Debate Coverage Archives - Susan for Arlington

Sep 5, 2023

Democratic County Board Candidates Call for Improved Government Transparency

Did you miss the recent candidate debate sponsored by the Arlington County Civic Federation? You can watch it here. As Arlington Now reported, "The County Board forum began with topics such as police staffing and the office vacancy rate, but heated up during a later question about transparency. The question elicited criticism from every candidate about how the county makes information available. Multiple candidates suggested an overhaul of how Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests are handled, saying the status quo is laborious for staff and expensive for residents." “We’ve not...

Jun 8, 2023

Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum

Watch as candidate Susan Cunningham explains her vision for Arlington County Board, and why she is seeking your vote in the June 20th primary, at the Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum on June 8th. Cunningham describes how she supports "smart growth."

May 24, 2023

EcoAction Arlington Environmental Issues Candidate Forum

Watch as candidate Susan Cunningham explains her positions on environmental issues facing the Arlington County Board, and why she is seeking your vote in the June 20th primary, at the EcoAction Arlington Environmental Issues Candidate Forum on May 24th. Cunningham describes how she believes local government should move swiftly and boldly to address the climate crisis, and how her experience as a problem-solving leader and an engineer would be invaluable to addressing environmental issues.

May 16, 2023

AAPI/Black/Latinx Caucus & Arlington Young Democrats Candidate Forum

Susan Cunningham debates fellow candidates at the AAPI/Black/Latinx Caucus & Arlington Young Democrats County Board Forum, held at the Fairlington Community Center, on May 16th.

May 10, 2023

Arlington Committee of 100 Candidate Forum

Join the Arlington Committee of 100 at their forum for candidates for Arlington County Board. The program begins with a brief presentation by Arlington Director of Elections Gretchen Reinemeyer, who explains the ranked choice voting ballot and procedures that will be used in the upcoming primary election.

Apr 17, 2023

Embracing Arlington Arts Forum

Susan Cunningham enjoyed participating in the Embracing Arlington Arts candidate forum that was held April 17th, to discuss Arlington County Board candidate positions. "Arts are key to our economy and a vibrant Arlington," Cunningham said. "I'm looking forward to working together as your County Board member to strengthen community, expand space availability, and reconnect young people via the arts."

Apr 11, 2023

Arlington County Civic Federation Candidate Forum

The Arlington County Civic Federation sponsored a County Board Candidate Forum on April 11th. The video is posted here. Susan Cunningham discusses how she would bring her executive experience, problem-solving and engineering background, and her common sense to leadership on the county board.

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