Atif Qarni for Congress
@AtifQarni
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Former VA Secretary of Education | Marine | Teacher | Parent | Candidate for VA's CD 10 | Local eatery fan Paid for by Qarni for Congress
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Big NEWS!!! Thanks to the efforts of so many folks in our community Atif has secured a spot on the ballot. Learn more about Atif and how he'll fight for OUR community.
#va10
#meetatif
#whoshouse
#ourhouse
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"We don't need more data centers in our backyard. What we need is higher paying jobs, more tele-work options, and support for small businesses."
-Atif
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Hear from one of Virginia's top math teachers, Chuck Ronco! He delves into the math behind Atif's time as Secretary of Education and highlights the significance of having a public school teacher in Congress. 🍎
#va10
#classroomtocongress
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Every child deserves a high quality education in this country. Atif knows how to improve public schools and will fight for funding directly to public schools so we can hire more educators, improve technology, and invest BIG in our kids.
#improvepubliceducation
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In Congress, Atif will push for a teacher minimum wage (which would be $75,000 in our district).
#fundpublicschools
#va10
#raiseteacherpay
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BIG NEWS: Atif Qarni for Virginia’s 10th Congressional District!
Hey everyone! I'm absolutely thrilled and beyond excited to announce that I'm running for Virginia’s 10th Congressional District! Check out my campaign at
Let's do this!
-Atif
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The cost of prescription drugs are ridiculous!!! In Congress, Atif would push for expanding Medicare negotiations to the most commonly used medicines.
#LowerRXCosts
#va10
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Atif supports workers-- advocating for higher-paying jobs, secure retirements, and healthcare access.
#va10
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When they tried to silence us, Atif Qarni fought back. In 2017, Atif led the protests to stand against bigotry and support diverse communities.
#StandUpFightBack
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Atif is running for Congress-- fighting to lower costs so families don't have to struggle to put food on the table. Atif is focused on growing our economy, strengthening supply chains, and ensuring everyone can prosper.
#LowerCosts
#StrongEconomy
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Atif aims to address the critical teacher shortage with much higher salaries & cost of living adjustments for teachers. Raising teacher pay is one crucial step toward tackling turnover rates. Let's solidify and advance the teaching profession. 🍎
#va10
#RAISETEACHERPAY
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VA-guaranteed home loans offer incredible benefits. It is crucial that we expand the eligibility to include descendants of veterans who were unjustly denied this opportunity due to historic discrimination.
#Veterans
#HomeLoans
#VA10
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"Atif Qarni is championing education, he's championing us."
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Atif proposes legislation for $5,000 seed savings for every child at birth to boost economic mobility. Universal baby bonds for wealth-building opportunities like home-ownership and business startups.
#investinkids
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Childcare is crucial infrastructure that requires substantial federal investment-- Atif advocates for measures to invest in our kids--expand childcare facilities, pass a baby bonds program for ALL kids, and make the Child Tax Credit Permanent.
#va10
#childcare
#investinkids
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While pro-war special interests try to buy the election, I'm the only candidate calling for an unconditional ceasefire and an end to funding war machines killing innocent civilians in Gaza. Dems, we must fight to keep all children safe from war weapons.
#va10
#CeaseFireNow
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Atif will make sure that when the hard-working people who live in our community send their tax dollars to Washington, Congress uses it to help OUR community. No more special breaks for big corporations or the ultra-rich.
#va10
#investinus
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Our families, communities, and small businesses are watching millions of hours and dollars being spent in traffic and in DC. Atif plans to put an end to the misery of Northern Virginians stuck commuting by expanding telework and keeping our community home.
#va10
#expandtelework
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Like many residents in our district-- Atif is frustrated by the unchecked growth of data centers. He supports federal legislation to make sure data centers help our community, not harm it.
#va10
#datacenters
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Atif will work to cancel student debt and expand tuition-free college options. He takes a holistic approach that addresses the needs & insecurities (including housing, food, transportation and childcare) millions of students face.
