Robert G. Marshall has distinguished himself by standing still; he remains the author of off-the-wall legislative antics that even members of his own Republican Party regard as clownish. In addition to making hay with wedge social issues (like trying to outlaw in vitro fertilization), he has also done his best to impede transportation funding proposals that would benefit his own district. An infinitely better choice is John Bell, a sober, sane Democrat who has extensive budgetary expertise from years spent as a finance officer for the Air Force. He would bring practical and managerial expertise to a job that Mr. Marshall has treated as a pulpit for his pet peeves. -
Air Force vet takes on 18-year House vet
Posted Oct 21 at 5 PM
By JONATHAN HUNLEY
Published: October 20, 2009The House of Delegates’ 13th District has changed dramatically over the past few years: more people, more business, more traffic.
Democrat John Bell is banking on the notion that those changes foreshadow voters wanting another switch: that of their representative in Richmond.Bell claims that his Republican opponent’s time at the State Capitol has focused too much on social issues, such as abortion and gay marriage.
He said he would target “commutes, jobs and schools.”
“I’m a frustrated commuter,” said Bell, who’s lived in both counties in the 13th District. “I go to McLean every day.”
One way to have more money for roads would be to improve maintenance efficiency, he said, thereby saving money devoted to that task.
On jobs, he said 13th District residents could benefit if two industries were brought to Prince William and Loudoun: the fields of alternative energy and automating medical records.
And on education, he said he wants to maintain the availability of extracurricular activities for students.
To defeat such an entrenched opponent, Bell has tried to literally reach as many voters as possible.
On Oct. 12, he said his campaign had knocked on 3,500 doors the weekend before.
“I don’t know of another House campaign in Virginia that had that much canvassing,” Gov. Timothy M. Kaine told Bell workers and volunteers outside the campaign headquarters in Gainesville that day.
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Kaine stumps for Dem House candidate Bell
Posted Oct 18 at 2 PM
By JONATHAN HUNLEY, News & Messenger
Published: October 12, 2009Bell noted that Marshall voted against Virginia taking any federal stimulus money.
That was the wrong move, he said. Kid Drop Zone received a $250,000 small business loan that came from stimulus funds, and that money allowed them to hire workers.
“We’ve heard a lot about ‘Bob for Jobs,’” Bell said, referring to a slogan for GOP gubernatorial candidate Robert F. McDonnell, “well, this is a Bob that’s not for jobs.”
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Kaine stimulus in Gainesville
Posted Oct 18 at 2 PM
Kaine stimulus in Gainesville
By Dan Roem
Source: Gainesville Times
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 2009Bell and incumbent Del. Bob Marshall (R-13th) disagree about whether the state should have accepted stimulus aid. Marshall voted to reject the money, citing that it was being financed in part by communist China and would mean more debt future generations would have to pay.
The Democrat said Monday that the difference is the government is supporting a hand-up, not a hand-out policy.
“We're giving them assistance that will help them succeed long-term, not just giving away free money," he said. Also, a good percentage of the stimulus package is tax credits or loan ability, not just straight-out giveaways.”
www.gainesville-times.com/news/2009/oct/13/kaine-stimulus-gainesville/
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Bell: Focus should be on ‘everyday’ issues
Posted Oct 01 at 9 PM
Bell said he would attack the road money issue by cutting waste in state government and employing cost-efficient maintenance efforts.In terms of jobs, Bell said he thinks Virginia — and the 13th District — could benefit by concentrating on the fields of alternative energy and automating medical records.
Jobs in such industries could allow highly skilled and educated commuters to ditch the drive and work here.
“I think that if we really want to do things to help families out,” said the husband and father of five, “if we give them an extra 15 minutes a day at home with their children and their spouse, that’ll help.”
On education, Bell, who coaches the tennis team at Freedom High School in Loudoun, said he’s against fees for after-school activities.
www2.insidenova.com/isn/news/politics/article/bell_focus_should_be_on_everyday_issues/44393/
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Transportation, Economy Top Issues At Chamber Forum
Posted Oct 01 at 9 PM
John Bell said he would like to see Virginia take on some of the transportation policies used in other states, like Missouri's practical design standards where roads in areas of bedrock would be laid on top of the rock instead of spending the money to blast through."They saved half a billion dollars doing that and now three other states have adopted that method," Bell said.
