By Caley Fox Shannon Early voting began Oct. 24 in Maryland, with some voters lining up before sunrise to cast their votes when the polls opened at 7 a.m. for president, Senate, House, ballot initiatives and various local races. In Montgomery County, early birds formed a line at dawn outside the Silver Spring Civic Building. […]
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The AFRO endorses Harris, Alsobrooks ahead of Election Day 2024
These two women have consistently demonstrated their dedication not only to the Black community but to all constituents, regardless of their leadership roles. Harris announced her candidacy for the presidency on July 27. A Howard University alumna and proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Harris has a long history of public service. She […]
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Angela Alsobrooks, top Democratic senate candidate in Maryland, speaks on economy, reproductive rights with HBCU students
Morgan State University’s campus newspaper, The Spokesman, hosted a forum for students and the public to hear from leading candidates in the race for Maryland’s U.S. Senate seat, with Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks discussing gun violence, reproductive rights, and economic goals.
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Oprah Winfrey, Gov. Wes Moore speak at 2024 Democratic National Convention
By Alexis Taylor AFRO Managing Editor Media mogul Oprah Winfrey and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered electrifying speeches on day three of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. A host of noted leaders and elected officials spoke straight to voters via live stream on the DNC’s official Youtube channel. Both implored voters to take part in […]
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Upcoming National Night Out events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
By Tierra StoneAFRO Interntierrastone@afro.com Madeline SeckAFRO Internmseck@afro.com and Lizzy SuberAFRO Internlizzysuber@afro.com * As severe weather is expected on Aug. 6, some 2024 National Night Out events may be rescheduled or canceled. Every year since 1984, National Night Out (NNO) events give locals and law enforcement time to bridge the gap and come together to make […]
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore to endorse Kamala Harris for president
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is set to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 election on July 22, following a Zoom call hosted by Win With Black Women that raised over 1.5 million dollars.
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Maryland leaders celebrate graduation of first cohort of Gov. Wes Moore’s service year program
Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon M. Scott spoke at the commencement for the first cohort of the Maryland Corps Service Year Option, a campaign promise of Moore’s, which offers recent high school graduates an opportunity to serve their community while earning at least $15 an hour.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pardons over 175,000 low-level marijuana convictions
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has pardoned over 175,000 misdemeanor cannabis convictions in an effort to address the consequences of criminalization and to help build a brighter future for the state.
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Congressman Kweisi Mfume appointed to U.S. House of Foreign Affairs Committee
Congressman Kweisi Mfume has been appointed to the U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs, where he will be responsible for oversight and legislation regarding national security developments affecting foreign policy.
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U.S. Rep. David Trone rallies behind PG County Exec. Angela Alsobrooks following Md. senate primary defeat
U.S. Rep. David Trone lost his bid to become the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maryland, with Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks winning the primary election.
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Alsobrooks defeats Trone by decisive margin, wins Maryland Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Angela Alsobrooks has won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Maryland, defeating Rep. David Trone by a margin of 10 to 1, and is now set to face former Maryland governor Larry Hogan in the general election.
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The AFRO endorses Alsobrooks, Scott, Mosby and more
The AFRO announced their full slate of endorsements for the 2024 campaign, including Angela Alsobrooks for U.S. Senate, Brandon M. Scott for Baltimore City mayor, Nick Mosby for Baltimore City Council president and more.