#CancelStudentDebt
#StudentSupport
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Dangerous restrictions on abortion rights are just another attempt to hold us back. Atif supports federal legislation to restore and expand these rights--ensuring safe, legal access nationwide.
#Rights
#Healthcare
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Today Atif Qarni, former VA Sec of Education & candidate for the Dem nomination in VA10, unveiled an education plan-- endorsed by former students, educators, parents & officials.
#va10
#EducationPlan
#AtifQarni
#Education
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Statement from Atif Qarni regarding the use of force against students at UVA.
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Thank you to
@momsdemand
for their pivotal role in creating a grassroots movement, offering resources, and presenting tangible solutions aimed at keeping our families safe. Proud to be a Gun Sense candidate--every candidate should be one.
As a public school teacher, I am
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As Secretary of Education, Atif Qarni invested BIG TIME in HBCUs!
#va10
#didyouvote
Vote Early Now
Election Day is June 18th
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Atif will fight to lower costs. He plans to expand tax credits for working parents, make billionaires pay what they owe in taxes, and close tax loopholes for corporations. Let's get out and vote. Early voting is underway, and election day is June 18th.
#va10
#weneedaraise
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Great time hearing from everyone at the Loudoun County Dems Road from Richmond. Amazing work being done by Dems for our community!
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A huge thanks to Fatima, she's my rock, my sounding board--but sometimes I get so caught up in the issues facing our district I forget to do my chores.
Fatima reminds me that the path to Congress also involves taking out the trash.
#va10
#earlyvoteiscoming
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The images coming out of Rafah are horrific. Seven months of deliberate strikes in Gaza have resulted in 35,000+ dead Palestinians—these are not "tragic mistakes" as Netanyahu claims. Congress must demand an immediate, unconditional ceasefire and stop all arms transfers and
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Happy to commit to the pledge
@usapromise
, but let's face it - we need reps who advocate for policies that big money doesn't want anyways. Atif's stance against corporate polluters and the ultra-rich hoarding wealth sets him apart from candidates backed by big money.
#va10
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"Peaceful protests and civil disobedience are parts of a vibrant democracy. An assault on those exercising their First Amendment rights represents a direct attack on the very principles of democracy."- Statement from Atif Qarni regarding the events on VCU's campus last night.
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It is disturbing and hurtful to see a political candidate, one from the Democratic Party nonetheless, demonstrate a glaring lack of knowledge of our Commonwealth's history. We have worked really hard towards ensuring that our schools teach a more accurate version of history—it is
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We have a big deadline coming up. Help Elect Atif to Congress!!! Chip in a couple bucks at
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Childcare IS crucial infrastructure-- Atif would expand childcare facilities, pass a baby bonds program for ALL kids, and make the Child Tax Credit Permanent.
#va10
#childcare
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We must expand telework options for workers-- it saves money, improves our local economy, and has gains in productivity. A win-win-win.
#va10
#expandtelework
#teleworkworks
👀 40% of the time that government teleworkers would have spent commuting is now spent doing work.
It's like AFGE has been saying - telework works!
Read more:
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@guzman4virginia
Former Delegate Guzman is the progressive face of our party in Prince William. Like me she’s an immigrant. She fought hard to secure funding for English Language Teachers and School counselors to meet the needs of our children.
#VA07
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Atif has delivered investments in college programs, including GMU and NVCC. In Congress, he will secure funding for programs in nursing, teaching, skilled trades, and sectors facing workforce crunches. Our community deserves training programs to fill essential jobs.
#va10
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Heading into the weekend fired up! A huge shout out to
@SEIUVA512
and
@32BJSEIU
for hosting a candidate round-table and organizing the rally. As someone who has been a union member and a teacher, I know the immense power of collective action firsthand. We are stronger in a
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Let's invest in our kids' futures - from extracurriculars to quality school nutrition. Together, we can help them thrive.
#CommunityFirst
#InvestInOurChildren
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Post-K12 education and training should be accessible to all students. Atif advocates for the cancellation of student debt, the availability of tuition-free college options, and a dramatic expansion of skills-based apprenticeship programs.