Bell said it was time for the state to go back to the 2002 Wilder Commission report, which made recommendations on how to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of state government, and see if any of its points that had not been initiated could now be done. Bell said several times he was committed to "growing the tax base, not the tax rate" and Virginia should be looking to different industries, such as alternative energy and automated medical records, for job growth.
www.leesburg2day.com/articles/2009/10/01/news/fp30chamber100109.txt
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Bell pushes Marshall on social issues in debate
Posted Sep 23 at 10 PM
Manassas News & Messenger
BY JONATHAN HUNLEY - JHUNLEY@INSIDENOVA.COM
Published: September 23, 2009It wasn’t until the candidates questioned each other that the debate got a bit fiery.
John Bell, the Democratic challenger for the 13th District seat in the House of Delegates, asked Del. Robert G. “Bob” Marshall why he has focused on social issues such as abortion, suggesting other matters are more important.
But Marshall, arguably the General Assembly’s most prominent conservative, quickly shot back using a name not thrown around lightly in the Old Dominion.
“Who dealt with the question of right to life?” the western Prince William County Republican asked. “A fellow named Thomas Jefferson. The first right that he talked about in the Declaration of Independence was life — liberty, the pursuit of happiness.”
The candidates differed on issues — including sin taxes, transportation funding and Virginia’s use of federal stimulus money — in a 50-minute debate held Tuesday night by the Prince William Committee of 100.
The nonpartisan Committee of 100, which puts on forums throughout the year, conducted debates for the 13th and 50th House districts at the Four Points by Sheraton outside Manassas.
On the issue of sin taxes, Bell said the state should study privatizing its liquor stores, a move touted this year by GOP gubernatorial candidate Robert F. McDonnell, as a way to pay for transportation projects.
“I believe in free markets,” said Bell, a finance officer during his career in the Air Force. “I believe in capitalism.”
Marshall, however, said taxes should be used for revenue generation, not “behavior modification.”
He said that a proposal this year would have taxed the movies hotel guests watch in rooms.
Because some of those films are pornographic, Marshall said he asked on the House floor if that was really the way the state wanted to make money:“Is this the road to Hell, or the road to, you know, fixing our roads?”
The candidates agreed that fixing those roads would be easier if the state used money allocated for transportation for only that use. Too often, they said, Virginia’s pot of road money is raided for other needs.
“I’ve been stuck in traffic all over the place in this district, and I’m sure you have, too,” Bell said. “This is a problem, and we have to fix it.”
He faulted his opponent, though, for suing a transportation authority that would have generated revenue for Northern Virginia roads.
But Marshall said that unelected groups shouldn’t be able to raise taxes, and the Virginia Supreme Court last year ruled that he was correct.
He said a Bell campaign document said he bragged about killing the creation of transportation authorities here and in Hampton Roads.
“Right,” he said. “It’s illegal. It’s unconstitutional.”
In another money matter, Bell applauded Virginia’s use of federal stimulus funds, while Marshall said the money, considering the global economy, really comes from “Red China, the communists and from the Middle East.”
“I don’t think Virginia should balance its budget with foreign dictators doing it,” he said.
The rivals for the seat that represents parts of Prince William and Loudoun counties did agree on some matters. Those included the merits of privatizing highway rest areas and budget earmarks.
And they even talked fashion after Tuesday’s event. Marshall, sporting a blue Oxford and red tie, told Bell that those colors show up well from the debate stage.
Staff writer Jonathan Hunley can be reached at 703-369-5738.
