Harford Election 2010: Political Round-Up
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The July 4th Independence Day holiday marks the official start of the election season in Maryland. The parades, cookouts, and horseshoe toss competitions offer the perfect opportunity for candidates to float their names to a massive audience and, conveniently, according to State Board of Elections, the first day an individual may file a Certificate of Candidacy is July 6, 2009.
Although the September 14, 2010 Primary Election is longer than 14 months away and the deadline for candidates to file is not until July 5, 2010, many races already appear to be heavily contested.
To chronicle the political races as they develop, The Dagger has put together a 2010 Harford County Political Races chart – a series of tables for each race in the 2010 Harford County Primary Election along with the names of the candidates who have, will, may, or are speculated to be running for office.
Please note that speculation is based on consistent chatter from sources outside The Dagger and is provided merely to promote discussion and thought. It is not intended to be an impetus, challenge, endorsement, or promise that a candidate will run for office.
To keep the chart relevant and up to date, please chime in with your thoughts on any of the races, suggest the addition or removal of candidates from any race, and send us any political chatter you may have heard.
2010 Harford County Political Races
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| CAPS denotes a filed candidate |
| Bold denotes an active candidate |
| Italics denotes a speculated candidate |
| Strikethrough denotes that a candidate discredits speculation |
| * denotes an incumbent |
| Note: Speculation is based on consistent chatter from sources outside The Dagger and is provided merely to promote discussion and thought. It is not intended to be an impetus, challenge, endorsement, or promise that a candidate will run for office. |
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GOVERNOR |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Martin O’Malley* | Robert Ehrlich |
| Peter Franchot | Charles Lollar |
| Pat McDonough | |
| Michael Pappas | |
| John White | |
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COMPTROLLER |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Peter Franchot* | Robert Ehrlich |
| Jim Smith | |
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ATTORNEY GENERAL |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Doug Gansler* | |
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U.S. SENATE |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Barbara Mikulski* | Robert Ehrlich |
| Jim Rutledge | |
| Eric Wargotz | |
| DANIEL MCANDREW | |
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CONGRESS 1 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Frank Kratovil* | Andy Harris |
| E.J. Pipkin | |
| Al Redmer | |
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CONGRESS 2 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Dutch Ruppersberger* | Kevin Carney |
| Pat McDonough | |
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CONGRESS 6 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Casey Clark | Roscoe Bartlett* |
| Andrew Duck | |
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HARFORD COUNTY EXECUTIVE |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Jesse Bane | David Craig* |
| Terence Hanley | |
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SENATE 35 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Walter “Butch” Tilley | Barry Glassman* |
| Terence Hanley | |
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SENATE 34 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Dion Guthrie | Nancy Jacobs* |
| Art Helton | |
| Mary-Dulany James | |
| Bill Kilby | |
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SENATE 7 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Andy Harris* | |
| J.B. Jennings | |
| Al Redmer | |
| Sergio Vitale | |
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HOUSE 35A |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| JOSEPH GUTIERREZ | Wayne Norman* |
| John Sullivan | Donna Stifler* |
| Steven Archer | |
| Jason Gallion | |
| Marc McFaul | |
| Lance Miller | |
| John Rigdon | |
| Chad Shrodes | |
| Dave Tritt | |
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HOUSE 35B |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| David Carey | Susan McComas* |
| Mike Geppi | |
| Terence Hanley | |
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HOUSE 34A |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Mary-Dulany James* | Glen Glass |
| B. Dan Riley* | Sheryl Davis Kohl |
| PATRICK MCGRADY | |
| Dion Guthrie | Chris Pate |
| Dick Slutzky | |
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HOUSE 7 |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Rick Impallaria* | |
| J.B. Jennings* | |
| Pat McDonough* | |
| Jim Berndt | |
| Marilyn Booker | |
| Vernon Gauss | |
| Steve Kline | |
| Al Redmer | |
| Kathy Szeliga | |
| Sergio Vitale | |
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COUNCIL PRESIDENT |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Dion Guthrie | Billy Boniface* |
| Terence Hanley | |
| Patrick Hess | |
| Lance Miller | |
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COUNCIL A |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Dion Guthrie* | Chris Biggs |
| Jansen Robinson | Paula Mullis |
| Jerome Foster | Chris Rohe |
