March 16, 2012 - 7:00pm
Connolly Blog
60 Days Until St. Patrick's Day
Hannah Molofsky | Jan 12, 2012
It’s that time of the year again -- time for our annual St. Patrick’s Day Fête! For 17 years, my wife Smitty and I have been holding our St. Patrick’s Day Fête as a way for our family, friends and supporters to gather and enjoy Irish food, drink and entertainment. Over the years it has grown from a small gathering of less than 100 people, to last year’s turn out of more than 1,200. Each year continues to out-do the last and, whether you attended in previous years or have never attended, we would love for you to be a part of our celebration this year.
Come join us on Friday, March 16th from 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm at the Kena Temple at 9001 Arlington Blvd in Fairfax for the festivities and to help raise money for our campaign. Tickets start at $40 and include a full Irish dinner of corned-beef, cabbage and other traditional Irish fare. Tickets can be purchased online here. I hope to see you and your family there.
Congressman Connolly's Statement on the Kaine-Allen Debate
Hannah Molofsky | Dec 07, 2011
Congressman Gerry Connolly issued this statement following the Kaine-Allen U.S. Senate debate in Richmond this afternoon:
“Today’s Virginia U.S. Senate debate made it crystal clear that Tim Kaine is the candidate with a vision for Virginia’s future, while George Allen is mired in the past.
“Tim Kaine presented solid proposals to reinvigorate our nation’s economy and ensure global competitiveness. He proudly touted his record of fiscal discipline, balanced budgets, bipartisanship, and economic growth as Governor.
“Sadly, George Allen tried to sidestep his record of failed economic policies that increased the federal deficit. The last thing Washington needs is more of Allen’s style of hyper-partisanship and divisive, dehumanizing politics.
“There is no doubt that Tim Kaine was the victor in this debate."
Season's Greetings
Hannah Molofsky | Nov 29, 2011
This Holiday Season, Please Consider The Less Fortunate and Make a Contribution to a Local Food Bank:
Food for Others Phone: 703- 207-9173
2938 Prosperity Avenue
Fairfax, VA 22031
Action in Community Through Service (ACTS) Phone: 703-441-8606
3900 ACTS Lane
Dumfries, VA 22026
Securing Emergency Resources through Volunteer Efforts (SERVE) Phone: 703-368-2979
10056 Dean Drive
Manassas, VA 20110
Last year the Connolly's adopted their Bichon-Poodle Abigail Adams from the Fairfax County Animal Shelter. If you are one of the many families thinking of adding a cat or dog to your home this holiday season, please consider adopting from your local animal shelter:
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Phone: 703-830-1100
4500 West Ox Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
Prince William County Animal Shelter Phone: 703-792-6465
14807 Bristow Road
Manassas, VA 20112
Northern Virginia Democrats Excel in 2011 Election
Hannah Molofsky | Nov 10, 2011
Democrats in Northern Virginia have a lot to celebrate. Despite the pundit's predictions of huge Republican victories, we re-elected all three targeted senators: George Barker, Toddy Puller, and Dave Marsden. We overcame tough odds, and are proud that these Democrats will continue to serve in the State Senate.
In addition, Democrats were re-elected to the House of Delegates, and we held all of our seats on the Fairfax and Prince William Board of Supervisors and School Board. In fact, not a single incumbent Democrat at any level lost in the 11th District. These results send a powerful message that Northern Virginia wants a re-balancing of the Tea Party victories of 2009 and 2010. Voters strongly rejected ideological extremism and instead came out in support of forward-thinking, results-oriented, pragmatic leadership.
Republicans spent over $5 million trying to take the State Senate. Their negative campaigning couldn't overcome the hard work of thousands of volunteers across the region who made phone calls, knocked doors, and put up yard signs.
Virginia is still a purple state, and will again be very competitive in 2012. Voters will look to candidates with real plans and new ideas for fixing the economy and creating jobs. The campaign for 2012 starts today.
Volunteering with Your State and Local Campaigns
Hannah Molofsky | Sep 13, 2011
Right now, the only thing standing between Virginia and Ken Cuccinelli's radical agenda is the 22-18 Democratic majority in the State Senate. It is critical that every Democrat in the region volunteer to help re-elect our Democratic state senators. We also need to win additional seats on the local board of supervisors, school board, and the Virginia House of Delegates.
