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Prince William Times, Democrat Idris O’Connor announces bid for Coles District supervisor’s seat

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Idris graduated from Prince William Public Schools. He is currently working on a bachelor's degree in government and international relations at George Mason University. He is active in in his local church.

Idris is the chair of the Cooperative Council Ministries. He previously worked as a voter registrar at the League of Conservation Voters and as a field organizer at CASA. He was also an intern for the United States Senate. He has experience as a managing editor and reporter for the Above the Fold Newspaper.

Idris O'Connor is currently vice chair of the Prince William County Social Service Advisory Board. He previously ran for state representative, but did not win.

As of July 17, 2023, Idris O'Connor’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Believes "every resident in Prince William County should have access to ... affordable housing"

Wants to provide affordable housing in the county.

Has helped those in need secure “meals, emergency short-term housing and referrals to wrap-around services" as chair of the Cooperative Council of Ministries.

- Believes "every resident in Prince William County should have access to ... affordable housing"
- Wants to provide affordable housing in the county.
- Has helped those in need secure “meals, emergency short-term housing and referrals to wrap-around services" as chair of the Cooperative Council of Ministries.

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to increase public school funding and support small businesses.

- Plans to increase public school funding and support small businesses.

Public Services

Public Safety

Taxes & Budget

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Idris O'Connor

Idris graduated from Prince William Public Schools. He anticipates he will graduate in 2024 from the George Mason University with a Bachelor's degree in Government and International Relations. He is active in in his local church.

Idris is the Chairperson of the Cooperative Council Ministries. He previously has worked as a Voter Registrar at the League of Conservation Voters and as a Field Organizer at CASA. Idris was a Staff Intern for the United States Senate. He has experience as a Managing Editor and Reporter for the Above the Fold Newspaper.

Idris O'Connor serves as Vice Chair of the Prince William County Social Service Advisory Board. 

He previously ran for state representative, but did not win.

As of July 17, 2023, Idris O'Connor’s website did not contain information on this issue and Idris O'Connor did not complete our questionnaire.

Idris graduated from Prince William Public Schools. He anticipates he will graduate in 2024 from the George Mason University with a Bachelor in Government and International Relations. He is active in in his local church.

Idris O'Connor serves as Vice Chair of the Prince William County Social Service Advisory Board. 

Idris previously ran for the Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 31, but did not win.

- Believes "every resident in Prince William County should have access to ... affordable housing"
- Wants to provide affordable housing in the county. As chair of the Cooperative Council of Ministries, Idris has helped those in need secure “meals, emergency short-term housing and referrals to wrap-around services."

He graduated from Prince William Public Schools. Idris anticipates he will graduate in 2024 from the George Mason University with a Bachelor in Government and International Relations.

Idris is the Chairperson of the Cooperative Council Ministries. He previously has worked as a Voter Registrar at the League of Conservation Voters and as a Field Organizer at CASA.

Idris O'Connor serves as Vice Chair of the Prince William County Social Service Advisory Board. 

Idris previously ran for the Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 31, but lost the Democratic Primary in 2021.

- Believes "every resident in Prince William County should have access to ... affordable housing"

- Supports improving affordable housing opportunities

As of July 17, 2023, Idris A. Jibowu-O'Connor’s website did not contain information on this issue and Idris A. Jibowu-O'Connor did not complete our questionnaire.

Idris A. Jibowu-O'Connor

- The board of supervisors collaborates to establish and carry out county policies, including setting local tax rates, approving land use plans, and managing the county budget.  
- Board members are responsible for appointing county officials and overseeing key areas such as education, public safety, environmental regulations, business policies, and transportation systems.  
- Each supervisor typically represents a specific district within the county.  
- In Virginia, most supervisors are elected in partisan races during odd-numbered years and serve four-year terms.

Passes laws and regulations for your county.

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- Don't use the candidate's name in the issue section, just start each bulletpoint with an action word.

- No need to mention which primary; say “did not win” rather than lost for political background
- You can add a little more to the professional background through LinkedIn
- Please include church going in personal background