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DUTIES: U.S. Senators make laws along with the members of the U.S. House of Representatives., ratify treaties, and conduct investigations on issues of national importance. The Senate confirms presidential appointments, including Supreme Court justices.TERM: Six years. No term limit.SALARY: $174,000.HOW ELECTED: Elected statewide. In 2024, Maryland voters will elect one of our two Senators. About one-third of the 100 members of the Senate are elected every two years.WEBSITE: www.senate.govCANDIDATE FORUM: April 2 - Goucher College (Angela Alsobrooks and David Trone): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPyvq67ORYU

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    Angela Alsobrooks
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    Michael W. Cobb, Sr.
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    Marcellus Crews
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    Brian E. Frydenborg
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    Scottie J. Griffin
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    Robert K. Houton
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    Joseph Perez
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    Steven Henry Seuferer
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    David J. Trone
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    Andrew Jaye Wildman
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Biographical Information

QUALIFICATIONS: How does your experience prepare you for the duties of United States Senator?

PROTECTING DEMOCRACY: What actions should the United States government take to protect voting rights and ensure the security of elections?

ENVIRONMENT: How would you address problems such as climate change and pollution?

IMMIGRATION: What changes would you propose in immigration policy?

FIREARMS: Please provide your position on national gun safety legislation.

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Campaign Email info@angelaalsobrooks.com
Campaign Instagram @alsobrooksformd
Campaign Twitter Handle @AlsobrooksForMD
Campaign Mailing Address P.O. Box 6058
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Largo, MD 20792
I am proud to have spent my life in public service, first as an Assistant State’s Attorney focused on domestic violence cases, then as State’s Attorney, where under my tenure violent crime dropped by 50%, and most recently as Prince George’s County Executive.

I know Marylanders deserve a Senator who both fights for them and shares their concerns. I am running for Senate to be a voice for families like the ones I grew up with and whom I have worked for throughout my life.
I will fight to eliminate the filibuster and pass critical legislation like the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and Freedom to Vote Act. I'm proud to be endorsed by Congressman John Sarbanes and End Citizens United // Let America Vote, two leading voices for protecting voting rights, strengthening election laws and taking money out of politics.
Urgent action is needed to address the climate crisis. I will be a vocal advocate for the Green New Deal, as well as for expanding tax credits for clean energy and ensuring that all U.S. Government purchases, from buildings to vehicles, align with emission goals. As County Executive, I issued an Executive Order for Prince George's County, setting ambitious targets to reduce the 2005 emission levels by half before 2030 and net zero by 2045. I believe the U.S. should adopt a similar timeline.
I will be a strong advocate for comprehensive immigration reform to mend the broken immigration system, including creating a pathway to citizenship for those already living and working in the United States. I will support initiatives such as the American Dream and Promise Act, aimed at safeguarding the rights and future of DREAMers and TPS recipients. I firmly believe these individuals deserve certainty and security, regardless of who holds the office of the President.
As a mother, I have been deeply affected by the tragic loss of too many children to gun violence and am frustrated by the lack of action from Washington. I am committed to fighting for essential gun safety legislation to protect children and communities from gun violence. I will work to implement universal background checks and red flag laws, close the gun show loophole, ban military-style weapons like AR-15s, and prohibit devices like bump stocks.
Campaign Website http://cobbroof@gmail.com
Campaign Phone 4436900989
Campaign Email cobbroof@gmail.com
Unlike the rest of the candidates, I am not a multi millionaire nor a career politician. What makes me most sutiable as senator is that I am a blue class working person. I have endured server struggle these past few years. The current state of the political world has no clue what the experience is of the normal person who has to work all day to pay bills and afford to eat. But I do, and I with a closer connection to the people will be able to find the solution to their problems.
The answer to this question is easy, when I was young it was same day voting, paper ballots, and ID required for voting. The election results were always known at 11pm the same now. Bring it back to the old way and it would solve the issue.
Climate change and pollution is not an american problem, we have some of the strictest regulations on emissions in the world. We need to force other countries such has China, Russia, and India to adress their pollution emittions to more american standards.
Lock the border down tight. Anyone who is illegal in the USA caught doing any criminal activity should be deported immediately, and follow all the laws thats already on the books. If anything it should be more difficult to entry the country, not easier.
I am from Maryland, a state with some of the strictest gun laws in the country. I am a firm beliver in the 2A rights of americans, including the right to carry. I have a carry permit myself. Background checks should be nation wide, not state by state. If a person is found with an illegally purchased fired, the court system must heavily enforce stricter punishment on them. There should always be a background check on any purchase of a firearm in any situation.
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Campaign Website http://MarcellusCrews.com
Campaign Phone 3013258898
Campaign Email Info@marcelluscrews.com
Campaign Instagram www.instagram.com/crewsmarcellus
Campaign Twitter Handle @Crews2me
As a businessman, having the privilege of serving diverse clients across sectors like healthcare, construction, embassies, churches, and schools. Through my role as a state vendor, I've gained valuable insights into the needs and challenges of our community.