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COUNCIL B |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Joseph Woods* | |
| Tim Braue | |
| Vernon Gauss | |
| Patrick Hess | |
| Derek Howell | |
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COUNCIL C |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Jim McMahan* | |
| Terence Hanley | |
| Brian Young | |
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DISTRICT D |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Chelsey Moscati | Chad Shrodes* |
| Steven Archer | |
| Amy Hopkins-Daney | |
| Jason Gallion | |
| Lance Miller | |
| John Rigdon | |
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DISTRICT E |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Dick Slutzky* | |
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DISTRICT F |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Mary Ann Lisanti* | Sheryl Davis Kohl |
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SHERIFF |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Jesse Bane* | STEVE BODWAY |
| Nick Paros | Norm Cochran |
| Ken Cox | |
| Jeff Gahler | |
| JACK MECKLEY | |
| ROGER SHEETS | |
| Dave Tritt | |
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REGISTER OF WILLS |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Harry Hopkins* | |
| Mike Bearsch | |
| Bill Christoforo | |
| Pilar Gracia | |
| DEREK HOPKINS | |
| Rob Preston | |
| Chad Shrodes | |
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CLERK OF THE COURT |
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Democrat |
Republican |
| Jim Reilly* | |
School Board elections are non-partisan
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SCHOOL BOARD A |
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Jansen Robinson |
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Omar Simpson |
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SCHOOL BOARD B |
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SCHOOL BOARD D |
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Darn! Where’s the “none of the above” option?
As a first update, we received word that Jim Rutledge announced he had a family situation that has prompted him to suspend his campaign. From his website:
“Effective June 29, 2009, Jim Rutledge has suspended his campaign to represent the citizens of Maryland in the United States Senate.
Recent developments have led Jim Rutledge to decide that his personal and professional commitments will prevent him from giving the people of Maryland the necessary commitment to campaign for election to the United States Senate in 2010.
Jim expresses his heartfelt gratitude for all those who have supported him with their time, talents, and resources. Jim will continue to promote freedom and those unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, and encourages you to exercise your freedom of speech.”
http://www.rutledgeforussenate.com/
And another, this time straight from the horse’s mouth, Del. Pat McDonough says he is not interested in running for Congress.
In the House race for the 7th Legislative, you’ve missed three more or less declared Republican candidates: Jim Berndt, Marilyn Booker, and Steve Kline.
There was quite a contingent of “Sheets for Sheriff” supporteers on hand at the pancake breakfast and at other venues on the 4th. They made quite an impressive presence and seem to be quite organized.
Is Jack Meckley really running for Sheriff? I didn’t think he was set to retire for awhile.
Harry Hopkins has been a Republican for like 5 years…
Updated to show Dion Guthrie is not interested in running for the House of Delegates along with a few other changes/additions
Jim Rutledge who is a passionate, inspiring speaker is back in the race. He gave a great speech at the July 4th Tea Party.
I heard a rumor that Meckley was having a fundraiser sometime in the next few months, but one thing I’ve learned is that rumors floating around the Sheriff’s Office are just that…rumors and I generally stay out of the rumor mill.
I will say this, if I had my pick of Lt’s in the Sheriff’s Office to work for, Meckley would be at the top of the list. If he really is running then it’ll make things even more interesting in this race.
Is that the Steve Kline that played for the Orioles?
Wow – just Wow – all you have to do is read the postings on this site to know that people are really, REALLY upset.
Let’s all remember who hires our government officials — we do, with our votes. With the kind of emotion being expressed in the comments on this site, anything less than 100% voter turn out will prove that people love to complain but not use the rights so hard won by our founding fathers.
It’s time to clean house – wipe the slate clean, but in doing so make certain that all challengers for the offices being elected fully understand that anything remotely resembling business as usual in the government realm will be handled as an enormous affront. Once affronted, the voters must then make certain there will be no second term. Regardless of political affiliation, no second term. Lets put an end to career politicians and get people in office who actually care about their constituents, even if it makes them unpopular with other government officials. Lets make them care by reminding them who really hires, who really fires, and who really pays their salary.
I didn’t think it was that long ago in The Aegis where Harry Hopkins said he would be retiring upon the completion of his current term. It was a very nice article that I really enjoyed reading about the man.
