Del. Marcus Simon Kicks of Re-Election Campaign

2026-10-17 4:38 AM

Kicking off his campaign for re-election to the Virginia House of Delegates last Sunday at Clare and Don’s in Falls Church was Del. Marcus Simon, seeking a second term representing the City as part of his 53rd District. He was surrounded by many fellow delegates and local notables and a gathering of three dozen to mark the occasion. (Photo: News-Press)

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