Three Arlington House Delegates announced their re-election bids post-legislative session: Adele McClure, Patrick Hope, and Alfonso Lopez. All face a Democratic stronghold, though Hope encounters one challenger. Meanwhile, the School Board has two Democratic candidates, and young Republicans are mobilizing for the 2025 elections with new leadership in place.
Last week, three members of Arlington’s delegation to the House of Delegates announced their re-election bids: Dels. Adele McClure (D-2), Patrick Hope (D-1), and Alfonso Lopez (D-3). Their announcements came after the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session during a meeting of the Arlington County Democratic Committee on March 5.
Adele McClure spoke at the Lubber Run Community Center emphasizing the ongoing challenges: “There is still so much to do, especially now. Every person in this room knows exactly what we are up against.” Patrick Hope, the senior member of the delegation, expressed confidence in his return saying, “I’ve delivered for Arlington and I know how to get things done,” indicating his ambitions for a ninth term. Alfonso Lopez highlighted his dedication to Arlington values, stating, “There’s nothing more rewarding than helping people. We need to create more prosperity and do it in a way where everyone wins.”
All three delegate positions are viewed as Democratic strongholds, with no current intra-party competition for McClure and Lopez. However, Hope faces a challenge from Arjoon Srikanth, who declared his candidacy on February 5. Candidates must file by April 3, with a primary scheduled for June 17 if needed.
Moreover, the educational landscape is also shifting as the Democratic field for School Board currently features two candidates: Monique “Moe” Bryant and June Prakash. Their online and in-person voting will occur from April 19 to May 10, with the winner likely a frontrunner for the November 4 general election.
In a separate political sphere, the Arlington-Alexandria-Falls Church Young Republicans recently chose their leadership for 2025, electing Daniel Turner as chair. The organization aims to increase engagement and support for Young Republicans throughout the upcoming election cycle, with their next meeting scheduled for March 17.
In summary, Arlington’s political landscape displays active preparations for upcoming elections, with established delegates announcing re-election bids amidst Democratic strongholds. McClure, Hope, and Lopez are poised for potential victories, while the School Board race sees two candidates vying for the nomination. The Young Republicans are also organizing for increased participation, emphasizing the vibrancy of local political engagement leading up to the 2025 elections.
Original Source: www.arlnow.com
