Cory Simpson for Congress

Cory Simpson for Congress Cory Simpson was born in Fairmont and raised in Kanawha County where he graduated from South Charleston High School. D.C. That is why I am running for Congress."

He is the son of Dr. Mark Simpson, DDS, and Connie Simpson. After over a dozen years on Active Duty in the United States Army he has returned home to West Virginia. A central figure in Cory’s life is his grandfather, Fred Wright, a West Virginia coal miner and power plant worker. Grandpa Fred instilled in Cory these words of wisdom: “It is easy to make a dollar, but it’s hard to make a difference.

” Those words have led Cory throughout his life and inspired him to a life of service. Shortly after the September 11th terrorist attacks, Cory decided to join the military. After graduating WVU College of Law, Cory began his career with the United States Army as a Judge Advocate (JAG). Cory is airborne qualified and has earned numerous military awards and decorations through his service, including the Bronze Star and Defense Meritorious Service Medal. He is an accomplished prosecutor and legal advisor with a broad range of experience in federal responses to domestic crisis; international law, with an emphasis on counter-terrorism; and federal criminal law. After spending almost five years overseas in Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, including 19 months in combat working with our nation’s elite Airborne and Special Forces, Cory has a firsthand knowledge and understanding of the challenges we face abroad. In his final assignment on active duty, Cory served at the Pentagon as an advisor to the National Commission on the Future of the Army, an independent, nonpartisan committee appointed by the President and Congress. During this time, Cory saw just how dysfunctional Congress had become, and how their dysfunction threatens the security of our country. Recalling the words of his grandfather, “It is easy to make a dollar, but it’s hard to make a difference,” he has decided to run for Congress so he can continue serving our state and nation making a difference for both.

“Our Congress is broken,” he said. “Many in Congress are more worried about politics and posturing than leadership and governance. is broken, and we must work together to fix it. I understand team work, service above self, and a commitment to the cause to make a difference. Cory currently serves as a Major in the Army Reserve and lives in Charleston. He is blessed to be married to Dr. Meagan McGinley Simpson, an active duty Army doctor completing her residency at Walter Reed National Medical Center. Cory and Meagan have a giant, loving dog, Woobie.

05/12/2016

Thank you everyone who has given such strong support to me and this campaign. We came up short two nights ago. However, we ran a hard campaign, and we did everything within our power to win this election. I’m proud of the work we’ve done and the race we ran.

While I’m disappointed in the outcome of the primary election, I’m optimistic for the future of West Virginia, and I’m optimistic for the future of America. From Jackson County to Jefferson County, we met hard working West Virginian's who are tired of the partisan bickering and political gridlock plaguing our government in Washington and here in Charleston. They’re speaking out and saying enough in enough. I’ve learned that while our politics have become dysfunctional, our people certainly are not. The Mountaineers I’ve had the pleasure of meeting these past three months on the trail are hardworking, decent people, who go to work each day, play by the rules, and provide for their families. I am proud West Virginia is my home, and I'm confident these values which unite us as West Virginians and as Americans will trump the negativity in our politics.

Over the course of this race I’ve had the fortune of meeting great people from all over our state who opened their hearts and their homes to me and this campaign. Many people have gone above and beyond in the support they’ve shown. To them I say thank you. I am forever grateful to the new friends I’ve made and the help they’ve given. John Kennedy once said, “the sun does not always shine in West Virginia, but the people always do.” While the sun may not be shining on our campaign today, I have seen these past three months its true the people of the Mountain State always do.

Very Respectfully,

Cory Simpson

Team Simpson and family celebrating Mother's Day at Bluegrass Kitchen this morning. Thank you Delegate Pushkin and his m...
05/08/2016

Team Simpson and family celebrating Mother's Day at Bluegrass Kitchen this morning. Thank you Delegate Pushkin and his mother for joining us too!

Many people forget Mother's Day was founded right here in West Virginia!

Nice evening at Foam at the Dome at Laidley Field. Same place I ran track in high school!
05/08/2016

Nice evening at Foam at the Dome at Laidley Field. Same place I ran track in high school!

Thank you to the Teamsters for having us out to your family picnic!
05/07/2016

Thank you to the Teamsters for having us out to your family picnic!

Out talking with voters at the East End Yard Sale this morning!
05/07/2016

Out talking with voters at the East End Yard Sale this morning!

Great candidate forum last night hosted by Mothers of Diversity America at Dem 2 Brothers!
05/05/2016

Great candidate forum last night hosted by Mothers of Diversity America at Dem 2 Brothers!

Out in Charleston's East End talking with voters with Delegate Mike Pushkin!
05/04/2016

Out in Charleston's East End talking with voters with Delegate Mike Pushkin!

Wonderful evening at Bollywood Night yesterday benefiting Manna Meal, Inc, WV Health Right, Appalachian Children's Choru...
05/01/2016

Wonderful evening at Bollywood Night yesterday benefiting Manna Meal, Inc, WV Health Right, Appalachian Children's Chorus & Children's Therapy Clinic. I am very proud of my Aunt Jean Simpson, and the work she does with Manna Meal Kitchen in Charleston.

I am proud to receive the endorsement of the Charleston Gazette. Read here what they said of our campaign!"He is well-in...
04/28/2016

I am proud to receive the endorsement of the Charleston Gazette. Read here what they said of our campaign!

"He is well-informed and experienced. We urge voters to support Cory Simpson for Congress in the Democratic primary.

Early voting continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays through May 7. Election Day is May 10."

http://www.wvgazettemail.com/article/20160428/GZ0404/160429589

Cory Simpson is a veteran of Afghanistan who thinks the country turns too quickly to war to solve problems. He felt obligated after Sept. 11 to serve his country, so he joined the Army. He became a Judge Advocate and served at the Pentagon as an adviser to the National Commission on the Future of th…

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