(Woodbridge, VA) – Today, Jennifer Carroll Foy received the endorsement of March On, a national grassroots organization focused on empowering women, people of color, and young people to organize their own communities. Last week, Carroll Foy earned the support of major figures including the Sunrise Movement and Rep. Katie Porter. This support builds on endorsements from organizations including Richmond For All, Virginia Justice Democrats, Democracy For All, more unions than any other candidate in the race, and dozens of local Virginia leaders.
“In this field of candidates, Jennifer Carroll Foy’s inspirational candidacy and unwavering commitment to a more just and fair Virginia stands out,” said Vanessa Wruble, Executive Director of March On. “Jennifer has not only broken barriers her entire life, but has an incomparable track record of delivering results for Virginians, from fighting for those who cannot fight for themselves as a public defender and foster mom, to passing legislation like expanding Medicaid and raising the minimum wage as a legislator. She is the only candidate for Governor who is ready to win and lead Virginia forward to a better and brighter future.”
“I am honored to receive the support of March On, an organization that has empowered leaders across the country, including here in Virginia, to organize their own communities and fight for real equity and fairness,” said Jennifer Carroll Foy. “We need to move the Commonwealth forward, not back, and as Governor I will fight to ensure that every Virginian has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.”
Carroll Foy has also built a robust organizing program supported by hundreds of volunteers, and recently announced a several hundred thousand dollar investment in digital persuasion ads—the first investment of its kind from any candidate in the race.
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Jennifer Carroll Foy has dedicated her life to service. As one of the first 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 led the way on the Equal Rights Amendment, proudly supported the successful fight to expand Medicaid to over 500,000 Virginians, and passed a budget that includes a three percent 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.