My vote on June 13 will be for Tilly Blanding, the Democratic nominee for District 42. Tilly is a proven fighter and a community leader. She has the progressive voice we need in Richmond. Tilly has been working in this district for almost 30 years, as a social worker, community organizer, and a volunteer for many of our county’s great programs.
I have known Tilly for many years. I recently shared with her that I was laid off from my job after 25+ years of dedicated service. She asked if I still had health coverage because she knows that I have Type 1 Diabetes, and I told her I didn’t qualify for VA Medicaid. Her passion and conviction to fight for Medicaid expansion will help Virginians who need medical care, people like me. I have overcome my circumstance, but that can't be said for everyone. What about veterans, the mentally ill, senior citizens, children and low-income Americans? Tilly will fight for Fairfax families.
Tilly understands the challenges facing our district. She was a social worker for almost three decades at Child Protective Service where she found the solutions needed to protect children from dangerous situations. She also helped found the first three Family Resource Centers in Fairfax County, trained people to become foster parents, and oversaw 13 community-based programs and partnerships. She has lobbied in Richmond for Medicaid expansion, livable wages, and protections for women's rights for many years. Tilly has the tenacity and the fortitude needed to fight for our Democratic values in Richmond.
I know she has my support on June 13 and I urge you to vote for Tilly Blanding, Democrat for Delegate, District 42.
L. C. Carter
Resident of Fairfax County, District 42