"I hope the voters will send Irene to serve us in the 86th so that she can work with me on the issues that matter to our residents. I know that with Irene in the House, I will have an effective partner and the voters of this district will have a duo of progressive champions who know how to get things done.”

Statement of Congressman Kim: “Zero. That’s how many Korean American women have been elected to the Virginia legislature. This year we can change history by electing the first Korean American woman to the House of Delegates, Irene Shin.

“I’m proud to support my friend Irene Shin in her bid to represent the 86th House District. Irene is a proven progressive who will bring a fresh approach and effective leadership to the House of Delegates,” said Kofi Annan.