Takis Karantonis
Lida's Husband, Arlington VA County Board Chair, Economist, Planner, Community Leader, Believer in livable neighborhoods everybody can call home, Pedestrian, Cyclist, Metro-Rider, Cat aficionado. TakisForArlington.com
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- Strong and steady stream of #voters all across #ArlingtonVA. Our volunteer @arlingtondems poll greeters are hitting it out of the park! Awesome to cross paths with so many of our elected Dems + Moe Bryant! - @kimklingler @lopez4VA @bethanyzsutton @parisa4justice
- Early #voters = early greeters! Here’s to our intrepid @arlingtondems volunteer poll-greeters! 💙
- Polls are open #ArlingtonVA! At my home precinct (Columbia) we are early #voters! Let’s make this a historic victory for #Virginia and for the our Nation! #VoteBlue!
- Last doors this #ElectionDay eve! Tomorrow is the day! 🗳️ Polls open at 6am! - and close at 7pm! 🗳️ We vote at our regular voting locations! 🗳️ www.arlingtondemocrats.org/vote 🗳️ Let's win this! #VoteBlue!
- Sharing with our fmr Congressman Jim Moran the honor of attending the dedication of two new "stumbling stones", Memorializing The Enslaved - today at Dawson Terrace in Rosslyn, celebrating the lives of Bess and Henry who lived here, enslaved. Find out more: enslavedarl.org/s/memorializ...
- Today! Last day of #EarlyVoting: In #ArlingtonVA you can vote at three locations until 5PM: 🗳️ Bozman Gov. Center 🗳️ Walter Reed Community Center 🗳️ Madison Community Center 💙 #VoteBlue ! pic.x.com/MsBPJYApkyht...
- The first line of defense of our #Democracy passes through #Virginia: Very high #Voter turnout on this last day of #EarlyVoting in #ArlingtonVA: Voters across #Virginia know very well what is at stake and massively support our #Democratic Ticket! #VoteBlue!
- #Halloween is for fearless #voters! Tomorrow, Sat. Nov. 1 is the last day of early voting, 9am to 5pm at three locations: 🗳️ Bozman Gov. Center 🗳️ Walter Reed Community Center 🗳️ Madison Community Center 💙 #VoteBlue !
- #Halloween on N Jackson St. ! #ArlingtonVA's best attended block party tonight! Thank you @ArlingtonVaPD for making sure that everything and everybody was safe tonight!
- Rise & shine #ArlingtonVA ! Proud to host 40,000 runners on our streets for the #MCM50 this morning!
- Nothing’s more energizing for me than greeting voters! Along with our amazing @arlingtondems volunteers! In #ArlingtonVA and across #Virginia we are defending #Democracy by making it happen! 10 days to go! #VoteBlue #VoteEarly : www.arlingtondemocrats.org/vote
- Light will prevail over darkness! To our #Hindu Community and all who celebrate in #ArlingtonVA and across the World: A very happy #Diwali!
- On this Highest Holy Day for our Jewish Community observing Yom Kippur, a day of reflection, atonement and renewal: G’mar Chatimah Tova!
- Shana Tova! To our Jewish community celebrating New Year, and the begining of the High Holidays: Faith underpins our resilience in difficult times, as it unites us around values of empathy, justice, love and peace. A sweet and joyful #RoshHashana!
- Thank you for hosting another great Chili Cookoff, and for the honor of the Best Veggie Chili award!
- I had a great Labor Day weekend — starting at the NoVA Labor Picnic on Sunday and finishing at the @arlingtondems Chili Cookoff yesterday. It was a reminder that the labor movement has always been about dignity, fairness, and opportunity — values we must defend and strengthen.
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- The fight for attainable housing is not over. I’m committed to preserving affordability, protecting tenants, and making sure everyone in Arlington has a secure and attainable place to call home. 🏡
- I’m working to build a safer, more connected Arlington, with better sidewalks, bike trails, and reliable public transit. Infrastructure should serve the people who use it every day—and that means putting safety, access, and sustainability first!
- I’m proud to be endorsed by NoVA Labor and IBEW for my strong record of supporting workers, good jobs, and a thriving local economy. From championing small businesses to advancing workforce development, Arlington’s success starts with protecting the people who move us forward! 🤝🛠️
- ‼️This event has been postponed for a later day in August! Be on the lookout for more details as we continue our support for attainable housing.
