CHARLESTON, WV – Joined by 200 supporters, Kanawha County Circuit Judge Jennifer Bailey officially kicked off her campaign Thursday night at the Four Points Sheraton in Charleston, WV. The event brought in a massive fundraising haul north of $150,000 to boost the Judge’s re-election campaign.

During the event, Judge Bailey was endorsed by the South Charleston Professional Firefighters Local 837. Virgil White, President of the South Charleston Professional Firefighters Local 837, was on hand to announce the endorsement.

At the event, White said, “We know you have a strong passion for the law as well as the citizens of Kanawha County and public safety. When it comes to our judicial system, we need a judge who has experience, knowledge, and compassion. [Judge Bailey] has displayed all of these qualities over the years in the courtroom.”

Judge Bailey emphasized her experience, fidelity to the rule of law, and her commitment to serving the people of Kanawha County with honor and integrity. Judge Bailey was introduced to the bipartisan crowd by ret. General Allen Tackett, the former adjutant general for the West Virginia National Guard.

During her remarks Bailey stated, “I’m proud to serve the people of Kanawha County with integrity, and will continue to bring my experience on the bench to apply the rule of law fairly, protect our values, and respect law enforcement. Public service is in my blood and I will work everyday to uphold my oath to the WV Constitution and the U.S. Constitution. I’m not a politician and will never let politics enter the courtroom.”

General Allen Tackett (ret.) said, “Judge Bailey has served with distinction and fidelity to the rule of law. She’s always been tough on crime and does what justice demands in her courtroom. The people of Kanawha County can count on her to keep politics away from the courthouse.”

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