PRESS RELEASE: Arlington County Board Member Takis Karantonis Wins Nomination For First Full Term
With a decisive 2-to-1 victory, Takis wins a clear mandate from Arlington Democrats
ARLINGTON, Va. – County Board Member Takis Karantonis has clearly and decisively won renomination for his first full term on the Board. Takis will be the Democratic nominee on the ballot in November.
“I am honored to have the strong support of Democrats all over Arlington heading into the November general election,” said Karantonis. I am so grateful for the support of our staff, volunteers and voters across the County who made this victory possible. I would also like to thank Chanda for running a positive, issues-based campaign, and for strengthening public debate in Arlington with his candidacy. Last night, our team of dedicated supporters proved that with Arlingtonians across the county chipping in their time, their resources, and their votes, we can bring our effective, progressive, and experienced campaign back to the Democratic ticket this November. Now, the work begins again.”
“As we head into the general election, I want to renew my pledge to keep working to make Arlington better and building on the progress I’ve made over the past year. I will fight to protect Arlington against the Climate Emergency, to ensure a safe reopening for our County, to preserve and support our small business community, and most importantly, to keep listening to and engaging the people of Arlington in the democratic process and the process of local government. I am always here for you as your Board Member.”
“I’m also grateful for the support of publications and groups like NoVA Labor, Carpenters, IBEW, Pipe Trades, the Arlington Education Association, Sierra Club, Blue Virginia, and the Sun Gazette, and for the endorsements of all my colleagues on the County Board, the entire Arlington School Board, State Senators Ebbin and Favola, and Delegates Lopez, Sullivan, and Hope, Sheriff Beth Arthur, Clerk of the Court Paul Ferguson, and Treasurer Carla De La Pava, along with countless community leaders and former elected officials.”
Takis Karantonis is a sitting County Board member and the Democratic Party’s nominee for County Board this November. An immigrant who speaks and listens in eight languages, he has been an activist and community leader since he first came to Arlington in 2007. In his time in office, Takis has been working tirelessly to bring his expertise as a trained economist and urban planner, his dedication, and his passion for our community to the County Board. His next election will be held on Tuesday, November 2nd.
