With Back-to-School nights beginning, parents deserve to hear from the candidates regarding the schools that serve their children. I am optimistic about our schools, but not complacent. I believe that strong schools like ours in Northern Virginia must stay vigilant when it comes to protecting their resources from Richmond politicians who fail to honor the value of a first-class education. As your public servant, I will never vote to cut Virginia schools. Ever.
NEW Video -Eric Clingan, “LeMunyon voted to cut Virginia schools. I won’t. Ever.”
With Back-to-School nights beginning, parents deserve to hear from the candidates regarding the schools that serve their children. I am optimistic about our schools, but not complacent. I believe that strong schools like ours in Northern Virginia must stay vigilant when it comes to protecting their resources from Richmond politicians who fail to honor the value of a first-class education. As your public servant, I will never vote to cut Virginia schools. Ever.
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