Virginia: Statewide Elections

Michael J. Meunier (R)
Age: 37
Residence: Bristow Village, Annandale.
Education: Associate's degree, Northern Virginia Community College; BS, mechanical engineering, Virginia Tech.
Occupation: Chief executive, Xtenfer Inc.
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Extra-curricular activities:
Founder, Center for Freedom in the Middle East; founder, U.S. Copts Association; member, Coalition for the Defense of Human Rights; past president, National Society of Professional Engineers, Virginia Tech.

Why should voters elect you?
"Our taxes are too high and keep increasing, our transportation woes have gotten worse and gang violence is on the rise. It's time for a change."

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"Traffic congestion on our roadways affects us all, hurting our economy and stealing time from our families. Northern Virginia needs to speak as one voice to get the funding we need, and we haven't been doing it. I will reach across the aisle to work with members of both parties to solve our transportation issues. Also, our money must be spent wisely. We need to overhaul VDOT and inject new ideas into transportation planning. I support creative ideas like HOT lanes, widening current roads, bus rapid transit and pre-placed emergency teams to deal with traffic accidents quickly."
Web site: www.michaelmeunier.com
Email address: mike@michaelmeunier.com

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