Eric Cantor draws 2010 opponent
Eric Cantor (R-7th), perhaps the sleaziest member of Virginia’s Congressional delegation, has drawn a 2010 challenger.
Richmond, VA –Virginia small businessman Charlie Diradour today launched his congressional campaign for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.
“Virginians know we need to get our economy moving again. As a small business owner, I understand the importance of creating jobs, reducing taxes, and having an educational system that teaches the values and skills that enable our children to lead productive lives.”
It’s going to be an uphill battle, though. Cantor has received more than 60 percent of the vote in each of his first five campaigns and the 7th district (which I used to live in) leans heavily Republican. Part of the problem, though, is that Cantor has never really faced a strong candidate. It looks as though Diradour may represent a change in this pattern.