I also remember reading somewhere that Del. McDonough was very interested in running for Baltimore County Executive (I know that’s not included since this only covers Harford County) although there is no chance of him winning.
PG County Exec Jack Johnson is a speculative candidate for Governor as well as former PG State Delegate George Owings, III (both Dems).
Casey Clark is running in the Cong Dist 6 Dem Primary http://caseyclarkforcongress.com/
Well, its not the Steve Kline of Baltimore Orioles bullpen fame.
but
Juls, here is a direct quote from his website…business as usual guarantees more of the same, and that isn’t working.
Sound like he might just be the kind of person you are looking for. Hes young.
“The liberties of a people never were, nore ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them.”
“The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government – lest it come to dominate our lives and interests.”
Patrick Henry
1736-1799
I just hope Terry Hanley runs for something higher that where he is now. We need is fiscal responsibility, common sense, and courage.
I hope Terry Hanley runs as fast as he can as far as he can away from here. I will give my complete support to anyone who runs against him for any office.
(Of course, the “Anyone but Helton” rule takes precedence here – I’m not that stupid)
to tell the truth i believe many of the readers of the Dagger are as qualified as most of the elected officials were have in office today…that said, i’m seriously thinking of running for office myself…just to offer a voice of some reason, and totally free of any strings or ‘special interests’, in the Forest Hill , Bel Air, and Hickory areas…serious about this…
Phil Dirt,
What’s the scoop on Hanley? From what I can see, he’s the dissenting (and not well liked) voice of fiscal responsibility on the Bel Board of Town Commissioners.
Voted no on the budget, new town hall, large raises in pay for town employees.
As a resident of town, I’ve written to the commissioners on various issues and Hanley has been my only respondent.
I’ll give you a hand with this one, katelyn.
Terry is as much-if not more-of a politician as any other office holder written about on this site. He’s a used car salesman, only he’s selling “fiscal responsibility.”
Think back to the County vote on the budget. Guthrie votes as the “lone dissenter,” blah, blah, blah. He knows the votes are there, so, he comes out looking like a champion of the people.
Ditto Hanley. As the “lone dissenter” on the Town Council, he looks like a caped crusader. He doesn’t have to fight for real change, or to try and build a consensus around his philosophy, he just votes “no” when everybody else votes “yes.”
That’s not done out of some grand crusade, that’s political expediency.
The words “a mile wide and an inch deep” come to mind…
True, true, Dell. Geez, I’m so disillusioned anymore. I’ve been holding my nose to vote in almost every election since the 70′s. They all seem the same anymore. No matter what they say, it’s always the same old, same old once they are elected. I really think the system itself is the corrupting influence. It would be so refreshing to vote for someone I trusted to represent me (and who would be worthy of that trust).
Yeah, what Dell said.
What Dell, Katelyn and P Dirt said. times 10. Pretty boy Hanley is more interested in promoting himself than doing anything good for Bel Air. That’s why he makes his weekly appearance on the Ed Norris Show trying to be cutesy but just coming off as a pretentious ass. I live in Bel Air and I would never vote for him no matter what he is running for. Too bad Eddie Hopkins isn’t in the running for anything. Now there’s a well-rounded, well-spoken, intelligent, completely tuned in to the public’s needs class act unlike the buffoon Hanley.
I don’t live around Bel Air, thus do not know of Mr. Hanley’s record. I do have experience with him through the Tea Party movement and he has worked to provide concrete support for the Tea Party folks here in Harford County. I have heard him at several meetings in the last couple of months and he has seemed honest and sincere when speaking about smaller, more responsible government.
As a resident of town, I’m a bit upset that the tax credit cap is still at 10%, tax rate still at $.50 with no talk of lowering either one while town employees received raises and department heads are making close to or over 100K. Oh – and they “need” a new town hall. Hanley seems to be only dissenting voice on the town board. But, like Dell said, it’s easy to dissent when you know it will happen anyway. CYA either way! Hopkins is already at the trough as Chief of Staff MEMA.
(Heavy sigh)
Small town, still big pay
Bel Air’s top town employees continue to be among the better paid of their counterparts in comparable towns.
