Fairfax Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

Walter Alcorn is the Hunter Mill District Supervisor in Fairfax County, currently serving his second term. An environmental professional with three decades of experience, he previously served 16 years on the Planning Commission and two years on the Park Authority Board.

Indira Massey is an immigrant, wife, entrepreneur, and volunteer. She is the GOP nominee for the Hunter Mill seat on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, with experience in advertising, publishing, and founding a nonprofit focused on children's safety and welfare.

Dalia Palchik, a Democrat, has proudly represented the Providence District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors since 2020. A native of Argentina and a graduate of Fairfax County Public Schools, she previously served on the Fairfax County School Board. Palchik currently chairs the Health and Human Services Committee, the Housing Committee, and the Council to End Domestic Violence.

Priorities: Bringing intentional transit-oriented development to Fairfax County · Increasing affordable housing opportunities · Expanding quality, affordable childcare and early childhood programs

Brian Murphy is a Republican businessman with a background in real estate and general contracting. He was the Fairfax GOP nominee for Providence District Supervisor in Fairfax County, Virginia, running in the November 7, 2023, election. Murphy's campaign focused on addressing crime rates, government reform, consumer protection, and parental rights.

Priorities: Public Safety · Government Reform · Parental Rights

Paul Beran is the President/CEO of Advertel, Inc., a marketing firm he founded in 1983. A long-time resident of Franconia District, Fairfax County, he has been politically active throughout his adult life, assisting in numerous campaigns for candidates from both parties, and previously served as spokesperson for the Democrat Party of Allegheny County, PA.

Rodney Lusk was first elected in 2019 as Fairfax County Supervisor, becoming the first African American male and first county employee to serve on the board. This followed a 30-year career as a Fairfax County employee.

Mark T Welch is an Independent candidate who ran for Franconia District Supervisor on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in the November 2023 general election. He competed against the Democratic incumbent and a Republican candidate.

Daniel Storck is the Mount Vernon District Supervisor on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, having first taken office on January 1, 2016, and currently serving his third term. Prior to this, he served on the Fairfax County School Board from January 2004 through December 2015, including three terms as chairman. Storck holds an M.B.A. in management and a B.S. in finance from Miami University (Ohio) and has a prof

Priorities: Continuing to invest in children and education · Revitalizing Richmond Highway and Lorton, including implementing the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system · Maintaining public safety and increasing all housing options

Richard Hayden is a Republican candidate who has run for the Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 16 and District 44, and for Mount Vernon District Supervisor. A longtime Mount Vernon resident, devoted Catholic father, and community leader, Hayden states he entered politics to combat what he describes as extreme abortion policies and to bring conservative values to the state legislature. He works as cou

Priorities: Protecting innocent life and opposing what he describes as extreme abortion policies. · Providing tax relief for working families and small businesses, and trimming government spending. · Improving schools by emphasizing basic learning, academic excellence, and rejecting certain equity-focused education policies.

Christopher Thomas Morgan ran as an Independent candidate for Fairfax County Supervisor, Mount Vernon district, in the November 7, 2023 election, where he received 11.40% of the vote. He is currently serving his second term as President of the Stratford Landing Citizens Association.

Priorities: Support housing for all, including 3-bedroom units near transit stations. · Invest in inter-modal transportation to link Metro, VRE, and regional airports. · Improve environmental outcomes through transit-oriented development.

Stewart Whitson is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Virginia's 11th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. A former FBI agent and U.S. Army combat veteran, Whitson previously ran in a special election for the same seat in 2025. He advocates for policies focused on economic affordability, public safety, and education.

Priorities: Economic affordability and fiscal responsibility · Public safety and border security · Parental rights and education reform

James Walkinshaw is a U.S. Representative for Virginia's 11th Congressional District, first elected in a 2025 special election. A lifelong Virginian, he is dedicated to serving his constituents and is up for re-election in the 2026 cycle.

Priorities: Protecting federal workers and strengthening government oversight · Protecting health care and lowering costs, including housing · Tackling climate change and protecting the environment

Corazon Foley is an Independent Green candidate for Springfield District supervisor of Fairfax County. A retired Economic and Intelligence Analyst from the U.S. Department of State, she founded the Foley Community Center Project in 2007 to support seniors and families. She is also noted as the first Filipino American and first Asian American candidate for Springfield Supervisor.

Priorities: Establishing a community center in Springfield District to serve seniors and families. · Promoting renewable energy and addressing HOA restrictions on solar panels. · Ensuring fair allocation of county resources for Springfield District and practicing fiscal conservatism.

