Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Tuesday night fundraiser draws long list of Democratic elected officials and activists
Democratic state Senate candidate Barbara Favola accused her opponent of running a “stealth campaign” and avoiding questions on tough issues at a fundraiser Tuesday night in the Ashton Heights community. Favola didn’t mention McLean Republican Caren Merrick by name, but she did criticize mail pieces circulating in the district on Merrick’s behalf for not identifying the candidate as a Republican except in the fine print. “She is a very conservative Republican. She is not a moderate Republican. She is a Tea Party Republican,” Favola said. Favola, an Arlington County Board member, accused Merrick of refusing to give a direct answer on raising taxes, either to invest in education or transportation. She also said Merrick would not directly …
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Forum for Three Senate Races
Candidates in three state senate races fielded questions from constituents at a candidates’ brunch at Beth El Hebrew Congregation in Alexandria on Sunday. The brunch was hosted by the Brotherhood of Beth El Congregation. 36th District candidates Jeff Frederick and Sen. Toddy Puller. 39th District candidates Miller Baker and Sen. George Barker. 31st District candidate Barbara Favola. It was announced that Favola's Republican opponent Caren Merrick had declined the invitation. Immigration, transportation, HOT lanes, and BRAC were discussed at length. In an attempt to keep the neighbors informed about candidates in the upcoming election, here is a report on the forum taken from reports by Woodrdige Patch and The Washington Times. “I am very…
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Top McLean News Last Week
Monday, August 22 -Traffic Update: Expect continued overnight closures on the Capital Beltway in Tysons Corner and the Silver Line metro construction and HOT lanes construction continues. -Lewinsville Bridge: In case you missed our story on Saturday, the new Lewinsville Road Bridge officially opens for business today. -McLean resident Charles R. Proctor, who died of cancer in July, was remembered for his service, compassion and caring during a memorial service on Saturday. Tuesday August 23 -Well-known McLean Neighbors Participate in MLK Memorial Events. MLK memorial to be dedicated Sunday. A milestone. -Vote Today. Primary day and McLean residents can vote in two races. See you at the polls. -Recent McLean Crime. Grand larceny in Tysons …
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Washington Post Story
The "mudslinging" Democratic primary in the Virginia Senate district that includes McLean even attracted the attention of The Washington Post last week. "... It’s one of the most heated, unpleasant races in recent memory," said the Post story diving into the race that pits Arlington County board member Barbara A. Favola against lawyer Jaime Areizaga-Soto. The primary is Aug. 23.* “It’s much more negative than Arlington is used to, and it’s unfortunate that both candidates have gone down this road,” said Del. Patrick A. Hope (D-Arlington), who considered running for the 31st District seat and is staying neutral in the primary. “I wish they would focus on the issues,” the Post said. "Just as car accidents draw gawkers, the contest to succeed…
Mac
11:54 am on Tuesday, October 4, 2011
I saw Caren at the MPA ArtFest at McLean Central Park this weekend! There was a great crowd! more ›