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Debra Gardner

DEMOCRAT

Debra Gardner is running for Virginia State Delegate, District 76, Democratic Primary.

Debra Gardner is running for this race unopposed. They will move on to the general election.

Personal background

Debra Gardener has been a resident of Chesterfield County for more than 30 years. She has a bachelor's degree in Sociology from North Carolina Central University and a Master of Public Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Professional background

Debra Gardener currently works as a life coach and founder of D2G- Coaching, a consulting firm that focuses on social work and executive training. She previously served as a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Richmond until her dismissal in 2017. She also serves (d) on many boards including Smart Beginnings Board of Directors, Homeward Board of Directors, Senior Connections Board of Directors, the Virginia Drug Treatment Court Advisory Committee, the Virginia Substance Abuse Services Council, and the Domestic Violence Prevention Advisory Board.

Political background

Debra Gardener previously ran for the Clover Hill District on the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors in 2019 and did not win. She is currently running for State Delegate in the Virginia House of Delegates District 76.

Energy & the Environment

Supports data and science based environmental policy.

Supports advancing public health and economic opportunity for all inhabitants.

Supports planned and responsible economic growth for natural resource and

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Economy

Wants fair wages and gives all workers equal advancement opportunities.

Wants to create transparency around economic development programs.

Supports continued economic relief for small businesses and workers affected by

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Healthcare

Supports creating more accessible and affordable health care options.

Supports ensuring affordable mental health care and recovery support.

Plans to drive down prescription medication costs for hardworking families.

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Education

Supports access to a well-rounded public education.

Supports paying tears full value of their work.

Plans to fight for policies that protect students and teacher safety.

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Public Safety

Supports police officers and foster genuine bonds within the community.

Supports making streets safer and fairer criminal justice system.

Plans to invest in evidence-based and community-based programs that are proven

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