Prosperity, Economic Growth at Core of Korman's Campaign

Prosperity and sustainable economic growth will be at the forefront of Bethesda resident Marc Korman's campaign to become a District 16 state delegate in the November 2014 election, according to his candidacy announcement.

"I am excited to engage in a campaign of ideas," he wrote in the statement.

District 16 covers much of Bethesda, Chevy Chase and Potomac, according to the state's legislative map. 

"The most important issue facing our community is sustainable economic growth and prosperity for all. Improving the outlook for jobs and economic success will allow us to do many of the things we desire as progressives: improving our quality of life, cleaning up the environment, rebuilding our infrastructure and assisting those less fortunate. In our community, that means focusing on our successful schools and our transportation network."

Korman continued, saying that "among the important ways the community can ensure economic success is working to fix Metro. Our regional bus, rail and paratransit system moves hundreds of thousands of people to work each day, and with improved service and dedicated funding, it will better allow hundreds of thousands of residents to have easier drives while fueling many of our economic hubs."

Schools also are a focus of Korman's campaign. "Montgomery County must also receive increased funding for school construction," he stated. "[With] ... 10,000 additional children expected to enter the 149,000 student system over the next five years, this is a necessity."

Supporter Isaac Salazar, of Friendship Heights, says that "Marc will bring a breath of fresh air to Annapolis." 

Bethesda business owner and 2010 District 16 delegate candidate Scott Goldberg agrees, stating that "Marc understands that improving our community is about both policy and people. He knows the details of every issue and how to build relationships to make things happen."

Lora Drezner, of Potomac, adds that "Marc's ability and drive to connect with all constituents in our district reflects his Montgomery County roots and firm belief that what is accomplished in Annapolis directly impacts the quality of life in our community." 

Since 2007, Korman has served as District 16's elected member to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee, which governs the local Democratic Party. He chairs the Western Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Board and is the secretary of the board of directors of the Bethesda Urban Partnership. 

A Montgomery County native, he lives with his wife, Rebecca, and son, Harrison, in Bethesda and works as an attorney in Washington, DC, specializing in communications and transportation law, according to his candidacy statement.