Katelyn O. Page has always been about servicing the greater good, and now she is preparing to take her service to unprecedented levels. Today she announced her intention to seek the Democratic nomination for the 31^st District in the Virginia House of Delegates. The Miss Virginia 2020 has served in a variety of roles, most notably as a Disaster Cycle Services Caseworker with the American Red Cross in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. She has been active in the Prince William County Democratic Committee since staffing Elizabeth Guzman’s successful 2017 campaign. If elected, she will be the youngest elected official in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the youngest Democrat elected to the House or Senate in United States history.

Among the many roles she has served in are as follows:

She also is the Chair of the Prince William County Democratic Women’s Caucus, and the youngest leader elected to this position.

She is the first woman (and youngest person) elected to serve as the Treasurer for the Prince William County Potomac District Democratic Committee.

At age twenty, she co-founded Empowered Beginnings and Beyond, which provides access to prenatal care to underserved communities with the goal reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. She also serves as Chair of the organization.

She is a Northern Virginia Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for neglected and abused children where she works to ensure that the child’s best interests are served within the court system.

In addition to her many roles, she is also a senior at Southern New Hampshire University, with a major in Psychology with a Mental Health concentration and plans to graduate in the Fall.

Ms. Page released the following statement to the PW Perspective: “Younger Americans yearn to have their voices heard and our time is now. The state of our Commonwealth is such that this endeavor is too important not to undertake.”

“As a young progressive, I am stepping up. I am passionate about advocacy among young people and using our voice for change.”

Below are her respective stances on the issues:

Educational Equality

“Not only is a good public-school system the right thing to do for our students, it is a sound business decision. A strong school system attracts economic development and grows our workforce. I have sat in Richmond during education committee meetings of the House, and am prepared to fight for our students, teachers, and administrators.”

The Environment

“We must protect our environment. Virginias forests, waterways, air, and wildlife are much of what attracts residents. In fact, Virginia is 62% forested. Let us work together to improve recycling programs, protect the open spaces, reduce pollution, and leave less impact for years to come.”

Career Potential and Economy

“Virginia’s young people are some of the best and brightest. Let us invest in them and grow their potential so that they can afford their own rent and mortgages and pay off their student loans. Living wages from the average workweek should be Virginia’s standard.

Let us work to seek growth in the state. It is important that our economy works for everyone, especially as we recover from the COVID pandemic.”

Transportation, Traffic, Infrastructure

“Virginia’s traffic burden is deplorable. Our tax dollars should be put to better use, and we deserve a plan for long term comprehensive solution, now. We must work with VDOT, NVTS, county and state leadership in a bipartisan way.”

 Healthcare and Women’s Health

“COVID-19 exposed gaps in our healthcare system. I see this as an opportunity for growth. I will work to ensure that healthcare is both accessible and meeting the needs of our community, preventatively. I refuse to deny anyone access to medical services.”

Maternal Health

“Virginia’s mothers of color are three times more likely to die of pregnancy or childbirth related causes than white mothers. We must reduce maternal mortality in the Commonwealth, and when I am seated, I will fight for all of Virginia’s mothers.”

Veterans and Government Workers

“Having been raised all over the world as a United States Marine Corp brat, I am I have a deep appreciation for our armed services. I would like Virginia to be a state that others look to in terms of what we are doing for our Veterans and government employees. We must do give back to those that have given all.”

So, with everything that she has already accomplished at such a young age, why take this leap into politics as a Delegate? She explains in detail:

“My intent is to speak for the voices of our younger populations – to advance solutions to what we see as the challenges that lie ahead. We deserve a seat at the table as we must live with the consequences of the decisions of those in power for years to come.”