I am getting so sick and tired of private industry and government agencies saying they have to pay employees higher salaries to prevent them from looking elsewhere. Bullcrap. These people have it made BEFORE the bonuses and pay hikes. Why would they go anywhere else when they are collecting six figures not to mention all the benefits? They are sitting fat and happy and getting pay hikes and cost of living raises regardless of the state of the economy. They’ll be in these positions until they retire, they’d be fools to look elsewhere. Bel Air is a tiny town in a tiny county in a tiny state and these people are acting like they work for the Feds. They seem to forget that anyone can be replaced. There are plenty of competent people out there looking for employment who would gladly work in these positions for a fraction of what these blowhards are making. The town needs to get rid of all these people and adjust the pay scale for the positions in accordance with what other municipalities of this size are making. Then maybe they can start working on the traffic situation and perhaps throw a few dollars to the police who truly deserve it.
Blue,
I’d love to call the Government’s Bluff and implement a 10% reduction on all Government salaries and benefits . I think it is safe to say that you wouldn’t see many of them leave the good thing they’ve created for themselves. By the way – I take responsibility for letting it happen up until now.
Also – in terms of these furlough days or unpaid days. This is simply nonsense – the Government workforce should simply be expected to work their normal hours and be paid less. Isn’t this the case with the GM workers that had their union contracts renegotiated.
Blue and Braveheart – You are right on. I, too, get sick when I hear or read that crap about non-competitive government salaries. If things are so bad, why don’t they leave and go to the private sector? I don’t know, they may have a point on salary, but the benefits of a guaranteed pension (or 2 or 3) after just a few years with paid healthcare for life is way more than any private sector job would offer them. Not to mention the perks of just being a local bigshot. Oh, and the “public servant” phrase about gives me apoplexy!!
On “Dells” comment July 9 8:24pm, remember I vote after the President and there are 5 Council members who vote after I do and I have no idea how they are going to vote. If I voted last , you might have an argument. I have seen Council members “2nd “bills and I have seen Council members vote “for” amendments, than vote “against” the bills. You have no idea what they are going to do. I have had Council members tell me in Chambers that they are going to vote “for” a bill, than on the dias vote “against” the bill and do the same in reverse. You have no idea how they are going to vote, until they vote.
Dion – I find your statements about your fellow council members disturbing.
Do you mean to say that your fellow council members would resort to prevarication and purposely mislead you and the public in what their true position is on a particular bill or amendment? Let me ask you do you follow that same practice of disinformation?
If your charges are in fact true I think you should publicly give examples of when this has occurred and by whom.
Joe
This guy has zero clue and should not even be allowed to post any more misinformed comments.
He states the he feels Commissioner Hopkins should run for higher office and not Buffoon Hanley and then also post that he is sick and tired of bureaucrats complaining abut there level of compensation compared to the private sector ,boy better do his homework.
Commissioner Hopkins has voted in favor of the new Five Million Dollar palace (Town hall) and the budget that included a 2% Cost of living increase AKA pay raise and covered the increased cost health care at no expense to the employees then is quoted in July 10th Aegis that he realizes that the economy is tough and that he would not be upset that the department heads made over 100K and is concerned about the possibility of losing them to the private sector.
That is the most ridiculous statements I have ever heard but then again he works for the Public sector.
So blue you really should know what you are talking about before you make anymore-idiotic comments.
Hanley is the only one who looks out for the residents of the Town and it takes courage to vote the right way and not with the bureaucrats.
Mr Guthrie-
While I may tend to believe this is the case where the bill has to do with widening a roadway, or cutting down a few trees, I find it hard to believe that on issues as big as the FY operating budget there is not a concensus in Chambers about the outcome prior to the vote.
Likewise in the Town chamber. After the retreats and work sessions, the Commissioners know who stands where on the budget issues.
So, Hanley gets his “voice of the people” moment.
You dang conservatives. We should be paying more taxes! Our tax rate is lower compared to New Jersey or New York. How do you think we can take care of our old and infirmed unless we pay more taxes?
00-00,
You are more than welcome to pay extra taxes as a donation to the county, your municipality, the State of MD and the U.S. Treasury, if it is what you want to do with your money.
The Federal government and the State of MD already spend a great deal of taxpayer money for Medicaid, Medicare and a whole host of other Federal and State programs, not to mention the private sector charities that help the needy. I think we can all agree that there is massive fraud in Medicaid and Medicare that is left unchecked and adds to their costs every year. The answer to our social problems is not more government it is less government that is more efficient at doing fewer things.
