Virginia's 8th District · 2026
Integrity.
Courage.
Commitment.
A U.S. Navy veteran, licensed Professional Engineer, and Northern Virginia mom — running for Congress in Virginia's 8th District to bring honest leadership back to our community.
What I'm Fighting For
Stronger Families
Supporting parents, seniors, and working families across our community.
Economic Opportunity
Growing jobs, supporting small businesses, lowering the cost of living.
Safe Communities
Backing our first responders and keeping our neighborhoods safe.
Quality Education
Investing in our schools and putting parents at the center of decisions.
Responsible Leadership
Fiscal accountability, transparency, and common-sense solutions.
About Shelly
A neighbor. A leader. A voice for us.
Shelly Arnoldi is a U.S. Navy veteran, licensed Professional Engineer, and accomplished leader with more than 27 years of experience managing major facilities and construction projects for the military, Department of Defense schools, and cultural institutions such as the Smithsonian and the National Gallery of Art.
Born and raised in Wisconsin, Shelly earned her engineering degree at Marquette University on a ROTC scholarship before completing a master's in environmental engineering at Old Dominion University. She came to Northern Virginia in 2010 and has raised her family here — two daughters and two stepsons, all of whom attended Fairfax County Public Schools.
She is a lifelong runner and triathlete, a proud wife and mother, and a Catholic whose faith and discipline shape her commitment to public service.
Integrity ensures that leaders act with honesty, transparency, and accountability — always putting the needs of their constituents above personal or political gain.Shelly ArnoldiOn the Qualities of Public Service
Commonwealth of Virginia · General Election · November 3, 2026
Virginia's 8th Congressional District · U.S. House of Representatives
She's on the November ballot.
Thanks to thousands of Virginians who signed and circulated petitions, Shelly Arnoldi is officially on the November 3rd general election ballot for Virginia's 8th Congressional District. Now the real work begins.
- Election Day. November 3, 2026 — mark your calendar and make a plan to vote.
- Early Voting. In-person early voting in Virginia begins September 19. No excuse needed.
- Vote by Mail. Request an absentee ballot from your local registrar by October 27.
- Spread the Word. Talk to friends, neighbors, and coworkers across the 8th district — every conversation counts.
- Get Involved. Volunteer for canvassing, phone banking, and events. Contact the campaign to sign up.
🎉 Signatures delivered — Shelly is officially on the ballot!
The Work Ahead
Priorities for Virginia's 8th.
Strong Schools, Strong Families
Put parents back at the center of their children's education. Defend parental rights. Ensure our schools return to teaching the fundamentals while respecting family values.
Lower Taxes, More Opportunity
Cut taxes and red tape that hurt small businesses so our local economy can thrive. Hold data centers responsible for their own energy and water — not at the expense of working families.
Honest, Accountable Government
Term limits. Transparent budgets. An end to the influence of special interests over the needs of constituents. I've signed the U.S. Term Limits pledge — and I'll keep it.
Safe Communities
Stand with our first responders. Enforce the laws on the books. Keep Northern Virginia the kind of place families want to raise children and seniors want to retire.
Upcoming Events
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Shelly Speaks.
Sep 25, 2026 · patch.com
Candidate Profile: Shelly Arnoldi For VA 8th Congressional District
Four candidates are vying for Virginia's 8th district seat in the House of Representatives. Here, Shelly Arnoldi make her case for the job.
Jul 26, 2026 · ganjingworld
2026 Virginia Candidates Meet & Greet (2) Candidates:Bert Mizusawa,Kim Farington,Shelly Arnoldi,David Sisson,Arthur Purves
On July 26, 2026, a meet and greet hosted by the Asian Community Service Center (ACSC) brought together candidates seeking offices ranging from local government to Congress, alongside community members concerned about Beijing's far-reaching influence on US soil.
Jan 1, 2024 · X
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Daily commentary on Virginia politics, education, and accountability. 19,800+ posts · @ShellyArnoldi
Aug 30, 2023 · Rumble
Fairfax County School Board Speech
Shelly addresses the school board on parental rights and education policy.
Jan 1, 2023 · YouTube
Shelly Arnoldi on YouTube
Watch Shelly speak on the issues facing Northern Virginia families.
More appearances coming soon — podcasts, forums, and events will be added here as they go live.
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Stand for Health Freedom
Inspiring and empowering individuals to engage in the political process and making it undeniable to both citizens and lawmakers that America still stands for health freedom.
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Libertarian Party of Northern Virginia
Advancing the ideas of Liberty through social events, community outreach, and running candidates for elected office in the counties of Loudoun, Arlington, and Fairfax including the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, and Fairfax.
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