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Blue Virginia Notices Marshall's Wrong Priorities
Posted Sep 23 at 6 PM
Today, a BlueVirginia blogger noticed another example of Bob Marshall's wrong priorities. In the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce candidate questionnaire, Bob Marshall decided to discuss divisive social issues while (ret.) Major John Bell talked about reducing our commutes, protecting our schools, and helping small businesses grow our economy. Major Jonh Bell has the right priorities and the right values. He's the leader we need.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2009
POSTED BY LOWELL AT 4:49 PM"Sideshow Bob" vs. John Bell in Their Own Words
From the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce’s candidate questionnaire (click to "embiggen") for the 13th House of Delegates district. This pretty much sums it up: one candidate ("Sideshow Bob" Marshall) focused on his narrow, divisive, extreme social agenda; the other candidate, Major (ret.) John Bell focused on the economy, jobs, transportation, education, things that matter for people who live in his district. This is not a tough choice...
www.bluevirginia.us/2009/09/sideshow-bob-vs-john-bell-in-their-own.html
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John Bell Remembering the Fallen on 9/11
Posted Sep 11 at 4 PM
Eight short years ago our freedoms were attacked. Buildings crumbled as terrorists who oppose our way of life took aim at the vibrancy of America. I’ll never forget that day.
But today it is time to remember those who perished needlessly at the hands of terrorists who oppose our way of life. Today, we will pray for those who died and the families and friends of those we lost.
We should also remember to thank our first responders who, despite the inherent risk, put themselves in harm’s way every day. And for those who have taken it upon themselves to defend our nation, including my own children who have served and who I am so proud of; my never-ending gratitude is with you always.
- John Bell
Exclusive interview with John Bell - the man who will beat Bob Marshall
Posted Aug 24 at 12 PM
Republican Bob Marshall has proven over his 18 year career to be one of the most extreme social conservatives in the House of Delegates. The good news is that this year he is opposed by a Democratic candidate, John Bell, who exudes reasonableness, common sense and moderation - the polar opposite of what the residents of the 13th district (covering parts of Loudon and Prince William Counties) have come to expect from "Sideshow Bob". In the following interview, John Bell expounds on his "call to service" and his vision for working to solve the real problems that bedevil his constituents.
VA race worth your attention - John Bell for Delegate
Posted Jul 31 at 12 PM
A Virginia race worth your attention - John Bell for Delegate
by teacherken
Fri Jul 31, 2009 at 06:24:05 AM PDT"Increasingly...the Northern Virginia region is tilting blue. That includes the 13th Delegate District. And given the particular and peculiar focus Bob Marshall has had in his 9 terms, assisting John Bell to defeat has the added benefit of rejecting the use of social issues to divide us from one another."
Read more by clicking here
Thank you Congressman Connolly and Delegate Ebbin!
Posted Jul 27 at 4 PM
We had a great fundraiser with Congressman Connolly and Delegate Ebbin last night! Yet again, we witnessed just how much support John Bell has and how hungry residents of the 13th district are for change! Del. Ebbin reminded us how much of a roadblock to equality Bob Marshall has been in Richmond and Rep. Connolly gave an exciting and poignant speech about why John Bell is the right man to lead the 13th district in a new direction focused on the issues that are most important to people's everyday lives: fixing our economy, funding education, and reducing our commute times.
Thank you to our hosts Rep. Connolly and Del. Ebbin!
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Kurt Gonska
Campaign Manager
Campaign HQ Opening a Huge Success!
Posted Jul 11 at 9 PM
Today was an all around great day! The campaign officially opened it's headquarters (14522 John Marshall Hwy, Gainesville) and held a BBQ for friends and supporters. Over 80 volunteers attended and engaged in great conversation. We're all determined to turn the 13th district blue and finally have a representative that reflects the people of today's Loudoun and Prince William counties. Take a look at the pictures in our photo gallery!
Contact our Field Director, Jared Madison, if you weren't able to attend today but would like to stop in for a tour! (jared.j.madison@gmail.com)
Loudoun Independent Spotlights 13th District
Posted Jul 06 at 1 PM
Each member of the Virginia House of Delegates faces election every 2 years. In 2009, Loudoun will cast their votes for Virginia Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General, but they will also vote for their respective representative to the House of Delegates.
Five delegate districts represent Loudoun County. Each incumbent delegate is facing an opponent of the opposite political party with the exception of Delegate Joe May, who is unopposed.
To help serve as a barometer of the strengths of the various campaigns, the following provides a listing of the candidates’ success with fundraising and on certain social networking websites. Like all social media sites, the numbers keep rising and represent numbers gathered on June 30.
Facebook: This figure shows the number of “supporters,” “fans,” or “friends” that each candidate has on Facebook.
