(Woodbridge, VA) — Delegate Jennfer Carroll Foy released the following statement in response to the election of Vice President Biden and Senator Kamala Harris as the United States’ next President and Vice President:
“Over the last few days, we saw democracy at work as passionate Americans cast their ballots and made their voices heard. And after four years of struggle and divisive politics, the people have spoken: We want Joe and Kamala!
“It’s impossible to put into words how thrilled I am that Joe Biden will be our next President. And tonight, I am thinking about kids across the country who are watching Kamala Harris make history as our next Vice President. Her election sends a message to girls across this country that yes, you can also break barriers. Yes, you can be anything you want to be. You can be Madam Vice President.
“The politics of the past have left too many people behind. Now is the time to build back better, together, with working families top of mind. We live in a country that’s hurting, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, but also because for decades leaders have not prioritized everyday Americans. Unemployment, inequality, poor access to healthcare, and a broken criminal justice system aren’t new problems. They’ve existed for a long time, holding vulnerable Virginians back for far too long. We need to work together to find lasting solutions for our communities instead of relying on the failed status quo.
“The pain Donald Trump and his administration inflicted on this country will take time to heal. But with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris at the helm, we will move forward and away from the carnage that defined the last four years. I look forward to being a part of that progress on behalf of all Virginians.”
Jennifer Carroll Foy has dedicated her life to service. As one of the first African American women to graduate from Virginia Military Institute, a former foster mom, a magistrate judge, and public defender, Jennifer has embodied the ideals of community, honor and commitment in every facet of her life. During her time in the legislature, Jennifer has led the way on the Equal Rights Amendment, proudly supported the successful fight to expand Medicaid to 400,000 Virginians, and passed a budget that includes a 3% salary increase for teachers. She is a proud mother to twin three year olds, and wife to her husband Jeff, who she met her first week at VMI.
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