Jim Gilchrist (D)
Office Sought: Maryland State House, District 17
Age: 41
Residence: Rockville.
Education: BA, English, Grinnell College; MBA, business economics and public policy, George Washington University.
Occupation: Policy analyst, Montgomery County Office of Intergovernmental Relations.
Web site: http://electgilchrist.com
E-mail address: jimgil@comcast.net
Elected offices/civic activities:
Past chairman, Alliance of Rockville Neighborhood Associations; vice president, board of directors, Americana Centre Condominiums; past precinct chair and area coordinator, Montgomery County Democratic Party; treasurer, Alliance of Rockville Citizens; mem
Why should voters elect you?
"Fifteen years in the public and private sectors has prepared me to push for better educational opportunities, more accessible health care and a cleaner environment."
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"Education is the most urgent issue facing our state and our county. Our schools need good, well-paid teachers and support staff that will help families prepare their children for the many opportunities they will have in their lives. School construction and renovation funds need to be increased to give our school system a good environment for both teaching and learning. A strong educational system, both kindergarten through high school and higher education, will prepare our community to solve problems like the need for more accessible health care, better transportation and a cleaner environment."
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