Albert Vega is a PhD electrical engineer, tech entrepreneur, and co-founder of Building Momentum, currently serving as its Chief Technology Officer. He brings decades of problem-solving experience, including work with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan, to his first political campaign for Springfield District Supervisor.

Priorities: Affordable housing and housing options · Transportation safety · Local jobs and workforce development

Pat Herrity, a Republican, has represented the Springfield District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors since 2007. A lifelong resident of Fairfax County, he holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Virginia Tech and has over 40 years of experience in business, sports, and civic community leadership, including senior management roles. He currently chairs the Board's Information Technology Committee and the

Priorities: Lowering taxes and promoting fiscal responsibility · Improving education and supporting teachers · Enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement

Puneet Ahluwalia is a first-generation Indian American businessman who has lived, worked, and raised a family in Fairfax County, Virginia, and is running for Dranesville District Supervisor.

Priorities: Focusing on the needs of the local community rather than divisive national issues. · Uniting with others to find practical solutions to issues confronting Fairfax residents. · Working without fear or favor to do the right thing and always remember to serve the voters.

Jimmy Bierman is a McLean native, public servant, and local community leader. He is a lawyer with degrees from Williams College and Stanford Law School, and has served as an Attorney Advisor at the Department of Homeland Security.

Priorities: Economic & Workforce Development · Environmental Stewardship · Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Kathy Smith is a Democratic politician and former educator serving as a member of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors for the Sully District since 2016. Prior to her current role, she served on the Fairfax County School Board for 14 years, including three years as Chair, and was a PTA President at multiple schools. She has a career of public service spanning 25 years.

Priorities: Prioritizing affordable housing · Fully funding schools · Improving transportation and road safety

Keith Stone Elliott is a Republican who ran for Fairfax County Supervisor in the Sully District in 2023. A lifelong resident of Fairfax County, Elliott has a background in hotel management and real estate, where he currently manages a community of over 2,000 homes. He also volunteers through his church, leading Bible studies and coaching youth soccer.

Priorities: Public Safety: Improve police-community relations and ensure a fully staffed police department. · Education: Attract and retain quality teachers while supporting parental rights. · Taxes: Hold the line on real estate taxes and work to end the county's car tax.

Andres Jimenez is the first Latino Mason District Supervisor, an immigrant from Bogota, Colombia, and a lifelong community leader with 20 years of policy experience, previously serving on the Fairfax Planning Commission and as executive director of Green 2.0.

Priorities: Pedestrian safety · Economic investment and revitalization · Smart development

Terry Modglin is an Independent candidate for Mason District Supervisor in Fairfax County, a U.S. Army veteran (including service in Vietnam), and a consultant experienced with Afghan refugee resettlement. His extensive public service career includes roles as a Capitol Hill staffer and a national manager for youth and municipal crime prevention programs.

Priorities: Stop the deterioration of law-abiding behavior through prevention, enforcement, and accountability for crimes like shoplifting and violent crime. · Support student opportunities in schools by providing more choice and individualized help to reach their maximum potential. · Make Mason cleaner and greener by designating green spaces, promoting walkable and bikeable communities, and reducing non-biodegradable waste.

Mark Warner is a Democratic U.S. Senator representing Virginia, first elected in 2008. A former tech entrepreneur and Governor of Virginia, he is seeking reelection for a fourth term in the 2026 U.S. Senate race.

Priorities: Lowering costs for Virginia families, including healthcare, housing, and childcare. · Strengthening the economy, creating good-paying jobs, and preparing the workforce for future technologies like artificial intelligence. · Protecting national security and expanding high-speed internet access across the Commonwealth.

Arthur Purves is a retired computer programmer and a longtime government watchdog, serving as president of the Fairfax County Taxpayers Alliance since 1996, holding multiple degrees from the University of Pennsylvania.

Priorities: Stop increasing real estate taxes faster than household income. · Work with the community, police, and the Commonwealth Attorney to end the crime epidemic. · Hold the school board accountable for falling SAT scores and for its failure to provide upward mobility for economically disadvantaged students.

Chairman Jeff McKay is a lifelong Fairfax County resident who served as Franconia District Supervisor for over a decade before being elected Chairman of the Board of Supervisors in 2019, championing equity, education, and affordable housing.

Priorities: Supporting Fairfax County Public Schools · Affordable Housing · Environmental Protection and Climate Goals

Carey Campbell is an Independent Veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force and lives in the Braddock District, running for Fairfax County Supervisor.

Priorities: Fully fund schools · Bring Bikeshare to Braddock District · Create safe bike infrastructure and dedicated bike lanes