My name is Mary Barthelson. Iโm an engineer, housing & mental health advocate, and a STEM teacher.
Iโm running for VA HD-7 to reduce housing insecurity, improve accessibility of mental health services, and to address the challenges presented by technology.
Give me a RT!
BREAKING: The Parliament of Canada ๐จ๐ฆ is first in world to adopt motion calling to remove the Islamic regime of Iran from the UN Women's Rights Commission โgiven the brutal death of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the IRGC, the subsequent crackdown in Iran on women's rights...โ /1
Virginia incarcerates 779 people per 100,000. For reference the US average is 698, while the next highest NATO country incarcerates only 139 per 100,000. We need to change this.
I hit a major life milestone today by turning 30 ๐ฅณ. As I approached this age, I found myself reflecting on my journey thus far and how I have grown as a person.
My 20s were filled with many ups and downs which taught me important lessons. I feel incredibly grateful to have a
Stepping out to get my first signatures for the June 20th primary and speak to neighbors about my plans to improve housing accessibility and mental health services in District 7โ๏ธ๐ถ
#mary4va
My name is Mary Barthelson. I am an engineer in the space industry who is running for VA HD-7. New technology is the foundation for future growth of Virginiaโs economy. It is vital to have elected officials who can properly legislate it without over reliance on lobbyists. (1/3)
When I entered the Delegate race, I knew it would be a challenge as a full time working candidate coming from outside of politics to run. I chose to run anyways out of the great care I have for the issues which are personal to me and our community.
Although, the results are not
Posing with two amazing
@VAYD
presidents! Congratulations to all those who won their elections today and a special shout out to chapter of the year
@GMUdems
. Making me proud ๐.
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14 and commemorates the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777, by the Second Continental Congress.
This image taken by Commander Neil Armstrong from the Apollo 11 lunar landing shows Buzz Aldrinย saluting the flag at Tranquility Base.
Virginia state law provides candidates filing campaign paperwork a 10-day grace period at the discretion of the Board of Elections. It has historically been routine for the board to grant extensions, including to eight candidates in 2020.
I am out knocking doors and speaking to voters today in this nice chilly spring weather. Everyone seems to be in a good mood and enjoying the weekend with their families. ๐
#mary4va
I was the last kid picked in gym class! So were many other great kids who should not be disparaged.
This insensitive tone is not one we should be striking in our criticism of Gov. Youngkin.
A few shorts weeks ago I sat next to
@Shawn_Soares
at the
@VAYD
convention. Although I did not know him well, he seemed like he had a bright future ahead and many friends who cared about him. I am shocked and saddened to learn of his passing yesterday. My heart goes out to his
Voting rights and Democratic participation is important. There are still elements of Jim Crow in Virginiaโs laws which need to be dismantled. I am prepared to support the fight for equal rights and to ensure everyone has a voice.
I stopped by the North County Government Center to vote early. Early voting is open at this location weekdays from 1pm to 7pm.
Email me if you would like a sign mary4va
@gmail
.com
#mary4va
My campaign kickoff was a success!
Thank you everyone for attending. I appreciated all the questions and feedback about what our community needs and how I can help as a member of the General Assembly.
#mary4va
On this International Womenโs Day I received recognition from Congress, MEATF, and AMEC as a Global Women of Excellence along with 20 other women who are making the world a better place.
I believe that it is important for women to support and uplift each other, and to
Last year chair Bob Brink told Roanoke Times disqualifying candidates over paperwork errors a โdraconianโ move. โDoing that would run counter to my personal belief that, as much as possible, we ought to permit access to the ballot and let the voters decideโ.
Hit the doors in this beautiful weather after heading out to the community yard sale to support Reston Strong. Hope everyone is having a good weekend. โ๐ป
Our Democratic nominees are out of the primaries and on their way to the general.
I donated to a few of my favorites and encourage others to do the same.
Iโve made it easy by linking their Actblues below. ๐๐ป
I am happy to announce that I received a promotion at my company yesterday. I am now a Principal Systems Engineer working as architecture lead in my favorite industry - space! ๐โญ๏ธ๐ช
Women deserve more than one month of recognition but I will cherish EVERY day that our work and contributions are acknowledged! Thank you for this special tweet.
#womeninstem
#WomensHistoryMonth
Had an all day knock-a-thon today collecting signatures of voters so that I can appear on the HD-7 ballot!
Stop by Starbucks on South Lakes Dr tomorrow from 1pm to 2pm for a chat and to sign my petition!
See you there โจ
Virginia public schools are required to follow CDC guidelines on masks. Gov. Youngkinโs executive order ending mask mandates will not be enforceable in FCPS. The superintendent has already indicated that masking policies will not be changing.
Enjoyed the nice weather today knocking for
@ElectConnolly
with
@HuntermillDems
in Reston.
