Candi King
Candi Mundon King is an American politician who has served as a Democratic member of the Virginia House of Delegates since 2021.
Candi King | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Jennifer Carroll Foy |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Josh King |
| Children | 3 |
| Website | https://www.candikingforva.com/ |
Biography
King obtained a bachelor's degree in political science from Norfolk State University.[1] She has worked as a nonprofit program manager and an education advocate.[2]
Political career
2021
King announced her campaign for delegate in December 2020, shortly after her predecessor Jennifer Carroll Foy resigned to run for governor, causing a special election. After winning the Democratic primary, King faced Republican Heather Mitchell in the general election on January 5, 2021. King won with 51.5% of the vote, with a margin of 263 votes.[3]
References
- Palermo, Jill. "Candi King wins Democratic primary in 2nd House of Delegates race". Retrieved 30 January 2021.
- Cheslow, Daniella. "Democrat Candi King Wins Special Election For Delegate In Northern Virginia". Retrieved 30 January 2021.
- Palermo, Jill. "Democrat Candi King wins special election for 2nd District House of Delegates seat". Retrieved 30 January 2021.
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