The Alexandria Brief and the Liberally Social Podcast team up to interview the five Democratic candidates competing in Saturday's City Council firehouse primary. Next up: Charles Sumpter.
In this episode:
Charles Sumpter discusses why he's running to make Alexandria more affordable for regular people, his four policy priorities — housing affordability, workforce pathways, sustainable infrastructure and transportation — and his idea for a "Climate Corps" to help communities build resilience. Plus: rapid-fire questions on pizza, karaoke, stress relief and astrology.
About the candidate:
Charles Sumpter grew up in the South Bronx and has lived in Alexandria for 16 years. He founded the nonprofit Safe Space NOVA and served as chair of the Alexandria Commission on HIV/AIDS. He works as a consultant focused on human capital transformation. If elected, he would be the first Black gay member of the Alexandria City Council.
Endorsements mentioned:
Former Del. Mark Levine, former Arlington and Alexandria Gay and Lesbian Association president Bruce Hightower, and multiple HIV/AIDS commission chairs and community health advocates
Learn more: sumpterforvirginia.com
How to vote Saturday, Feb. 21:
In person: Beatley Library (5005 Duke St.) or Leonard "Chick" Armstrong Recreation Center (25 W. Reed Ave.), 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Online: Must have registered by 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 at alexdems.org
This episode is a collaboration between the Alexandria Brief and the Liberally Social Podcast. Produced by Anh Phan, Marta Schantz and Ryan Belmore.
