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Kandy Hilliard: Medicaid expansion is a big piece of the puzzle

Kandy Hilliard is no stranger to the political landscape in Stafford County. She served as the Aquia District representative on the Board of Supervisors from 2001 to 2005. 

The Democrat lists helping to secure $30 million in fundng to preserve the Crow's Nest Natural Area, a sprawling wetland area on the Potomac and Accokeek creeks in Stafford County as one of her many accomplishments. 

Today, she's going up against longtime incumbent Republican Bill Howell. He's served the 28th district, which includes portions of Stafford and King George counties, and Fredericksburg, for 27 years. He's also been the Speaker of the House since 2003.

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