Some of the longest and strongest relationships I have in this district and this City and State are with Black women who have been leading in their neighborhoods for decades. When I think about my experience in elected office, it is Black women who have shaped me and showed me what this work is about and what matters most — Lisa Gladden, Joan Carter Conway, Verna Jones Rodwell, Catherine Pugh, Shirley Nathan Pulliam, Delores Kelley, Melony Griffith, Mary Washington, Jill P Carter, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, and Sheila Dixon. These women showed me what it actually means to be a warrior for people, and I hope my work on an everyday basis shows them how much they have taught me. thebanner.com/politics-power…

Twenty years ago, I was told to accept things the way they were. I didn't. And I never will. For the last 15 years as your State Senator, I have delivered for the residents of the 46th District and protected against threats to our freedoms. On June 23rd, I am asking for your vote so that we can keep fighting for the 46th.

The Democratic Central Committee does the essential work of democracy between elections — keeping District 46 organized, engaged, and represented. Team 46 is proud to endorse: Barrington Branch Turrell Brooks Nick Frisone Joe Koehler Kellie Gaither Kristen McCurdy Martina Owens Natasha Zepeda This slate reflects the full breadth of District 46 — different neighborhoods, different backgrounds, one shared commitment to this community. This district has an extraordinary bench of people who want to serve, and I'm committed to working with all Central Committee members. Vote Team 46 on June 23rd.

Brooke Lierman and I have been neighbors, friends, and colleagues doing this work side by side for nearly a decade. She was elected to serve the 46th District as a Delegate in 2014 — already one of the sharpest policy minds in the building — and spent eight years showing up for these neighborhoods and the people who live here. When she ran for Comptroller, I endorsed her without hesitation. Today she’s the first woman independently elected to statewide constitutional office in Maryland history. And she still lives right here in the 46th. Her endorsement means more to me than most because she knows this district, she knows this community, and she’s seen up close what we’ve built together for Baltimore over the years. Early voting starts June 11. Election Day is June 23.

Brandon Scott and I go back almost 20 years. We came up in public service together, long before either of us was in the jobs we’re in now. He’s Mayor. I’m Senate President. A lot has changed since then. I’m proud to have Brandon’s endorsement — and even prouder of what we’ve built together for this city. New schools. Lower crime. Investment coming home to our neighborhoods. A Baltimore that’s proving what’s possible when people refuse to give up on it. Early voting starts June 11. Election Day is June 23. Let’s keep building.