Kathleen Dumais* (D)
Office Sought: Maryland State House, District 15
Age: 47
Residence: Rockville.
Education: BA, public affairs and government, communications, Mount Vernon College; JD, University of Maryland.
Occupation: State delegate, lawyer.
Web site: None given.
E-mail address: kdumais@paleyrothman.com
Elected offices/civic activities:
Member, Maryland House of Delegates, 2003-present; member, Montgomery County Criminal Justice Coordinating Commission, advisory committee of the Jewish Council Against Domestic Violence, board of directors of Montgomery County Bar Foundation; past preside
Why should voters elect you?
"I am a strong, hard-working advocate with proven leadership ability in the House of Delegates and the legal profession."
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"Clearly, ensuring that Montgomery County receives a fair share of state funds for education is critical. As the daughter of a former Montgomery County principal, I am keenly aware of the value and importance of a good education. Thornton must be fully funded, including the Geographic Cost of Education Index. We need to continue to increase the amount of funds received for school construction. Montgomery County is a highly regarded school district. But we can and should do more. Excellent education is the cornerstone to our quality of life."
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