Every Democrat we put into office this November brings us a step closer to keeping Virginia a blue state in 2012. The people we elect to local office will not only bring their forward-thinking perspective to our region, but their election will send a powerful national message that a rebalance of tea party victories last fall is now under way.
Can you help our state and local candidates by volunteering a few hours of your time between now and November 8th? They need you to knock on doors, work in the office, make phone calls, put our yard signs, help at festivals, or any other way you can help them win!
We have a terrific slate of Democrats running for office this year. With such great candidates, and the help of volunteers like you, we can keep Northern Virginia blue.
Please sign up to volunteer by clicking here or give the Connolly for Congress Campaign a call at 703-375-9374. We are happy to match you with a campaign in your area.
UPDATE: Connolly Cruisers at the 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure!
Hannah Molofsky | Jun 13, 2011
The Connolly Cruisers came out in record numbers to support the 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure!
Our team won the Politico “State of Pink” challenge for a third consecutive year. The effort to raise awareness and fund breast cancer research is dear to our hearts. Recently, a senior staff member lost his spouse, Jessica, to breast cancer. The Connolly Cruisers dedicated their race efforts in her memory. Congressman Connolly and his staff would like to thank all of the participants and supporters who contributed to the success of this event.
Support the Connolly Cruisers in the Race for the Cure!
Hannah Molofsky | Mar 30, 2011
Join Team Connolly as we participate in the 2011 Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure. On June 4th, The Connolly Cruisers will walk or run the 5k route in an effort to raise awareness and funds to benefit breast cancer research.
Finding a cure for breast cancer is a cause dear to our hearts. With your participation we can make an even bigger difference. Please consider joining our team.
Visit our page to sign up or to donate: http://globalrace.info-komen.org/site/TR/GlobalRaceForTheCure/GlobalRace...
Endorsement Wrap up
Grant Herring | Oct 22, 2010
Gerry Connolly has run the table on major newspaper endorsements in this campaign. Gerry has received the endorsement of every Northern Virginia newspaper that has endorsed, including the The Washington Post, The The Fairfax Times, The Potomac News & Messenger, The Connection Newspapers, The Chronicle Newspapers, and The Falls Church News Press. Read what our local news papers had to say about the race.
Read why our local newspapers have endorsed Gerry Connolly for Congress:
"His command of local issues in Northern Virginia is impressive, as is his forward-looking advocacy for mass transit options to ease traffic."
"Mr. Connolly has established himself as a fiscal moderate, for instance by opposing higher taxes on the wealthy to finance health-care reform. He deserves reelection."
Former Congressman Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly are "savvy, detail-oriented centrists."
"...led the county with vision enthusiasm and direction... seizing the opportunity to make major progress in the environment, transportation"
"[Connolly's] detailed, hands-on experience from his years in local government combined with his intellect and grasp of the complex issues facing his district and the nation position him to accomplish much in Congress as well."
"...Connolly's history of getting things done.'
"He also championed a pro-business environment that was instrumental in attracting at least two Fortune 500 companies to Fairfax and friendly to small businesses."
"His 13 years in county government give him a decided advantage when it comes to identifying local needs and making sure they get to the right people and places."
What they had to say about Keith Fimian:
"Keith Fimian [is] among those Republicans and their radical Tea Party flank" - Falls Church News Press
"Keith S. Fimian, the politically extreme, scantily informed Republican" - The Washington Post
"Unlike [Former Congressman Tom] Davis and Mr. Connolly, who cut their teeth as nuts-and-bolts problem-solvers in the unglamorous arena of local government, Mr. Fimian is an ideologue with sparse experience of local issues who has embraced much of the Tea Party's dogma.Mr. Fimian is an ideologue with sparse experience of local issues who has embraced much of the Tea Party's dogma." - The Washington Post
"Mr. Fimian would join the querulous ranks of representatives in Congress who offer plenty of views on the nation's challenges but no workable solutions." - The Washington Post
"We're rarely impressed when 90 percent of [Fimian's] platform involves trashing [his] opponent." - The Fairfax Times
"If Keith Fimian were to be elected to Congress, Northern Virginia would be worse off." - The Fairfax Connection
"If Fimian understands the role of government or the complexities of either the local or national economy, he has not demonstrated that knowledge over the course of two campaigns." - The Fairfax Connection
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