Author: Potomac Local News

Corey A. Stewart, Republican faces steep competition on November 6 race. According to a September press release, Sen. Tim Kaine held “double-digit leads over Republican nominee Corey Stewart (R) among both registered and likely voters.” In a recent letter, one resident cited local land use issues that could also affect Stewart’s outcomes. But it’s not over  until it’s over. Stewart still has a loyal base of followers and voters.

We sent survey questions to Stewart and all local candidates running in the upcoming election. Below are Stewart’s responses.

Matt J. Waters, Libertarian for Senate, joined the race against incumbent Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican Corey Stewart because of his concern over federal spending. He faces an uphill battle against the two other candidates who have been entrenched in the national political scene and spotlight via their respective parties.

We sent survey questions to Waters and all local candidates running in the upcoming election. Below are Waters’ responses.

Republican Congressman J. “Rob” Wittman (incumbent) has been at the forefront of the local races, participating in debates and forums like the one in October at University of Mary Washington. Not afraid to tackle controversial questions, he does face competition by Vangie A. Williams (D) who has made a name and following of her own.

Locally, there are at least three congressional races in Prince William, Stafford, and Manassas:

Incumbent Sen. Timothy M. Kaine (D) has not been afraid to voice his opinion on controversy, most recently in his push to gain federal protection for school drinking water. According to a September press release, Kaine held “double-digit leads over Republican nominee Corey Stewart (R) among both registered and likely voters.”

That could change, however, come November 6.

Rep. Gerald Edward Connolly, Democratic incumbent, faces a three-way race November 6. He’ll be up against Republican Jeff A. Dove Jr. and Libertarian Stevan M. Porter.

Locally, there are at least three congressional races in Prince William, Stafford, and Manassas: