Jay Walker (D)
Office Sought: Maryland State House, District 26
Age: 34
Residence: Fort Washington.
Education: BA, political science, Howard University.
Occupation: President, Walker Financial Services; sports analyst, ESPN; retired NFL quarterback.
Web site: http://www.friendsofjaywalker.com
E-mail address: electjay@friendsofjaywalker.com
Elected offices/civic activities:
Member, Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee, 2002-present; founder, Sky Walker Flight School; member, Prince George's Black Chamber of Commerce, NFL Retired Players Association, Coalition of Concerned Black Christian Men, Field Generals Q
Why should voters elect you?
"I will fight for education, economic development, public safety. My leadership and fiscal experience will serve to effectuate change for a better quality of life."
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"Education: We must create a safe learning environment for students and faculty. Schools must be safe so learning can take place. Teachers must be better paid. We must create a strong economic base that provides jobs and opportunities. We need more police officers in Southern Maryland. We are growing rapidly and have mega projects in the works, but we must protect our citizens and improve their quality of life by reducing crime. Transportation for our district must be improved. We need mass transit across the new Woodrow Wilson Bridge to connect Prince George's County to Northern Virginia."
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