Английская Википедия:Briana Sewell
Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Distinguish Шаблон:Use American English Шаблон:Use mdy dates Шаблон:Infobox officeholder Briana D. Sewell (born 1990) is an American politician serving as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 25th district.[1] A member of the Democratic Party, she was elected in 2021 to succeed retiring Democrat Hala Ayala.[2] Sewell represents parts of Prince William County, including the towns of Lake Ridge and Nokesville.[3]
Early life and education
Sewell was born in 1990 in Woodbridge, Virginia. Both of her parents were members of the United States Air Force; at retirement, her father held the rank of senior master sergeant, while her mother attained the rank of lieutenant colonel. Her family was stationed in Panama for three years before moving to Lake Ridge, Virginia.Шаблон:Citation needed
Sewell earned a Bachelor of Arts in public policy from the College of William & Mary. She later attended American University, where she earned a Master of Public Administration.[4]Шаблон:Better source needed
Political career
Sewell began her career in politics as district director for U.S. Representative Gerry Connolly. In 2018, she established the Virginia Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy, an organization that advocates for paid parental leave, paid sick leaves, and affordable healthcare.[5]Шаблон:Primary source inline Before becoming a legislator, she served as chief of staff to Ann Wheeler, the chair of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors.[4]Шаблон:Better source needed
Virginia House of Delegates
Sewell announced her candidacy for the 51st district in December 2020, shortly after incumbent Hala Ayala announced her retirement to run for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.[6] She received multiple endorsements, including from U.S. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, Congressman Gerry Connolly, and various state legislators, including Ayala herself.[7]Шаблон:Better source needed Sewell defeated her opponent, Republican U.S. Navy veteran Tim Cox, in the November 2021 general election by a margin of around 6.9 percentage points.[8] She took office, along with the rest of the 162nd Virginia General Assembly, on January 12, 2022.[9]
Committee assignments
- Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation[10]
- Committee on Counties Cities and Towns[11]
- Committee on Education[12]
Congressional campaign
Шаблон:See also In November 2023, shortly after winning re-election to the redrawn 25th district, Sewell announced her candidacy for Шаблон:Ushr. The incumbent Congresswoman, Abigail Spanberger, announced her intention to retire in order to run for Governor of Virginia in 2025, creating an open race for her seat.[13]
Personal life
She is the cousin of Terri Sewell, a U.S. Representative from Alabama.[14]
References
External links
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