(RANDALLSTOWN – October 4, 2025) -If you live in Maryland’s 10th Legislative District — stretching from Woodlawn to Owings Mills — you should know Senator Ben Brooks. He’s not just another elected official. He’s a longtime businessman, family man, and community servant who built his legacy right here along Liberty Road.
For decades, Senator Brooks and his family have operated a respected CPA firm on Liberty Road. That business is more than a professional enterprise — it’s a community hub. From that foundation, Brooks worked his way up the political ladder, ultimately succeeding the legendary Senator Delores G. Kelley in the Maryland State Senate.
Now, let’s pause there. Mentioning Senator Kelley is not just a courtesy — it’s essential. She is one of the true matriarchs of Northwest Baltimore County politics. A professor at Coppin State University, Senator Kelley was a boss in the purest sense. She fought for fairness, equity, and dignity for Black Marylanders — often alongside other trailblazers like the late Ella White Campbell. Their commitment ensured that Black communities didn’t get left behind in the halls of Annapolis.
Today, that mantle rests on Senator Brooks’ shoulders — and he’s holding his own. But he cannot do it alone.
It’s time for the residents of the Liberty Road corridor to re-engage politically. Yes, politics can be messy. Yes, it can feel like a rigged game. But opting out only ensures we lose by default. If we don’t support our own — including attending Senator Brooks’ upcoming fundraiser on Oct. 23rd — then we forfeit the right to complain about being unheard or unseen.
Here’s something you may not know: Senator Brooks awards scholarships every year to local students headed to college. He also works directly with community organizations to help secure state resources and partnerships. These are tangible results — but they require one key ingredient: participation.
Politics is not a spectator sport. It’s a team effort. We need to show up, make calls, and hold conversations — just like our parents and grandparents did. Reach out to your state elected officials at 410-841-3000. Invite them to your community meetings. Let them know what matters to you.
Because the truth is simple: politics is what we make it.
And when we engage — our communities win.
