Updates From George

Thank You!

Because of all your hard work, our campaign was victorious on Tuesday with 53% of the vote.  We won the majority of votes in Alexandria and Fairfax and came very close to winning in Prince William -- an incredible result all around.

I am honored to be able to serve the 39th District again in Richmond.  I promise to continue listening, and to continue getting things done on a wide variety of issues for Northern Virginia.  If you have any ideas for potential legislation, please send them my way before the next legislative session begins in January.  Some of the best ideas for my bills have originated from constituents.

Lastly, I would like to thank my incredible staff and the volunteers who donated time, money, support, and energy for their hand in this victory.  I truly could not have done it without you.

I look forward to working with you for the next four years.

Vote Today

Election Day is here!  Polls are open from 6am to 7pm.  Click here (site: http://tinyurl.com/VoteVA11) to double-check your polling place in case it may have changed.  And of course, thanks so much for your support, and your vote.

If you need a ride to the polls or have any questions about voting, please give us a call at (703) 303-1426.

The Home Stretch

Just hours from now, polls will open and voters will decide what type of leadership they want for Northern Virginia.

I thank you for the opportunity to represent you the past four years.  I am honored to have been your Senator and ask for your vote Tuesday so that I can continue working on your behalf in the legislature.

When I have gone door-to-door each year visiting you, you told me your concerns and said what you wanted me to do.  I have listened, and you have helped me be an effective Senator.  I have gotten many bills passed that originated from ideas suggested by you.  I have worked hard.  Working with other legislators and the Governor, we have gotten things done.

I have spent the last four years fighting to improve the quality of life here in Northern Virginia.  I have protected school funding and passed legislation that helps more kids go to college.  I have worked to fund transportation so that we can relieve gridlock and get our region moving.  I have fought to support our veterans.  Just this year, working with members of both parties, I voted for a balanced budget that passed unanimously and had a surplus.   I also partnered with the Governor to get legislation passed to attract more high-paying jobs to the area.

To get real results I have worked with Democrats, Republicans, and Governor McDonnell.  It's that type of cooperation that allowed me to pass over 20 pieces of legislation last session -- the most of any Northern Virginia Senator.  It's also why I have been endorsed by groups like the National Federation of Independent Businesses, the Northern Virginia Technology Council, local teachers, firefighters, and the Washington Post.

I would be honored to receive your vote on Tuesday so that I can continue working for you.  Thank you for the opportunity to serve you the past four years.  I pledge to continue working hard on your behalf if you send me back to Richmond.

If you're unsure of where to vote, if you need any information about the election, or if you'd like to volunteer with the campaign, please click the links below.  See you on Tuesday!

Endorsed by the 'Washington Post'

This morning, I was proud to be endorsed by the Washington Post for re-election as a "thoughful moderate."  Here is an excerpt:

In the upper house of Virginia’s General Assembly, Senate Democrats have been the grown-ups in Richmond.  The role was forced on them by House Republicans, who have sent over waves of reckless legislation.

George L. Barker, a bright health-care expert who is the Democratic incumbent, is the clear pick for two reasons.  First, he has been heavily involved in local and community issues for years.  Second, he is one of the more effective, pragmatic lawmakers in Richmond, with a proven record of pushing through bills to lure firms to Northern Virginia and extend tax relief to the elderly and disabled people.

You can read the full endorsement over here.

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