Democratic Party of Virginia: STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR BOB MCDONNELL'S INAUGURATION

From the Office of the Democratic Party of Virginia

January 16, 2010

CONTACT: Leigh Anne Collier, 804-644-1966 x225

C. Richard Cranwell, the Chairman of the Democratic Party of Virginia, issued the following statement Saturday on behalf of Virginia Democrats:

"On behalf of Virginia Democrats, I congratulate Bob and Maureen McDonnell and their children on today's inauguration. Governor McDonnell takes office at a time when our commonwealth and our nation face significant challenges. We look forward to working with Governor McDonnell to make the tough choices necessary to keep Virginia the best state to do business and the best state to raise a family.

"I would also like to congratulate Governor Tim Kaine on four years of excellent leadership for our commonwealth during tough times. I look forward to continuing our work together, and I am proud to count Governor Kaine as a friend."

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