With over 6,000 homes served, I've honed a unique ability to navigate complex issues and budgets while fostering trust and comfort through my leadership approach.
We should pass H.R.4 – The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021 This bill would restore parts of the 1965 Voting Rights Act that prevented states from enacting certain changes to their voting laws. They must first seek federal approval.
Being immersed in technology innovation, I firmly believe that the primary impediment to progress often stems from the relentless pursuit of monetary gain, resulting in inertia. I am confident in my ability to advocate for both businesses and governments to expedite the transition towards efficiency in renewable energy, electric vehicles, smart homes, smart businesses, and smart cities. Additionally, I am committed to mitigating toxic emissions originating from industrial sources.
1. Immigration processing needs to speed up all the way around. 2. More immigration judges to speed up for those seeking asylum. 3. If allowed to stay in our country while waiting a temporary work visa granted. 4. Dreamers should be given permanent status. 5. Temporary work visa granted processed quicker. 6. More Custom and border protection officers 7. More smart fencing along the boarder. We just need a comprehensive approach!
1. I advocate for the integration of advanced smart technologies in gun safety measures. 2. The implementation of Red Flag Laws nationwide is imperative. 3. It is crucial to raise the minimum age for purchasing long guns from 18 to 21. 4. We must prioritize the establishment of mental health programs with robust accountability measures. 5. "Stand Your Ground" laws, we should impose limitations on the circumstances under which deadly force is justified outside of one's home.
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Campaign Website http://brian4md.com
Campaign Twitter Handle @bfry1981
Over two decades experience engaging on national and international issues issues as a journalist, academic, and working with NGOs and government agencies. Passion for making a different and two decades of studying, writing about, or working in public public, politics, and international affairs. Deep knowledge of U.S. history, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and that I am already putting out far more detailed plans than any of my competitors.
First and foremost, we must call out, stand up to, and stop insurrectionist fascism. A big part of that will be protecting, preserving, and expanding voting rights; fighting cheating, gerrymandering, and discrimination; and expanding the Supreme Court while reforming the Senate to keep anti-democratic forces at bay. We must also protect against foreign election interference with our NATO allies and ensure that we instill digital literacy among our students and population.
We must take world leadership and engage in a new round of global climate talks. We should be phasing out coal power and oil while temporarily capitalizing on natural gas and nuclear energy while transition and fully developing far cleaner green energy projects with subsidies and tax breaks. We must also embrace carbon trading and modernize our infrastructure and energy grid, improve waste, food, and water management, and handle overaggressive deforestation and fishing managing soil quality.
It has been decades over 4 presidencies that GOP has been blocking comprehensive immigration reform. We need to increase all immigration related staff and systems by between a factor of 1.5-2. That means that many more asylum/immigration courts, judges, application processors, administrative staff, border patrol, etc. Needs to be paths to citizenship/work visas to all migrants in good standing (helping address labor shortage), Must work Latin American partners to stabilize LATAM & stem migration
My own deep research into the issue makes it clear that the 2nd Amendment has been wildly distorted by modern activists: the original cited right to keep/bear are only meant in the context of militia service dating back to ancient Saxon tradition. Common law individual right is not covered by 2nd A and can be regulated easily. We must expand SCOTUS to restore balance who will correctly interpret 2nd A, then Congress can pass reasonable national gun regulation, which empirically saves lives!
Campaign Phone 3015895390