Apollo got a fancy new bandana to wear on the campaign trail. ๐ถ ๐
I missed the
@NetworkVirginia
rally for the ERA today but am enjoying a nice evening judging science fair projects for FCPS. We have some pretty strong projects in the engineering categories this year! ๐
Happy Easter Christian friends. I hope everyone is enjoying time with their loved ones today. As we celebrate this day, let us also take a moment to appreciate the compassion and kindness of our local faith communities. I had the privilege of attending the Easter service at
I was very surprised to hear about
@EFillerCorn
โs retirement this morning. Virginia has become a better place thanks to her leadership. She will be missed!
Iโm excited to finally be able to share what Iโve been working on!
The Afghan Dreamers - the original members of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team - Fatemah, Lida, and Kawsar are starting their college education in the US.
They are excellent students and Iโm very proud that all
Libraries have been centers of knowledge for centuries and play a fundamental role in creating opportunities for learning new ideas and perspectives.
That is why I am using my birthday this year as an opportunity to raise money for our local Reston library.
Winnerโs church held a celebration of Womenโs History Month today.
The stage was packed with many amazing women helping lead our Commonwealth. It was not long ago when this would have seemed like a wild dream, yet here we are. ๐
@CandiKingForHD2
@Michelle4VA50
This is my university.
They are not calling for peace, a restoration of utilities, or passage for Gazans to safer areas. They are cheering for terrorists who killed 260 people at a music festival before moving on to others, on the day that Hamas called for a day of global
Enjoyed some delicious pasta last night at Politics on the Patio to help re-elect
@HelmerVA
& Vivian Watts.
Thank you
@kittydoor12
for hosting at your beautiful home. ๐
Virginia is on track to be one of the first states to achieve universal broadband access. Today Virginia awarded grants to close the digital divide 90% and achieve universal broadband by 2024.
Christmas is almost here, but the distribution of donations continues
@restonstrong
delivered these baked goods from Costco in Chantilly to
@Cornerstonesva
Embry Rucker Shelter, Bowman Towne Ct community,
@FairfaxCountyPD
Reston Station,
@ffxfirerescue
Reston, & Fellowship House
Today Reston Strong delivered 300 meals with holiday cards to residents at Lake Anne Fellowship House. Thank you Lasagna Love (Global) for cooking and all of our volunteers for assembling and delivering these meals despite the inclement weather and large volume. ๐๐๐
Virginia once again has a blue legislature!
Iโm really happy with the results after seeing the hard work of the candidates and volunteers this past year.
Particularly excited for the victory of many newly electeds (or new to their positions), including
@SalimVASenate
,
Exciting day canvassing to collect signatures to appear on the ballot!
Looking forward to turning them in tomorrow and moving on to the next steps of the campaign.
Help me make my vision a reality by donating to my campaign here:
Had a powerful women filled weekend at
@NetworkVirginia
โs Womenโs Summit followed by unity and friendship in Hunter Mill with
@Keys_Gamarra
Thank you all for the great time โจ
Misogynistic comments about women running for office, regardless of their political affiliation, are harmful. Public conversations play a major role in shaping our culture and can have a profound impact. If you don't support a candidate, make a stronger argument against them.
Regardless of political differences, it's important to remember our shared humanity. If
@LeaderMcConnell
did in fact suffer a health episode, my thoughts are with him for a swift and complete recovery.
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of returning to
@GeorgeMasonU
to serve as a judge for their annual Andrew P. Sage Capstone Design Competition.
It was inspiring to see the impressive projects presented by the students, and I have no doubt that their innovative ideas will pave the
Incumbent
@kenplum1
voted in support of Amendment 1 incumbent protections despite the community opposing it. I challenge him to make a statement in support of voting rights and make his stance on this matter clear to District 36 voters.
Stay tuned for my episode of Inside Scoop with Delegate Plum โจ
We talked about Virginia political history and current events. Find out what he thinks about my decision to challenge him in 2021. ๐
Coming to the Inside Scoop archive soon.
@KenPlum1
Today was the last day of hypothermia shelters being open in Fairfax County. You may see an increased number of people trying to find somewhere to sleep wherever they get warm. Please keep in mind they may have been displaced from the closures. If you think someone may be in
I appreciate Sen. Warner taking the time to speak to progressives about the RESTRICT Act and National Security. Being progressive and smart on National Security are not mutually exclusive.
Just sat down with some young progressive students and activists to talk about my RESTRICT Act, national security, and the future of internet legislation. Enjoyed hearing their perspectives and discussing the need for a bill to address foreign tech threats online.
Happy first day of school to all the students in Fairfax county. I hope this year is filled with learning things that spark your curiosity and new friends that warm your heart. Have an awesome school year. โจ ๐
As a community volunteer, I have witnessed the escalating effects of housing insecurity. I promise to utilize my hands on work in the community to obtain the resources we need. My objective is to guarantee that every family has a safe and stable place to
I came out to the Fairfax County Government Center to speak on behalf of increasing the affordable housing budget.
I shared testimony about the difficulty Afghan refugees are facing as a result of high housing prices. Afghan refugee families have already faced evictions.
This is a strong win courtesy of the Senate Dems. Wheelerโs background as a coal lobbyist does not make him a good fit for Secretary of Natural Resources.