MEET INDIRA
Indira and her husband, Peter, have lived in the Commonwealth for five years - they have planted roots and made it their home. Indira and Peter both love Virginia, and they believe that our shared values can bring a better future for this special community.
Indira holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Relations and a Master’s degree in English Language Translation. As both an entrepreneur and writer, her professional experiences include working in publishing and advertising.
The American Dream
When Indira came to the United States, she very quickly embraced American ideals and freedoms. Eight years after immigrating, Indira earned her United States citizenship - she became an American by choice. As a first-generation American, Indira welcomes the many opportunities that come with this new chapter in her life.
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Born in the Soviet Union, Indira understands first-hand the dangers of a one-party state and a highly centralized government with unchecked power. It was through her humble beginnings that Indira came to truly appreciate how extremely blessed we are in America.
A Dedication to Service
For almost a decade, Indira volunteered for a non-government organization with Special Consultative Status to the United Nations, responsible for charitable contributions, community developments and rehabilitation efforts world-wide.
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Indira has helped to oversee the planning and operation of charitable tours throughout Europe, South Asia and North America. Indira spent several of those years facilitating the daily operations of a major community center in South Asia, including English language translation for educational courses - it is there that she learned the power of service, compassion, and selfless care.
Indira’s devotion to volunteering is perhaps most illustrated by her leadership in the world of giving. In 2013, Indira formed the WE Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to raising funds for the care and protection of children without parents in under-developed communities.
Indira now spends some of her free time volunteering at the Fairfax County Animal Shelter. Indira proudly served the County of Fairfax as an Election Officer during the 2022 & 2024 elections. These are just a few ways that Indira is giving back to her local community.
WHY I'M RUNNING - A NOTE FROM INDIRA
I believe it is our duty as American citizens to step up and do all that we can to preserve the freedom that this great Nation affords us. I am stepping up. I offer my commitment to service, enthusiasm and patriotism to the Commonwealth of Virginia. I’d like to demonstrate that immigrants from all around the world can and do embrace American conservative values.
No one can do it all, but every one of us can do something.
As a legal immigrant, I’ve experienced first-hand the blessings of individual liberty and the American Dream. Now, I’m prepared to stand for the ideals of my Country. I will work hard for the people of District 8 and aim to deliver solutions to Virginia that prioritize the values and interests of my constituents.
MY PRIORITIES
Public Safety
I will support practical reforms and make sure our police and first responders have the tools, training, and resources they need to keep Virginia safe.
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I believe that law enforcement officers are the heroes of our local community. We should be empowering these professionals to enforce existing laws and protect our families. Supporting our police goes beyond funding. We can help law enforcement by encouraging and restoring trust in our police officers.
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We need more police, not less. Simply put, our police keep us safe - they are the frontline that we turn to for help. Let’s show our heroes that we appreciate their sacrifice!
Fiscal Responsibility
I will work to lower taxes, back our small businesses, and see that Richmond spends your tax dollars responsibly.
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Increases in taxes have enabled excessive costs and wasteful spending. The solution is not higher taxes, but rather managed growth and a focus on reduced crime, superior education, and quality of life.
I pledge to staunchly oppose any efforts that seek to increase taxes. I will always advocate for and support sensible measures that stress the importance of smarter spending and fiscal responsibility.
Education
I will defend parents' rights, focus on strong academics, and ensure classrooms are about learning, not politics.
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Nothing is more important than the well-being of our families. Receiving a well-balanced and meaningful education is part of the American dream. We must combat any measures that seek to further expand the role of government in our daily lives, particularly in the education of our loved ones.
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I am determined to block the funding of programs that force political ideologies on our families and communities. It is not the role of government to use your money to further radical philosophies or partisan agendas. Vigilance and careful spending are the first steps in keeping indoctrination out of our institutions and education system.