#nomoredebt
#va10
#workforce
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Teaching in Prince William County for a decade and living here for 20 years, I know our community's needs. We're frustrated by rising costs. I'm running for Congress to improve our quality of life.
#va10
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When it comes to abortion, Republican politicians trust some dude from the 1800s and another who wishes we were all living in those times.
Atif trusts women. We need to restore abortion rights nationwide and protect access to birth control.
#va10
#restorerights
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@margaretforVA
Supervisor Franklin has served as a locally elected representative and held a senior staff position in Congress. She has worked tirelessly to build the party in Prince William to turn it blue. Margaret was a champion in securing record funding for our schools in
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We need a federal drug manufacturing function to cut prices, tackle shortages, and boost competition. Public production of vital meds like insulin, blood pressure, and cholesterol drugs will reduce costs and improve access to life-saving medications!
#lowerRXcosts
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@BrianaSewellVA
Delegate Sewell, a rising star within the party, has undertaken various roles in her public service career. Briana is dedicated to her constituents, tirelessly working on their behalf while genuinely listening to their concerns, making her a true advocate for our
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I loved being a public school teacher but struggled to make ends meet with the crappy pay. Over half of our district's teachers can't afford to live here. In Congress, I'll push for a $75K minimum teacher salary. Every teacher deserves a good paying job!
#TeacherPay
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Great time at festivals in Dulles and Purcellville!
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We need to lower interest rates. Atif is calling on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. Higher housing costs and reduced access to credit worsen the impact of inflation on working Americans and small businesses.
#inflation
#economy
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As online bullying, violence, and trauma affect millions, Congress must push for better mental health resources in our communities. It's time to hold social media companies responsible for profiting at the expense of our children's well-being.
#MentalHealth
#ProtectOurKids
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@AndreaBaileyVA
For many years, Supervisor Bailey has worked on the ground to mobilize Black and Brown communities to participate in every election. Andrea has been a champion for increasing school funding and ensuring we teach a full and honest history in our schools.
#VA07
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Teacher Appreciation Week holds a special place in our hearts. As a public school teacher who had the opportunity to lead public schools in Virginia, Atif highlighted the importance of community support in recognizing the dedication teachers have to improving our community and
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In 2020, after George Floyd's murder, Shenandoah County's Board of Supervisors and School Board took a stand against racism by removing Confederate leaders' names from schools. This decision, was influenced by incidents of racial unrest and ... "encouraged by then-Department of
A Virginia school board voted to reinstate confederate names. It’s a disgraceful chapter of our community’s history, writes Sarah Kohrs and Neil Thorne
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Great connecting with voters from every part of the district this weekend. Thanks much for all those who came out and organized these events.
#va10
#earlyvoteiscoming
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Statement from Atif Qarni on
@washingtonpost
exclusion from coverage-- including voter "guides" meant to inform voters. Thanks to local news sources--
@InsideNoVA
, Prince William Times,
@fauquiernow
,
@bluevirginia
and so many more for informing voters so they can make decisions.
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Had a fantastic time catching up with with owner Faruk at Shawarma Station in Manassas. Great conversations and even better food! We need a Shawarma emoji.
#ManassasEats
#ShawarmaStation
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Atif's plan: Full funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The federal government pledged to cover 40% of special education expenses, but only does 13%
Let's meet our commitment to children and schools!
#EducationFunding
#va10
#NoMoreUnfundedPromises
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Amazing energy at our first canvass of the year! It's incredible to see folks coming together, getting involved, and taking action.
#organizingworks
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Warming Sunday service at First Baptist Church of Manassas! Engaging discussions on important topics like affordable housing, education, faith and much much more.
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Schools play a crucial role in addressing stress and anxiety among students. We can build a healthier and more resilient future generation. Let's champion the Mental Health Services for Students Act to ensure care and improve youth mental health.
#MentalHealthMatters
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Our hearts go out to Loudoun County Fire and Rescue and all those impacted.
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Tackling the housing crisis head-on! Atif's plan: expand affordable housing, protect tenants, and ensure lower costs. Time to cut junk fees and push for lower interest rates. Let's provide immediate and long-term relief for homeowners and renters alike.
