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AFRO Ballot The AFRO American Newspapers is proud to present a list of endorsements ahead of Primary Election Day on May 14. Make sure you have this week’s edition of the AFRO in hand for easy reference when you make your way to the polls!
President and Vice President
RJoe Biden and Kamala Harris U.S. Senate AFRO File Photo
Angela Alsobrooks, who currently serves as executive of Prince George’s County in Maryland, seeks to represent residents as a senator in the U.S. Congress.
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John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr., who currently serves as executive of Baltimore County, is looking to serve residents in Maryland’s 2nd Congressional District.
The AFRO is proud to endorse current Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott for another term in office.
The AFRO endorses Angela Alsobrooks for U.S Senate By AFRO Staff Prince George’s County (PG County) Executive, Angela Alsobrooks, a lifelong Prince Georgian, is running to be the Democratic nominee in the race for Maryland’s representative in the U.S. Senate. Alsobrooks is seeking a seat vacated by long-time Sen. Ben Cardin, who announced his retirement
last May. Alsobrooks is a native of Maryland and has dedicated nearly 30 years of service to families throughout the state in a variety of roles. During her time as PG County State’s Attorney, she says she learned how opportunities or resources often miss residents who eventually have run-ins with the law. With a new perspective and the power
to provide change for these disadvantaged individuals, she has worked to improve healthcare, neighborhood safety, new schools and facilities that focused on addiction and mental health care. The former State’s Attorney, who has been PG County Executive since 2018, has a platform that is centered around issues
like education, reproductive health, gun violence, economic opportunity and affordable housing. Alsobrooks is promising to fight against matters that are disproportionately affecting minority communities across the nation. At the top of her agenda is women’s reproductive care, noting that she plans to pass Continued on A3
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott picks up AFRO endorsement in 2024 election By AFRO Staff In the Democratic primary election, the AFRO endorses Baltimore City Brandon M. Scott for reelection as Mayor of Baltimore City. During his first term, his plans have led to a reduction
in gun violence, an increase in funding and services to young people and a projected decrease in quality of life crimes currently plaguing the city. Under Scott’s leadership, homicides in Baltimore have decreased, with fewer
than 300 homicides in 2023, the first time since 2015. His focus on the needs of his constituents has been unwavering, and he has shown a strong dedication to improving the lives of Baltimore residents. Scott has brought a
youthful energy and a deep commitment to serving the people of Baltimore– particularly during challenging times such as the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. This election is Continued on A3
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John ‘Johnny O’ Olszewski Jr. seeks to serve Maryland’s 2nd Congressional District
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By AFRO Staff Baltimore County Executive John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr. stands out when scrolling the list of candidates for Maryland’s 2nd Congressional District. As county executive, he has modernized Baltimore County’s government and addressed issues like police reform and gun safety. Though he is only 41, he is a veteran of politics, having served in political offices since he was 23. Olszewski was elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 2006, serving District 6 until 2015. While there, he served as
chairman of the Baltimore County House Delegation, helping lead economic growth and school board reform efforts for the county. He was also in the House Economic Matters Committee and chaired the subcommittee on Banking, Economic Development, Science and Technology. In the past month, Olszewski has shown extraordinary leadership as state and local leaders plan and execute recovery efforts for the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed in the early morning hours of March 26 after being struck by a container ship. The catastrophic event has been gracefully handled
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RAngela Alsobrooks U.S. House of Representatives R2nd District - John Olszewski R3rd District - Mike Rogers R7th District - Kweisi Mfume
BALTIMORE CITY Mayor
RBrandon Scott President, City Council
RNick Mosby Comptroller
RBill Henry City Council Representatives R1st District R2nd District - Danielle McCray R3rd District - Margo Bruner Settles R4th District - Mark Conway R5th District - Issac Schneider R6th District - Sharon Green Middleton R7th District - James Torrence R8th District - Bilal Ali R9th District - John T. Bullock R10th District - Phylicia Porter R11th District - Eric Costello R12th District - Robert Stokes Sr. R13th District - Antonio Glover R14th District - Odette Ramos
BALTIMORE COUNTY
Circuit Court Judges
RJudge Michael S. Barranco RJudge Patricia M. DeMaio RJudge Marc A. DeSimone RJudge James L. Rhodes
Dates to know for the 2024 election cycle in Baltimore and D.C.
As Election Day 2024 quickly approaches, the AFRO is making sure readers stay informed. Take a look at upcoming important dates to know before you cast your vote this year:
Washington, D.C. Democratic Primary: - Registration for the democratic presidential primary and general election will be open until May 14 - Mail in ballots must be submitted and postmarked by May 14 - June 4 will be Primary Election Day for democrats
at voting centers throughout the District - On Nov. 5 the general election will take place, with polls closing at 7pm
Voters will be able to cast ballots for the U.S. president, delegates in the United States House of Representatives, at-large members of the Council of the District of Columbia and Ward council members from Wards 2, 4, 7 and 8. Voters will also be asked to select United States senators and local party committee members in addition to convention delegates
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at the request of the eligible parties. Qualified non-citizens can now vote in D.C. elections for local offices. Non-citizens cannot vote for federal offices. Early voting will begin in the nation's capital 15 days before the election. All active, registered voters will be sent a no-excuse mail-in ballot for the D.C. primary. Baltimore: - Voter registration will close ahead of the primary Continued on A3