The Annapolis Democratic Central Committee is building a strong and viable Democratic Party in the City of Annapolis. To accomplish this, we are organizing activities, running voter registration campaigns, promoting the election of the Democratic nominees, and encouraging participation in all activities of the Democratic Party.
Your Annapolis, District 30 and Anne Arundel County Democrats continue to be active in building a strong and energetic Democratic Party. Now, more than ever, we need to be visible, active and make our voices heard. You can make a difference by getting involved at the "grass roots" level.
A Note from Chairman Nick Berry
There is no question that this will be a difficult election for Democrats here in Maryland. The Great Recession, although a Bush legacy, and the normal off-year election bonus to the opposition have created an anticipated swing to the Republicans. Our job is to negate that swing. Fortunately, the Republicans are convinced that just going negative will reap them big gains. Their platform, they believe, of less government and lower taxes will do just fine in meeting the enormous challenges of job creation, environmental protection, energy modernization and conservation, education advancement, technology development, public safety, and a host of local issues demands that governments at all levels be active, progressive, and close to the people. What hogwash! Good government is needed now more than ever.
Again fortunately, our Democratic candidates fit the bill. Martin O’Malley has led Maryland through the Great Recession with fiscal responsibility, progressive educational and environmental legislation, and solid job creation. Barbara Mikulski has continually served Maryland with great energy and devotion; she is an extraordinary senator. Congressmen John Sarbanes and Frank Kratovil are rightly known as hard working and effective representatives of their districts. Joanna Conti, surprising everyone with her grasp of county issues, her vigorous campaign, and fund raising, now threatens to unseat the laid-back, out-of-touch county executive. In District 30, Senator John Astle, Speaker Mike Busch, and Del. Virginia Clagett have legislative records indicating enormous public service to the District. Newcomer Judd Legum will do the same. In particular, why any Annapolitan would not enthusiastically support Mike Busch is beyond belief. His leadership has brought the city huge benefits on behalf of safe streets, a new school, the Chesapeake Bay, the arts, the Lighthouse Shelter, and recreation. He is incomparable.
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