Twitter: Still something of an elite tool among politicians, this year has seen a leap forward among those using the micro-blogging site. The site allows users to “follow” other users and receive updates on their activities or thoughts.
Each candidate is required to file reports with the Board of Elections showing donations in excess of $100. The Virginia Public Access Project uses these records to make these reports easily accessible to the public at www.vpap.org.
Contributions: This figure represents the amount of money raised by the candidate in the first two quarters of 2009. Note that many of these candidates have a long history in politics, and have also carried over funds from earlier fundraising or campaign events.
Cash on Hand: This number represents the funds remaining open to the candidate as of May 27 (end of second quarter.)
13th District
John Bell (D)
Facebook: 382 Supporters, 461 Friends
Contributions: $126,109
Cash on Hand: $75,270
http://johnbell2009.com
Bob Marshall (R)*
Facebook: 322 Supporters, 150 Friends
Twitter: 168 Followers
Cash on Hand: $20,303
Ending Balance: $57,922
To read the article in its enitirety please visit: www.loudouni.com/news/-dartboard/2009-07-01/election-2009-numbers
Congratulations Creigh and Jody
Posted Jun 10 at 3 PM
I would like to congratulate Creigh Deeds and Jody Wagner on a well fought campaign. I believe that both Creigh and Jody have the knowledge and experience to create new jobs, improve our schools to be the best in the country, and solve the transportation issues that effect Northern Virginia. It is time for Democrats across our Commonwealth to come together and work for a better tomorrow.New Dominion Project Highlights 13th District
Posted Jun 07 at 1 PM
"Bob Marshall is an enigma behind a Nikon. After coming within a hair of defeating Jim Gilmore for the right to lose to Mark Warner, Marshall, already unpopular within his caucus, was shunned by a good portion of the Richmond establishment. Marshall, hero of the conservative wing, forced a politically untenable vote on autism benefits by using a rarely-heard motion to discharge. It seems that the establishment abandoment has taken its toll on fundraising, as Marshall was outraised 2-1 in the last six weeks, pulling in only $18,000. With John Bell already amassing an $18,000 cash on hand advantage in a district that is slowly slipping from Republican grasp, Marshall's time may be up--but those who have watched him know he won't go down without a fight."
Swing State Project Highlights 13th District
Posted Jun 07 at 1 PM
"13th (Loudoun, Prince William) - Bob Marshall is a far-right culture warrior in a rapidly-expanding exurban district. He trounced Bruce Roemmelt in 2005 and 2007, but Air Force vet John Bell looks to be a stronger challenger. Marshall will have to fight the increasing Democratic strength in this district -- after leaning Republican for years, it voted narrowly for Obama in 2008."
We Did it Again!
Posted Jun 02 at 4 PM
I want to report exciting news to you: We've surpassed every one's expectations yet again! In the last few days we turned in our 2nd financial report and just yesterday we found out that we are near the top of the list for Democratic challengers! That makes two reporting periods in a row!
Even more impressive, we raised almost twice as much as our opponent Del. Bob Marshall and have 30% more cash on hand than him.
Voters are tired of do-nothing-Delegate Bob Marshall. It's time we fire Bob Marshall and finally have a Delegate who will focus on transportation, education, and making the economy work for you again.
Thank you for all of your support. I can't do this without you!
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John Bell
John Bell Graduates from Prestigious Sorensen Institute
Posted May 22 at 11 PM
Here's yet another example of how hard John is working to bring real representation to the 13th district.
Last weekend, John spent a couple extremely informative days and nights at the University of Virginia's Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership candidate training program.
From http://www.sorenseninstitute.org/ :
The Candidate Training Program is focused on giving participants the knowledge and practical skills they will need to build a winning campaign from the ground up. The program may include in-depth coverage of the following:
Message Development and Delivery
Ethics in Campaigns
Planning and Budgeting
Direct Mail
Organizing an Effective Field Operation and GOTV (get out the vote)
Election Law in Virginia
Fundraising
Virginia Politics
Opposition Research
Crisis Management
Media 101
Online Campaigning
Dealing with Stresses on Candidates and their Families
Roles and Responsibilities of Candidates, Managers, and ConsultantsJohn Bell has a HUGE Fundraising Quarter!