#AffordableHousing
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By implementing a universal school meals program, we can end child hunger in schools and enhance the quality of school lunches-- boosting local economies by promoting procurement from small businesses in Northern Virginia.
#EndChildHunger
#SupportLocal
#va10
#kabobsandclass
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Wow, just wow. Had an amazing series of events in the district! Huge shoutout to Silver Diner and Yorkshire Restaurant for the incredible food and vibes. A heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and is volunteering to collect petitions.
#va10
#qarniforcongress
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"After 24 years of marriage and two children, I've witnessed Atif work hard his entire life. He is trustworthy, he's honest, he has high integrity, and he's very empathetic. And I know he will take these qualities with him to Congress to represent all of us."
#va10
#timetovote
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Glad to sign on to the Green New Deal pledge and co-sponsor the GND. Our community has seen the impacts of climate change on public health, agriculture, extreme weather, the economy and so much more. We need to take immediate and large-scale action now!
#GNDchampion
#va10
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Continuously bypassing congressional review for weapons sales to any nation, when the American people overwhelmingly support diplomatic solutions, is wrong.
#CeaseFireNow
#Accountability
#Peace
#Diplomacy
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The child tax credit lifted many out of financial struggles. I stand for expanding and making the child tax credit permanent.
#ChildTaxCredit
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Thanks
@JohnReidIV
!!! Great forum.
Such an honor to moderate the VA CD-10 candidate town hall forum. Special thanks to
@IPT1963
of Northern Virginia and all of the candidates
@MichelleforVA10
@krystleforcong
@DavidReidVA
@AtifQarni
@Travis_Nembhard
. Find out more in the
@PWPerspective
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Let's just pass Universal Pre-K! Every family should have access to Pre-K--it's great for our kid's development and for the economy.
#universalpreknow
#economy
#education
#va10
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Raise Teacher Pay!!!
#va10
Pay 👏 teachers 👏 more 👏
This congressional candidate thinks teachers should make at least $75k a year
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This Memorial Day, let us honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Let's also reup our commitment to take care of our veterans' families and descendants. We owe them our deepest gratitude and unwavering support.
#MemorialDay
#HonorTheFallen
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During my time as Sec. of Education, we fought and won increased funding for public education. Time and time again, country-club Republicans like Youngkin have feigned expertise only to turn around and gut education funding. Youngkin-ism is dangerous for education.
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In congress, Atif would work to expand mandatory funding for child care facilities through increased annual funding and creating a new grant program to enhance child care supply, quality, and affordability.
#childcare
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After the MLK Jr. March in town of Leesburg had a chance to catchup with my friend, Pastor Michelle, the President
@LoudounNaacp
and learn about the history of Douglass High School-- the first and only high school for Black students in the County from 1941-1968 until segregation
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Stopped over to pick up a Cranberry Crumb Apple Pie from Mom's Apple Pie. It is the best Pie place in Leesburg. They gave me heating instructions, can't wait to sit down with a slice of pie and watch some cold weather football.
#SupportLocalSmallBusinesses
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I'm no Ken, but I'm lucky to be with this Hijabi Barbie. We need more love in the world. Happy Valentine's Day!
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Had such an absolutely amazing time connecting with teachers and early childhood education leaders throughout the district! It was truly incredible! Thanks a million,
@dr_sawyers
, for pulling us all together.
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Excited for early voting to start in a few days! Ride with Atif to the polls before the rush-- he'll even let you pick the radio station.
#VoteEarly
#ElectionSeason
#va10
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Ramadan Kareem to all during this holy month. Praying for peace, strength and forgiveness. 🌙✨
#RamadanMubarak
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The Biden-Harris Administration has led initiatives to drive forward workforce development. These efforts are generating high-paying union jobs. We must continue investing in a highly skilled workforce and the skills needed to build our economy.
#WorkforceDevelopment
#va10
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Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Easter! Enjoy this beautiful time with your loved ones.
#EasterBlessings
#FamilyTime
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