Virginia: Statewide Elections

James E. Hyland (R)
Age: 45
Residence: Oakton.
Education: BA, George Washington University; JD, George Mason University School of Law.
Occupation: Attorney, Greenberg Traurig LLP law firm.
Office Sought:

Extra-curricular activities:
President, Friends of the Oakton Library; board member, Courthouse Oaks Homeowners Association; former co-chairman, Providence District, Tom Davis for Congress reelection campaign; GOP candidate for county supervisor, 2003.

Why should voters elect you?
"I have the experience to accomplish things in Richmond. I am loyal to our region and will stand up and fight for Northern Virginia."

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"As a native of Vienna, transportation and rising property taxes are top issues. We need to get our fair share of road and school funding from Richmond that will allow us to reduce our property taxes and invest in more transportation solutions. With better representation, we can end the so-called 'Richmond ripoff' once and for all. We also need to get serious about tackling the rising number of gangs operating in our area, because TV commercials, posters and pamphlets are not getting the job done."
Web site: www.jimhyland.com
Email address: jim@jimhyland.com

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