Posted Apr 25 at 1 PM
WOW! What a start to this campaign! People in the 13th district and across the Commonwealth of Virginia really came together to make a statement: It is time to fire Bob Marshall!
I'm thrilled to report that my campaign raised over $92,000 from 300+ donors in the first quarter of fund raising. That makes us one of the top 5 rasiers among Democratic challengers in Virginia!
Our campaign has gained an amazing amount of momentum because good people like you donated money and time to make sure this campaign got off to a tremendous start. We did this with the help of people like Mark Lowham, Diane Greene, Angela Moody, and hundreds of other concerned citizens that want better representation for the 13th district.
However, this is only the beginning. My campaign is kicking off door knocking and house party efforts this month. We are going to need a team effort to fire Bob Marshall from office. I'm excited to create a community effort that will bring reasoned and accountable representation from the 13th district to the House of Delegates.
To help me knock doors or host a house party this month please
Thank you so much for your encouragement and support. I look forward to working with you towards a new direction for Virginia!
Thank you,
John Bell
VAFREE Focuses on 13th District Race
Posted Apr 03 at 12 PM
When legislators created the new 13th District in 2001, western Price William and southern Loudoun counties were growing but were still full of farms and fields. Today, the 13th has swelled with new subdivisions and new voters to become the largest House district in Virginia.These newcomers have altered both the lifestyle and voting habits of this once reliably red district. Surprisingly, John McCain managed only a razor-thin victory here in 2008 with more than 65,000 votes cast. Democrat Mark Warner captured 58% of the vote en route to the U.S. Senate. The tally might have been even higher if more voters weren't stuck in traffic: A Census Bureau study found that residents of Bristow endure an average commute of 45 minutes, the worst in the nation.
Despite a shifting electorate, Marshall has maintained a steady, conservative base of support since first being elected in 1991. He is a strident conservative, and a Roman Catholic who crusades against abortion and homosexuality. He is now to the right of his district, and according to Marshall, was to the right of former Gov. Jim Gilmore, whom he challenged for a Senate nomination in 2008. To prove his God-fearing credentials, Marshall implored the beer-saturated crowd at the usually jovial Shad Planking last April to recite the Lord's Prayer before his speech.
Voters in the 13th District who know Marshall often describe him as thoughtful, especially on environmental issues, if somewhat quirky in personality and dogmatic on social issues. Voters who do not know Marshall will be the question mark in this race. Democratic challenger John Bell is a retired Air Force Major who served as a canvassing captain for the Obama campaign. His network of field organizers may give him a step up in identifying what is becoming an uncertain electorate in this district that straddles two of Virginia’s fastest growing counties.
www.vafree.com/uploads/H%2013%20VAREE%20CAMPAIGN%20SUMMARY(1).pdf
John Bell Coaches Freedom Tennis to Victory
Posted Apr 03 at 12 PM
Freedom achieves milestone tennis victory
By Jason S. Rufner
Source: Loudoun Times-Mirror
FRIDAY, APRIL 3 2009Freedom's boys' tennis coach John Bell called Thursday's 5-4 home victory against Loudoun County "the biggest win in our history."
On an overcast afternoon in South Riding, the match between the Eagles and Raiders was as even as possible. The sides had split six singles and two doubles matches.
The decisive match at No. 1 doubles was tied at 8-8 and headed for a tiebreaker.
The Eagles' Siddarth Dutta and Mike Phillips looked across the court at the Raiders' Peter Satagaj and Sid Lord. Four seniors would decide whether a program that had never won a team match before 2008 would beat a program three years removed from a state championship.
It took eight points for Dutta and Phillips to win the first-to-seven tiebreak, and the Eagles' boys' tennis program had achieved a new height.
"Loudoun County's a great program, and congratulations to them," said Bell, who was an assistant before assuming the head job this year.
"But I'm really proud of us. This is the biggest win in our history. Our players played very well. I'm very proud of our No. 1 doubles."
Dutta and Phillips came back from a 5-0 County advantage to force the tiebreaker, with Satagaj -- the only Raider remaining from the 2006 state title -- determined to avenge the 8-0 defeat Dutta had handed him earlier on the same court. Dutta had never beaten Satagaj before in more than half a dozen matchups.
