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Candi King
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| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates | |
| Assumed office January 11, 2021 |
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| Preceded by | Jennifer Carroll Foy |
| Constituency | 2nd district (2021–2024) 23rd district (2024–present) |
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| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Josh King |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Norfolk State University |
| Committees | Privileges and Elections Finance Public Safety |
Candi Patrice Mundon King is an American politician. She is a member of the Democratic Party. Since 2021, she has served in the Virginia House of Delegates. This group helps make laws for the state of Virginia.
About Candi King
Candi King studied political science in college. She earned her bachelor's degree from Norfolk State University. Before becoming a politician, she worked to help people. She managed programs for non-profit groups. She also worked as an advocate for education. This means she supported better schools and learning opportunities.
Her Political Journey
Becoming a Delegate in 2021
Candi King decided to run for office in December 2020. This happened after the person who held the job before her, Jennifer Carroll Foy, left to run for governor. This created a special election. A special election is held when someone leaves office before their term ends.
King first had to win the Democratic primary election. A primary election is when people from the same political party vote for who they want to represent them. After winning the primary, King ran against Heather Mitchell in the main election. This election took place on January 5, 2021. Candi King won with 51.5% of the votes.
Winning Re-election
Later in 2021, Candi King ran for re-election. She faced a challenge from Pamela Montgomery in the Democratic primary. This election became very important. Groups that support clean energy and utility companies spent a lot of money. Even with all the money spent, King won the primary election. She received about 68% of the votes.
In the general election that November, King ran for a full term. She won against Gina Ciarcia, a Republican candidate. This victory allowed her to continue serving the people of Virginia.
