Key Facts
Background
Jennifer Rouse earned a BA in English literature from Virginia Wesleyan College and an MS in sociology from Virginia Commonwealth University. Rouse has worked as a research assistant and is currently a professor of sociology at Tidewater Community College. She also currently owns a consulting business [3]. Rouse is the wife of city council member Aaron Rouse, who represents an at-large seat on the council but is not seeking reelection [4].
Key Issues
Government
Rouse supports the new Virginia Beach district system, believing it creates a city council with more localized representation [4]. She wants to make decisions based mainly on the interests of the local community [1].
Civil Rights
Rouse wants to make Virginia Beach more inclusive [2].
Community
Rouse wants to teach students about the community through the City Council position [2].
Endorsements
Virginia Beach Democratic Committee; DTRT PAC; Aaron Rouse, At-Large City Councilmember; Catalyst for Change
Sources
1 Jennifer Rouse for City Council
2 Wavy
3 LinkedIn
4 Princess Anne Independent News
5 DTRT PAC
6 Virginia Beach Democratic Committee