Mark Allen Campaign attracts strong grassroots and financial support

Local Attorney Off to Strong Start in Race for 45TH State Delegate Seat

 

 July 19, 2007 (Alexandria, VA) In the first month of his first race for public office, Alexandria attorney Mark Allen has set a strong financial pace in his effort to win the 45th District seat in the House of Delegates.  According to recently filed finance reports, Allen’s campaign had $76,000 cash on hand, all raised in the month of June.   

Allen is currently the vice chairman of the Alexandria Board of Zoning Appeals.  He also serves as a Trustee of the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, to which he was appointed by former Governor Mark Warner.

“We are extremely pleased by the support that Mark Allen’s campaign has attracted,” said Charles Hulfish, Allen’s campaign manager. “Having lived here for more than three decades, Mark knows the 45th district and the people who live here. His ability to attract such strong support right out of the gate demonstrates his deep roots in the community.”

“This campaign is attracting a new and diverse kind of supporter -- most of whom have never been involved in a political campaign—and  all of whom are looking  for leadership that will be committed to representing them in Richmond,” Allen said.
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 A real estate attorney and leader in the local community for nearly 25 years, Mark Allen is committed to bringing sound judgment and common sense representation to Richmond. He has earned the respect of community residents and business leaders and is known for his collaborative style and problem solving skills.

“I have long believed that being a member of a community means giving back to it through public service. For more than two decades, I have built a successful law practice, while supporting a payroll in both good times and bad in the real estate industry.  In that time, I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of residents with their housing needs. Now, it is my turn to give back to the community that has supported my success,” said Mark Allen.

  “As our delegate, Mark Allen will give the 45th District a new kind of leadership,” Hulfish said.  “He’ll be able to work with legislators from all over the state on legislation that directly improves the quality of life for our community.”