Alexandria – The political action arm of the Northern Virginia Technology Council, whose 1,100 member companies represent more than 200,000 employees, announced Friday that it endorses Del. David Englin (D-45) for re-election to the House of Delegates in this year’s election Nov. 3.

“Northern Virginia Technology Council’s TechPAC is pleased to endorse David’s re-election to the Virginia House of Delegates.  He has been an advocate for issues of importance to Northern Virginia’s technology community, including long-term transportation funding initiatives,” said Dendy Young, NVTC TechPAC chairman.  “We look forward to working with him to build a better technology future.”

“These high-tech businesses are the backbone of Northern Virginia’s economy, and their success has helped our region weather the recession better than most,” said Englin.  “I especially appreciate NVTC’s advocacy for responsible, long-term transportation solutions so we can protect our economy and our quality of life without putting public education, public safety, heath care, and the environment at risk.  I’m honored to have such strong support from our area’s business community, and I look forward to continuing our work together to make life better for individuals and families throughout the Commonwealth.” [Read more...]

The current editions of the Alexandria Gazette Packet and the Alexandria Times include this letter to the editor sharing examples of how hard David works for his constituents:

To the Editor:

As a political Independent who has supported both Democrats and Republicans, I appreciate your coverage of the 45th District House of Delegates race, and I have been deeply disappointed to read the attacks on Delegate David Englin.

On my first day in my new home in Old Town in 2005, David knocked on my door to introduce himself, and he asked me if there was anything he could do for me.  With no small degree of skepticism for the outcome I said yes, there was.  To my surprise and delight he did all that he promised to do and more.

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Alexandria – The advocacy arm of America’s most trusted provider of reproductive health care today announced that it endorses Del. David Englin (D-45) for re-election to the House of Delegates in this year’s election Nov. 3.

“Planned Parenthood is proud to endorse David Englin for Delegate,” said Jessica Honke, Director of Public Policy, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia. “As a member of the Virginia House of Delegates he has consistently supported quality health care for women, comprehensive sex education to keep our young people healthy, and a commitment to investing in prevention programs including family planning services, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment and breast cancer screenings. At a time when more and more families in Virginia are uninsured and under financial strain, we need elected officials like Delegate Englin who will stand up for health care, not create barriers.”

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An overflow turnout of Team Englin volunteers converged on Campaign Central (a.k.a.: David and Shayna’s home) last night for another successful evening of grassroots action, followed by an impromptu speech-watching party as the assembled crowd was inspired by President Obama’s address to Congress demanding action on health care reform.

“Thanks to your hard work, we reached hundreds of voters at their doors, on the phones, and in the mail, and we assembled hundreds of yard signs,” said David.  “With friends like you working so hard for our collective future, I’m confident we will win on Nov. 3.”

David spent the early part of the evening knocking on doors and talking with voters in the Arlington part of the 45th District, and then he met with the Fairlington Citizens Association to discuss how they can help protect our neighborhoods from the I-395/95 HOT Lanes project.

Join us at an upcoming Volunteer Night, Back-to-School Night, or weekend door-to-door canvass. Click here for the various grassroots opportunities over the coming weeks.

The latest editions of the Alexandria Gazette Packet and the Arlington Connection include this letter to the editor setting the record straight in response to Republican attacks on David’s leadership on the statewide smoke-free restaurants bill, which goes into effect Dec. 1.

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The campaign is heating up, so can you please join us on Wednesday, September 9?  We have lots of work to do: yard signs to assemble, envelopes to stuff, doors to knock on, phone calls to make — there’s something for everyone!

Here are the details: Team Englin Volunteer Night, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Wednesday, September 9, 1505 Wayne St, Alexandria (map)

Election Day is just eight weeks away, so we need your help now more than ever!  As always, you bring your grassroots energy and commitment to progress, and we’ll provide everything else, including food and beverages. Contact us at 703-549-3203 or gro.nilgnedivadnull@ofni to let us know you can make it.

Thank you for standing with Team Englin as we fight side by side for the future of our families, our community, and our Commonwealth.

Alexandria - The Virginia Coalition of Police and Deputy Sheriffs, which represents state police officers, deputies and local police officers throughout the Commonwealth, announced today that it endorses Del. David Englin (D-45) for re-election to the House of Delegates in this year’s election Nov. 3.

“Delegate Englin’s time in uniform gives him a special understanding of the problems and challenges facing law enforcement professionals and their families,” said Marshall Thielen, President, Fairfax Coalition of Police, Local 5000.  “There are many important issues that face our public safety personnel throughout our state, and we are confident that David will continue helping us address them.  We look forward to working with David when he returns to the House of Delegates.”

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