Eileen Cassidy Rivera - Democrat for Delegate Virginia House District 5

INFORMATION FOR VOTERS

The firehouse primary will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

To be eligible to vote, you must live and be registered to vote in House District 5.
If you are unsure, check to see your House District here.

--- POLLING PLACES ---

Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library
5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304

Beatley Library is across the street from HD5’s border and has proven to be a great polling place –
lots of parking, ADA-accessible, and plenty for space!

Charles Houston Recreation Center
901 Wythe Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

The election is Tuesday, January 20. Polls are open 8:30 am - 7 pm

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Education & Community

Two-time American University graduate (MBA, Kogod School of Business; BA, School of International Service), with additional studies at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México and Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

As an active Alexandria Democratic Committee member, co-created Rock the Blue, an ADC event energizing Democratic supporters and has hosted numerous fundraisers at her home.

Bilingual in Spanish, connecting with Alexandria's diverse community. Eileen and her husband Andrew are proud parents of three children.

Experience That Matters

From the Peace Corps to the Small Business Administration to corporate boardrooms, I've worked across sectors to build coalitions and drive change.

A Track Record of Results
Whether reducing red tape for small businesses or launching mental health campaigns for Veterans, I get things done.

Deep Roots in Alexandria
As a School Board member, parent of three, and longtime resident, I understand the challenges our families face because I live them too.

A Voice for All
Bilingual in Spanish, I'm committed to representing every corner of our diverse community—from Del Ray and Arlandria to the West End.

Eileen knows what it takes to deliver results, and will bring her experience and can do attitude to tackle our toughest challenges–rising costs, school crowding, and the pressure of long commutes and limited housing options.

Education Champion
Former Alexandria City School Board Member (2006–2009) and named Education Advocate of the Year by Tenants and Workers United for her work to close the achievement gap, especially for immigrant and disabled students.

Federal Leadership
Led international trade and small business programs at the U.S. Department of Commerce and Small Business Administration, working with leaders including the late Secretary Ronald H. Brown.

Meet Eileen

Healthcare Innovation
Corporate executive at Fortune 500 companies, leading communications for major federal health and technology programs serving Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries, Service Members, and Veterans. Launched a national campaign to reduce Veteran suicide by breaking down the stigma around mental health.

Trusted Public Servant
Appointed by Governors Warner, McAuliffe, and Northam to key boards and commissions, including the Board of Visitors of Gunston Hall and the Virginia Business Education Partnership.

Eileen Cassidy Rivera
Democrat for Delegate
Virginia House District 5
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Alexandria is a community that believes in opportunity, inclusion, and looking out for one another. Rising costs, school crowding, long commutes, and limited housing options are making it harder to build a life here in the neighborhoods we love.

Eileen has spent her career solving complex problems and bringing people together to get results. From helping companies and small businesses compete globally at the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Small Business Administration to improving healthcare for Veterans at Fortune 500 companies.

Economic Opportunity & Small Business

Our city thrives when small businesses and workers can succeed together. From her work at the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Peace Corps, and Small Business Administration to her corporate leadership roles, Eileen knows what it takes to build a fair, inclusive economy.

She'll cut red tape for small businesses across Alexandria and support good-paying jobs close to home—so every neighbor has a chance to share in our city's economic strength.

Eileen's Commitment

As a former School Board member, award-winning communications strategist, and public servant, Eileen Cassidy Rivera is running to bring practical solutions to Richmond—one that stands up for Alexandria families, protects our federal workforce, supports small businesses, and fights for fully funded schools and affordable housing.

What I Stand For

✔ Criminal Reform

✔ Economic Equality

✔ Better Education

✔ Safer Communities

✔ Gun Control

✔ Healthcare

✔ Housing

✔ Immigration

✔ Equal Rights

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