Testimonials
What People are Saying about Peter
"Peter was the gold standard for local party chairs when he served in Arlington, and he will no doubt be the gold standard as Chair of the Democratic Party of Virginia. I enthusiastically support his candidacy, and encourage others to do the same."Mike LiebermanChair, Arlington County Democratic Committee
"Having worked closely with Peter for years, I can say that you will find no better manager, no better motivator, and no one more capable of bringing people together to work effectively toward a difficult common goal than Peter Rousselot. And his skills as a leader are matched by his capacity as a mentor and friend."Antonia ScattonDemocratic Strategist and former Communications Director, Arlington County Democratic Committee
"It is imperative that the Democratic Party of Virginia find a new way to relate to the citizens of the Commonwealth, one that emphasizes the concerns of the working people who need to have their issues addressed by the party leadership. An excellent start would be for the party to choose a chair who has worked with the grassroots, who understands the importance of growing local committees, and who has a record of achievement. Peter Rousselot is such a person. I strongly support his candidacy for chairman of the DPVA."Elaine OwensGrassroots Organizer, Botetourt County, VA
"Peter: Democrats in Virginia and nationwide would be lucky to have you as our next chair! I can't think of anyone better to lead DPVA through the next several years."Libby GarveyChair, Arlington County School Board
"I like a candidate with a program. Good stuff!"Ingrid MorroyArlington County Commissioner of the Revenue
"Best of luck to you, Peter! If elected, I know you will be an excellent DPVA Chair."Gordon SimonettPresident, Arlington Young Democrats
"Peter's ability to build consensus, willingness to reach out to different constituencies and bold progressive values are exactly what the Democratic Party of Virginia needs right now. He also has exactly the kind of leadership style you want to lead a large organization filled with strong personalities -- level-headed, fair, and relentlessly focused on what really matters: Results."Miles Grant (aka TheGreenMiles)Progressive Environmental Blogger
"We need leaders like Peter who understand the power of grassroots activism to lead us toward victories again on the federal, state and local levels. His work in Arlington is a model for how we can build a long-term network of supporters who are inspired to fight for progress in their communities."Jim McBrideFormer President, Arlington Young Democrats
"Peter you have my enthusiastic endorsement."Kip MalinoskyPrecinct Operations Chair, Arlington County Democratic Party
"Peter has outlined excellent strategic priorities for winning future statewide and local races in Virginia --- and he has a great record of success as a Democratic Party leader!"Terry SerieBuckingham Precinct Captain, Arlington County Democratic Committee
"Peter has repeatedly shown Virginia Democrats the winning game plan under his leadership as ACDC Chair. I am confident that under his diligent leadership as DPVA Chair, we will be able to make a more meaningful and deeper change in the rest of Virginia."Tania HossainMerrifield Precinct Captain, Providence District, Fairfax County Democratic Committee
"We need a consensus builder. A person who can rebuild our party from the ground up. Following the election of Bob McDonnell and the midterm elections, we need someone who is able and willing to shake things up in the Democratic Party. I see that in Peter Rousselot."Jimmy NickersonUniversity Of Richmond Student
"Peter is the best all around candidate for DPVA Chair. In addition to his incredible ability to strengthen and maintain a top-notch political organization, Peter takes the time to reach out to activists and help them to succeed. That is the kind of leadership that DPVA requires to be successful for years to come."Brian StrawFinance Director, Arlington Young Democrats
"Peter Rousselot is a forward-thinking, tactful, thoughtful, hard-working, and passionate leader. There's no one better suited or better prepared to shepherd DPVA through the challenges of the next decade."Arielle Hollandformer Communications Director, Arlington County Democratic Committee
"Peter is a 10 when it comes to delivering results for the Commonwealth. He will be a visionary and strong leader for the DPVA. He's passionate about people and progressive policies and is a master organizer, strategist and political leader who delivers results. His passion and strong prescriptions are what's needed for our party. It's time for true innovation in the DPVA and it's time for Peter Rousselot!"Jim HockPast President, Northern Virginia Democratic Business Council
"I'm happy to see Peter running for DPVA chair. I worked with Peter for 4 years while he was chair in Arlington and he demonstrated an incredible level of sophistication, skill, and commitment in performing the job. Peter was a 24-hour-a-day leader who did an amazing job of moving the institution forward. Peter did an amazing job of balancing the big picture with the small details, moving dramatically forward while acknowledging the past and present, respecting people and process while innovating, carrying on traditions while engaging the next generation of leaders, leading in liberal Arlington while respecting and aiding local committees in other parts of the state with very different values. I can only imagine the progress DPVA could make under his leadership."Eric WolfArlington Democrat
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