New shock poll shows Foreman/Surovell SD36 a virtual tie
In an exclusive poll released to Bearing Drift, Dumfries Mayor Jerry Foreman is down by 2% points to Delegate Scott Surovell in the Senate District 36. This race, considered a sleeper from the start, may have just got a lot hotter.
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Surovell is ahead in Fairfax County, while Foreman has a formidable lead in Prince William County and in Stafford County. More importantly, Mayor Foreman leads with independents 41%-33%. More Democrats than Republicans were polled, and Terry McAliuffe polled strongly in SD36. This does not look good for Mr. Surovell.
Surovell has served in the House of Delegates since 2009. In the last election, Surovell drew no opponent and won with over 70% of the vote. The 36th Senate District Seat is currently held by retiring Senator Toddy Puller, who won her last election with 55% of the vote.
Mayor Jerry Foreman, a veteran with 25 years’ experience with the United States Marine Corps, has served as the Mayor of Dumfries since 2012. Prior to that, Mayor Foreman was a member of the Town Council of Dumfries.
His Campaign Manager had this to say to Bearing Drift:
” We are pleased to see results which reflect what we are hearing in the district.
It’s clear that Mayor Foreman’s commitment door to door campaigning, and his record as a local Mayor who has significantly reduced tax rates, promoted policies to help businesses grow, and fought for decisive action on Route 1 improvements is resonating with voters. We are encouraged by these numbers and it’s clear that momentum is on our side in this race. “
This may signal trouble for Surovell in the PWC and Stafford portion of the district, since he has represented only Fairfax in his time in the House. Foreman has been a popular mayor elected outside of Fairfax County, so that may play into his favor.
It’s a long way to November, but this is a positive sign for the Foreman campaign. Time for them to roll up their sleeves and hit the doors!