My professional credentials and professional experiences in leadership specifically correlate with the requirements and experiences for achieving success and effectiveness as a United States Senator. have prepared me for immediately assuming and achieving the duties of the united states senate. Most importantly, I am experienced at achieving responsibilities of a United States Senator through years of introducing and drafting bills, proposing and passing legislative policies, developing, organ
Congress must update the election infrastructure annually and establish consistent procedures and processes in every state and territory; inspect and replace older voting machines and conduct a nationwide post-election audit in each state and territory
I would decrease the number of trees to reduce excessive carbon; create vehicles that don’t run on fossil fuel; decrease emission standards of greenhouse gases to decrease the number of carbon monoxide emitted by human activities, and continuously finance climate change initiatives.
I would create a permanent process which stipulates that immigrants who have resided in the United States for ten years without legal issues be granted full-fledged citizenship and decrease the number of years to five or six years
Support President Biden’s major gun safety bill in decades which required individuals to ascertain now need a state license to purchase a gun. And, that the bill includes safety legislation for schools, and a state crisis intervention program.
Campaign Twitter @rob_houton
Campaign Website http://www.voterobhouton.com
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Campaign Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robert_k_houton/
Campaign Twitter Handle @Rob_Houton
Campaign Mailing Address 5805 Ogden Court
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Bethesda, MD 20816
I initiated, and championed the fight in the 118th U.S. Congress to prevent fentanyl poisoning and deaths of teens, youth, and students. My bold leadership safeguarding Maryland families and children, particularly, has resulted in three legislative--bipartisan--bills in the U.S. Congress which President Biden and his Administration also support. S.2569, the Fentanyl Safe Testing and Overdose Prevention Act is now going forward due in no small part to my advocacy.
The U.S. should remain steadfast in ensuring the existing rules and laws protecting voting rights are adhered to, complied with, and effectively communicated to safeguard all eligible voters' rights.
Climate change is real. We must continue to explore pathways for public-private partnerships, including fostering innovation and supporting tax incentives for proven methodologies and practices which protect the environment for our children.
With 6,400 migrants with criminal histories apprehended so far this fiscal year, we MUST stop migrants with criminal histories from coming through the border. We must SECURE THE BORDER.
Studies have shown time and again that those who struggle with acute mental health problems are more prone to gun violence. We need to invest in mental health supports. I fully support background checks and the banning of "ghost guns."
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Campaign Twitter twitter.com/SteveSForCongress
Campaign Phone (619)630-9299
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Campaign Twitter Handle @SteveSForCongress
My entire life, I have been a solver of problems and I have been fascinated by technology, which has ultimately led me to work in Information Technology for a living. We, as a country, are on the precipice of a future where those skills are going to vitally important for our leadership to possess if we want to stay on the forefront, and I plan to be there to help guide us in the right direction
Implement automatic voter registration when someone turns 18 and/or obtains an ID or driver's license. Poll workers should be vetted as carefully as those with security clearances to ensure they are not compromised. End gerrymandering by requiring bipartisan approval on all redistricting maps
We need to eliminate corporate money from politics so big polluters can't just buy a senator, and we need to make unpopular decisions to safeguard our future for those who will come after us, as well as those who are here now.
To begin with, I would say that we should probably change some things so that unaccompanied minors do not represent themselves in court proceedings. Also do something to stop governors from sending refugees to another city to try to raise a political issue.

