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Tom Perez, who recently completed his term as chair of the Democratic National Committee, announced on Wednesday that he is running for governor of Maryland. Perez, a resident of Takoma Park, announced his bid on social media, sharing a campaign video. Prior to serving as DNC chair, Perez served as U.S. Labor Secretary under former […]

Candidates are starting to announce their candidacy for Maryland’s 2022 gubernatorial election. Maryland’s current governor, Larry Hogan (R), is ineligible to run for reelection due to term limits. Here’s a look at who is in, who is out, and who is up in the air when it comes to putting their hat in the ring […]

The field of candidates for Maryland’s 2022 gubernatorial election continues to grow. Most recently, John King, the former Education Secretary under President Barack Obama, put his hat in the ring and is putting education at the forefront of his campaign. King, a Silver Spring resident, announced his candidacy Tuesday morning on social media, with a […]

State Comptroller Peter Franchot, 72, announced his plan to run for governor in 2022 at Denizens Brewing Co. in Silver Spring on Monday. He is the first person to announce their candidacy for the position.  Standing before a crowd of more than 50 people at @DenizensBrewing in Silver Spring, Maryland Comptroller @peterfranchot says he’s absolutely […]

This episode of “21 This Week” with guest host Susan Heltemes and the panel discuss the citizen cabinet movement in Maryland, predict the outcome of the U.S. Senate races, and a bid a farewell to local elected officials not returning to office after the Nov. 4 general election. The show’s panel of political observers includes Rich Parsons, […]

This episode of “21 This Week” with host Casey Aiken and his panel starts with an interview of Jim Shalleck, the republican candidate for County Executive. Then Casey and his panel discuss Larry Hogan’s chances to upset Anthony Brown in the Maryland gubernatorial race and then take a look at Montgomery County’s preparations to handle […]