Politics

When Black elected officials endorse against Black candidates in a majority-Black district, voters deserve an explanation. “Charity starts at home.” (RANDALLSTOWN – July 1, 2026) – There are moments in politics when elections reveal more than winners and losers. They reveal priorities. The Democratic primary for Baltimore County Council’s 2nd District is one of those moments. The question is no longer simply why Ruben Amaya is leading Lawrence Williams. The larger question is this: Why did an all-Black political leadership team representing one of Baltimore County’s largest Black populations choose to endorse against the Black candidates in the race? That…

BMORENews Editorial: District 41 Deserves Better. The Choice Is Malcolm Ruff.

(BALTIMORE – June 18, 2026) – Every election is ultimately a test of accountability. For Maryland’s 41st Legislative District, that test arrives on June 23. On one side of the Democratic primary ballot is incumbent State Senator Dalya Attar, currently under federal indictment on charges including extortion, illegal interception of communications, and conspiracy. On the other is civil rights attorney and Delegate Malcolm Ruff, who has spent his time in Annapolis focused on legislation, budgets, and bringing resources home to the people he serves. For BMORENews, the choice is clear. We endorse Malcolm Ruff for State Senate. What the Court…

Two Black Women, One Sheriff: Sgt. Alicia White, Sabrina Tapp-Harper, and Sam Cogen’s Pattern

(BALTIMORE – June 18, 2026) – Freddie Gray happened 11 years ago. It was the worst Baltimore experienced since 1968, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. Baltimore, Newark, Philadelphia, New York, Watts – cities with strong numbers of melanated people let the world feel their pain. When Freddie Gray’s untimely death happened, Baltimore was a powder keg just waiting to explode. Penn-North became the epicenter of international media attention. CNN. Al Jazeera. ABC. Even Geraldo found his way to an intersection we know all too well. In the middle of all that attention and hype, Baltimore City State’s Attorney…

Join Julian Jones and Governor Moore Thursday in Randallstown

(RANDALLSTOWN – June 17, 2026) – Baltimore County Executive candidate Julian E. Jones, Jr. will be joined by Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Thursday at the Randallstown Community Center early voting location as voters continue casting ballots ahead of Election Day. Governor Moore has endorsed Jones in the race for Baltimore County Executive, lending his support to a candidate who has emphasized economic opportunity, public safety, and government accountability throughout the campaign. The appearance comes as early voting enters its final days and campaigns make their last push to turn out supporters. “Governor Moore understands what’s at stake in this election,”…

THE BATON: A Juneteenth Reflection on Black Political Power in Baltimore County

(MILFORD MILL, MD – June 15, 2026) – Before there was a Kenneth Oliver. Before there was an Adrienne Jones. Before there was a Julian Jones. Before there was a N. Scott Phillips. Before there was a Black Speaker of the House. Before there was a Black Chairman of the Baltimore County Council. Before there was a Chair of the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus. There was Dr. Ella White Campbell. If Baltimore County has a Harriet Tubman of modern Black political power, her name is Dr. Ella White Campbell. Long before many of today’s elected officials held office, Dr. Campbell…

WHO DECIDES THE 41ST DISTRICT?

(BALTIMORE – June 14, 2026) – The 41st District is about 63% Black. Keep that number in mind. Because this election is about more than who wins a Senate seat. It is about who gets to decide the future of a majority-Black district — and whether the people who live there get to make that decision for themselves. The Map Tells a Story The Baltimore Banner recently highlighted something many people would rather ignore. Several precincts within the 41st District gave Donald Trump majority support in 2024. Chestwold — 55% Trump. Cross Country — 57% Trump. The Glenn — 57% Trump.…

HISTORY DOESN’T ALWAYS KNOCK TWICE: Baltimore County Has Never Elected a Black County Executive

(OWINGS MILLS – June 12, 2026) – Juneteenth is a week away. Think about that. One hundred sixty-one years after Black people learned that freedom delayed is freedom denied, we find ourselves facing another test—not of chains and plantations, but of political power, unity, and self-determination. And once again, nobody is coming to save us. We are the cavalry. We always have been. Nobody gave us freedom. Black people fought for freedom. Nobody gave us voting rights. Black people fought for voting rights. Nobody integrated schools because America suddenly developed a conscience. Black people fought for that, too. Every inch…

BMORENews.com Endorsements for the 2026 Maryland Primary Election

(BALTIMORE – June 11, 2026) – The road to Maryland’s 2026 primary election has been an interesting one. For state candidates, much of the activity intensified following the conclusion of the General Assembly session. Other races, such as County Executive contests, have been building steadily for months. Now, with early voting underway and Election Day approaching, the time for campaigning is quickly giving way to the time for accountability. Before discussing endorsements, let us first commend every candidate who stepped forward and ran for office. And we do mean every candidate. Whether we agree with their positions or not, it…

BMORENews Expands “Chaos or Community?” Forum; Extends Hours and Opens Event to All Candidates

LIVE Taping of The Doni Glover Show (BALTIMORE – June 11, 2026) — In response to Election Day activities across Baltimore, BMORENews.com has expanded its upcoming forum, “Chaos or Community? A Political Conversation on Power, Policy & the Future of Baltimore,” extending the event from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and opening participation to all candidates seeking public office. The event will take place on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center. Organizers extended the program by an additional hour to accommodate candidates, campaign volunteers, election workers, and residents who may be spending much of the day at…

WHO’S GOT NEXT IN BALTIMORE’S 4TH COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT?

(BALTIMORE – June 10, 2026) – Boy, this has been one heck of an election season in Baltimore. The level of political activity is something to marvel at as it all comes to a head in a few hours. The election is finally here, and I’m sure candidates have a whole lot on their minds as reality settles in. This year is a statewide election. All 24 Maryland jurisdictions are choosing their state senators and delegates, along with county executives, state’s attorneys, and sheriffs. While everybody is locked in on the June 23rd primary, there’s also a general election in…

HOURS EXTENDED: “Chaos or Community” Political Forum Now Runs 6–9 PM in Honor of Early Voting Week

BMORENews.com and Beloved Community Services Corporation expand event window to accommodate voters heading to the polls (BALTIMORE – June 10, 2026) — BMORENews.com and Beloved Community Services Corporation announced today that Thursday’s “Chaos or Community: A Political Conversation” has been extended through 9:00 PM in recognition of Early Voting Week ahead of the June 23 Maryland Primary Election. The forum, originally scheduled to run from 6:00 PM, will now offer three full hours of candidate engagement, community dialogue, and political accountability at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, 1315 Division Street in West Baltimore. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Admission remains…