"They believed they could win the whole time. They never gave up," said Bell of his top doubles combo. "I told them when they were down to just win one game, just get yourself on the scoreboard. Then go ahead and win two, get a foundation. Before you knew it, they were back in the match and they had the confidence that they could win."
The Raiders suffer their first defeat of the season, falling to 3-1 in the Dulles District. The Eagles climb to 2-1 in district play.
www.loudountimes.com/news/2009/apr/03/eagles-achieve-milestone-victory/
Gainesville Group to Host Candidate John Bell
Posted Mar 11 at 9 AM
John Bell, a Democratic candidate in the 13th District of the House of Delegates, will speak at the March 14 Gainesville Group meeting at 2 p.m.
Bell is a retired member of the United States Air Force, serving for more than 25 years before retiring in 2007.
During his Air Force career, Bell was an international Finance Officer; his tours included Southwest Asia, where he supported operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Gainesville Group is made up of community activists and former Obama campaign volunteers based in western Prince William County. Their motto is"Democrats for Country, County, Service."
For the full article CLICK HERE
Democrats Strategize to Regain House Control
Posted Mar 05 at 10 PM
"Democrats are targeting the seat of Del. Jeffrey M. Frederick, who represents the increasingly Democratic eastern part of the county. Frederick, chairman of the state Republican Party, is giving up his post. But his wife, Amy, may run for the GOP nomination. Republicans also expect Democrats to invest heavily in campaigns against Del. Robert G. Marshall (Prince William) or Jackson H. Miller (Manassas). "
for the full article go to:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/03/AR2009030304048.html
Democrats Line Up Challengers For House of Delegates
Posted Feb 21 at 11 PM
By Dan Roem @ The Gainesville Times
February 14, 2009 - 2:14pm
One of Prince William County Democratic Committee chairman Peter Frisbie's primary responsibilities is recruiting candidates for this year's House of Delegate races. This is the last local election cycle before redistricting following the 2010 census.
In the 13th District, which covers most of western Prince William County, South Riding resident John Bell is taking on 17-year incumbent Republican Bob Marshall. Marshall has been a target of Democrats for years as he is among the most socially and fiscally conservative members of the House.
Bell is a retired Air Force finance officer and was a canvassing captain for Barack Obama last year, according to his official Web site.
"We probably have more folks in western Prince William County who are ... willing to work harder than any other legislative district in the county" to defeat Marshall, said Frisbie. Volunteer numbers have shot up from being in the hundreds to now being in the thousands, said Frisbie.
For the full article go to:
http://www.gainesville-times.com/news/2009/feb/14/democrats-line-challengers-house-delegates-seats/A Dubious Distinction: The Longest Ride in U.S.
Posted Feb 03 at 9 PM
We knew the traffic was bad in the 13th District, but the worst in the nation?
A Dubious Distinction: The Longest Ride in U.S. www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2009/02/03/ST2009020300093.html
Pr. William Enclave Has Lengthiest Commute In Nation; Three Others in Area Make Top 12 - The Washington Post, 2/3/2009 (front page)18 years of Bob Marshall and what do you get? The longest average commute in the country.
It's time for a change. Make a contribution and volunteer to help elect John Bell to the Virginia House of Delegates. He'll get Bristow (and the rest of us) moving again.
South Riding Dem Files to Challenge Marshall
Posted Jan 19 at 2 AM
Living in LoCo
By Erica Garman at 12:00 p.m., January 9, 2009In yesterday’s post, I made mention of rumors that a South Riding candidate was considering a run against Del. Bob Marshall (R-13) -- but I couldn’t get confirmation.Well, this morning, I got word from the candidate himself.
Retired Air Force Major John Bell is filing today to run as a Democrat for the 13th District of the Virginia General Assembly in November.
Bell currently works as an economic business analyst with MITRE Corporation and most recently served as a volunteer canvassing captain for the Obama campaign. He lives in South Riding with his wife and son.
“I’m focused on helping people in the 13th with issues that impact their day-to-day lives,” he said to me in an interview today. “I’ll work on transportation issues, school funding and the economic crisis. There’s an alarming rate of foreclosures in this area.”
Read the rest of the story here.