Local and state laws are all well and good, but we won't be able to make any positive or tangible changes to gun safety unless it's done at the federal level. A multi-angle approach is needed, including mental health screenings and common-sense gun laws written by people who understand firearms.
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Campaign Mailing Address P.O. Box 83998
Gaithersburg, MD 20883
Following a successful career in business, I’ve served three terms representing Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, where I have advocated for systemic change on the most pressing issues facing Marylanders and people across the country. I have never taken a penny from PACs or lobbyists and have continuously worked across the aisle to fight for progressive values. I have a proven track record of delivering results in Washington, passing 26 bills into law last Congress alone.
I’m committed to restoring faith and trust in our government by putting an end to voter suppression laws that harm our democracy. We can start by passing the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the For the People Act. I recently released my People Over Politics Reform Plan, which will work to take on the power of special interests, institute term limits, ensure we have free and fair elections, end extreme partisan gerrymandering, and hold elected officials accountable.
Climate change is an existential threat to our future and the most important issue of our time. I am proud to have voted to support the Build Back Better Act and the Inflation Reduction Act. In the Senate, I will hold big oil accountable, expand efforts to reduce carbon emissions, invest in renewable energy, and address environmental health impacts in underserved communities to ensure a safe and healthy future for our children — both in the U.S. as well as in developing nations around the world.
Immigrants are the foundation of this country, and passing comprehensive immigration reform is critical. In Congress, I voted in favor of the Dream Act to grant millions of undocumented immigrants legal status and provide a pathway to citizenship. As Senator, I will work to finally pass comprehensive immigration reform that addresses economic, humanitarian, and security concerns, as well as expanding work visa programs and protecting immigrants from wage theft and worker misclassification.
I am proud to have an F rating from the NRA. Gun violence is out of control in this country, and it is up to our elected representatives to pass swift, comprehensive gun reform. It has long been clear that common sense gun regulations save countless lives. We must reinstate a nationwide assault weapons ban, pass expanded background check requirements, enact red flag laws, and keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers.
Campaign Twitter @CS2News
Campaign Phone 4104439608
Campaign Facebook http://www.commonsense2nd.com
I am a patriot. Not a politician or a lawyer. A professional business problem solver. Author 2008, 718-page non-fiction political book The Second Coming of Common Sense. I have 40 plus publicly acceptable solutions for problems large and small. See the CS2News podcast. An aggressive problem solver for MD, 49 other states, and DC. I worked in DC for 30 years solving corporate and federal agency problems. So now we must remove cell phones from public school classrooms and close the borders!
Means Protecting the Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness of our Citizens before all any others. Securing and protecting our Constitution from all adversaries both foreign AND domestic. We must close our borders to migrants for 2 years at least. Stop the flood! Implement an American Citizen ID system like every other nation has and register all legal and illegal occupants. Most of us don’t realize it but more illegals typically enter via Intl airports than the land borders.
Things cannot stay same for progress to happen. For starters, suspend all passenger airline flights on Wednesday. That means worldwide and all nations. This change is to be considered permanent. Public and industry oversight of flight volume the other 6 days. We must consider the improved nuclear power option. National recycling must become a national priority and industry. We must acknowledge globally that 8 Billion people is far more than governments can support. Fewer is better!
Real Human numbers. US population growth by race US Census 2000 vs 2020. White only 1.3 million; Black 7.9 million; Asian 9.4 million; Hispanic 23.8 million; over 20 years. The US/Mexico will be closed immediately, with 2 weeks’ notice. To be closed until at least the end of 2025. No migrants will enter the U.S. Amnesty, asylum, etc., will no longer be granted. Biden and the Democrats must close the door and take public credit for it! Remove immigration from the Republican talking points.
On average there are 44 murders in America DAILY or 16,000 annually. Shooters don't fear the Death Penalty. The Parkland High school shooter killed 17. After 2 million plus dollars and 4 years the sentence was 17 consecutive life sentences, NOT the death penalty. Victim families and taxpayers have had too enough. My Justice System Reform proposal. The Sandy Hook Obviously Guilty 90-Day Death Penalty Reform. One and done. This is not eye-for-an-eye. This is death-for-a-death.