- I’m honored to be endorsed by the Sierra Club for my commitment to environmental sustainability & climate resilience. Arlington is far ahead of schedule in implementing our climate plan. I am committed to protecting the health of our communities & environment! 🌳🌎
- The fight for attainable housing is not over. Join us, July 30th, as we raise crucial funds for Takis’s re-election campaign to the Arlington County Board, supporting a proven leader who has consistently stood up for community-centered housing policies. RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/takis...
- #ColumbiaPike (esp the easy-end)
- Honored to deliver Arlington’s “State of the County” Address and connect with dedicated business & civic leaders! From strengthening Arlington’s social safety net to supporting local businesses through economic hardship, Arlington is stepping up. Together we’ll get through this, with action & input!
- Grateful to have attended the ribbon-cutting for “The Wendy”, a beautiful new addition to our Arlington community. Congratulations to the team on a successful opening and already welcoming new residents!
- Rain couldn’t stop the joy at the Arlington Juneteenth Festival! ❤️🖤💚 We gathered at Wakefield to celebrate freedom, community, and the ongoing fight for justice. Grateful to hear from my friend and colleague JD Spain and to be surrounded by such love and purpose!
- Your support means everything. Feeling honored, humbled, and ready to fight on for Arlington!
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- Thank you Arlington for showing up! Not just for today's results, but for a promise to continue serving our community. I appreciate all your support on this campaign and look forward to carrying this momentum to November.
- A heartfelt thank you to every organization, union, elected official, colleague, and community member who has supported and endorsed this campaign. I’m moved by your trust and partnership. Let’s keep pushing forward!
- Primary Day - let’s go!
- Grateful to the organizations and unions whose support has been vital to this campaign. Your dedication and partnership have been instrumental, and I’m proud to work alongside such a committed team!
- I'm proud to have the support of Arlington’s constitutional officers—leaders whose commitment to justice, transparency, and public service reflects the very best of our community! Their backing speaks to the shared vision that guides my campaign: delivering real results, and advancing Arlington.
- 🎦 Join the Takis for Arlington team for an Election Night Watch Party! 📍 Location: Café Sazón in Columbia Pike ⏰ Time: Tuesday, June 17th @ 7:00pm RSVP: secure.ngpvan.com/h_02bzVEfk6a...
- Thankful to have the support of these amazing Arlington School Board Members! Their dedication to strengthening our public schools and advocating for student success is inspiring. I'm grateful for their endorsement as we work towards opportunity, and excellence in education for all Arlingtonians.
- Thank you to everyone who came out to the Columbia Pike Blues Festival! It was a pleasure connecting with so many of you, sharing conversations, great music, and the incredible spirit that makes Arlington a special place.
- Honored to have the support of three outstanding Virginia State leaders- Adele McClure, Barbara Favola, and Alfonso Lopez. Their steadfast dedication to public service and deep commitment to their constituents inspire me. I am truly thankful for their endorsement!
- Grateful to have the support of three incredible Arlington leaders: JD Spain, Maureen Coffey, & Matt de Ferranti. Each has served our community with compassion, courage, and vision. I'm honored to have their endorsement & keep working to make Arlington a place where everyone can thrive!
- 🌟T-4 days🌟 Arlington is showing up—for each other, for our future, and for a seat at the table where it matters most! From doorsteps to precincts, this community is building something together. Let’s finish strong. Here are some opportunities to get involved! ⬇️
- The violent manhandling of @SenAlexPadilla is a severe injury to our #Democracy. What's worse: it is an insult to all of us who defend our #constitution and the right of our elected representatives to exercise oversight and hold the administration accountable for their actions. #NoKings
- 🗳️Get Ready for Primary Day (June 17th): 3 Things You Should Know. We’re almost there—help us bring it home. Sign up here to greet voters! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
- Last night, I had the joy of reconnecting with longtime friend and community leader Renée Gutshall, spouse of the late Erik Gutshall. Erik and I were close colleagues and friends. Thank you, Renée, for your support, strength, and trust. It means the world.
