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Carroll Foy seeks re-election to House of Delegates, touts bipartisanship

Jennifer Carroll Foy is running for re-election to the 2nd District of the House of Delegates. She references her track record of bipartisanship and backing legislation that improves career access and technical education. Name: Jennifer Carroll Foy Party: Democrat Town: Woodbridge Running for: House of Delegates - 2nd District Website: jennifercarrollfoy.org, Twitter, Facebook Work: Attorney Education: Virginia Military Institute, Virginia State University, Thomas Jefferson School of Law Community Involvement: Jennifer Carroll Foy was the first public defender to ever serve in the Virginia General Assembly. She now devotes her time as an attorney advocate representing abused and neglected children in court. She was also a foster mother for eight years. Carroll Foy believes strongly that no child should be without a nurturing home. She started the Foundation for Foster and Orphan Children, a nonprofit committed to building better futures for orphan and foster children. Questions and Answers PL: What are the top three major issues facing the district you wish to represent?  Carroll Foy: 1) The second district has some of the worst traffic in the country. 2) We are seeing a teacher shortage in our public schools with many teachers leaving for districts in Fairfax or Arlington or leaving the profession altogether. 3) There are not enough jobs in Prince William and Stafford, leading many residents to need to travel to DC for work. PL: What concrete solutions do you propose to address these issues? Carroll Foy: 1) I have introduced bills in 2018 and 2019 that would study the possibility of extending the metro to Prince William County. I have also consistently voted for increased funding for transportation. 2) I passed legislation last session that changes licensing requirements for teachers to put more teachers in the classroom. I am also proud to have supported 5% pay increases for teachers. 3) I passed a bill that helps veteran-owned small businesses get access to capital in hopes that they will expand and create jobs in Prince William and Stafford.

PL: From your perspective, what is the job description of the office you’re seeking?

Carroll Foy: My job is to represent everyone in the district, even those who don't share my party affiliation, and deliver real results for everyone that makes our community stronger.

PL: What expertise will you bring to the office? Carroll Foy: I was the first public defender ever elected to the General Assembly, so I bring a different perspective. I am an attorney who represents children in Prince William so I know the struggles that families and children face on a daily basis I was also a foster mother for nearly a decade. Finally, as a graduate of Virginia Military Institute, I know how to work together to execute a common mission.

PL: Do you feel that the average citizen is well-informed and understands the workings of local government?

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