Joe
Blue – remind me again what Hanley’s stance was on spending over $500,000 on Rockfield Manor so they could host more weddings and parties. That’s going to help the residents of the town how?
Mr. Hanley is a business man in Bel Air, and has put the needs of his Bel Air residents first when planning for the city expenses. He has been reachable and realistic in working for the citizens. I have worked with him to arrange the TEA parties in Bel Air and have found him to be straight forward and positive in his words and deeds. He lives and works in Harford county, and as a business man, he knows the budget process from both sides and expects value for what he pays. I like the fact that he pitches in to help when needed and backed off when he was able. I like the fact that he is unafraid to vote no or yes if that is what he believes and I am grateful that he shows respect for his family by being there for them. So, let’s see, he is honest, trustworthy, loyal, frugal and able bodied, employed and smart. and a family man…sounds like a winner to me.
Will Mr Hanley be speaking at the next TEA party? I will show up just to hear his speech…
Maybe the idea behind hosting more parties at Rockfield was to increase visitors to Harford County. If people coming out of towns for weddings or something, they would stay at hotels and/or eat at area restaurants. Maybe walk around Main Street and spend some money. How much does Rockfield get from hosting events?
Updated with speculation regarding Chelsey Moscati running for the County Council District D seat and Rob Preston seeking the Register of Wills position.
Also, confirmation on Casey Clark for 6th Congressional District and Jim Rutledge lifting the suspension on his campaign for U.S. Senate.
The Rockfield Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, incorporated under the laws of Maryland. It is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors to promote and operate Rockfield Manor for the benefit of the Bel Air community. The Manor House is available for meetings and social events.
Last time I saw Bill Kilby he said he was running for the Senate in District 34. Another person whom expressed interest in the same seat is past county councilman Ed Fielder.
Hanley on one hand said County needs to cut then when the Council reduced budget he grand-standed at Library Bd meeting and blamed the Council fro cutting..He wasnt a good used car salesman and isnt much of a leader either..
Political Speculation chart updated with the following:
- Eric Wargotz and Daniel McAndrew for U.S. Senate
- Bill Kilby for Senate District 34
- Joseph Gutierrez for House District 35A
- Jerome Foster for Council District A
- Derek Hopkins for Register of Wills
- Bodway, Meckley, and Sheets have all officially filed to run for Sheriff
Marc McFaul has moved out of the district (after getting the boot from our town police and town manager). My hope is someone rises to the top to take McDonough and Impellaria out soon. These guys are just an embarassment to our county and our party. Send some qualified help soon, Please!!
For what its worth:
House 34A has an independent declaration filed by Rovall Washington whose listed address is Cider Press Loop in Joppa.
According to idealhope.org:
“My name is Rovall Washington and I want to be your next State Delegate. I was raised in Southern Maryland on a horse farm in Upper Marlboro. My father taught me to be able to earn a living with my hands learning trades that can care for my family in tough times. I was also taught that God is watching everything you do. You must pay for your actions. Because of that, I feel that the acceptance of responsibility is the true mark of a man. And if you believe my theory, I am the man for you.”
It also says that he wants to set term limits on elected officals, clean up neighborhoods, and increase “specialty” schools in our district.
Lets be real Hanley can win any office he seeks and as far as a poor used car salesman I believe he was a dealer principal of a Pontiac franchise.
His voting record and I believe the largest percentages of the vote in this past election shows he is in touch with the voting public and besides who else in Harford County is a radio talk show host.
I did not post the previous message (#47). What kind of thrill do some folks get from using someone else’s name?
What a moron.
Thanks for the clarification Phil! For a second I thought you fell down and cracked your coconut.
There were a half dozen citizens at the intersection of 22 and Main with signs against Congressman Kratovil for voting for bills he didn’t read and for attacking Health Care. One sign read “Leave My Healthcare Alone” and another implied that Kratovil would be kicked out of office. There was heavy foot and vehicle traffic.
Tuesday morning, July 28, 2009.
When will the incessant nightmare known as McDonough and Impallaria go away? It seems like it just never ends. Added to the mix is Steve Wright, who McDonough referenced in his letter to the Aegis today. Folks in Aberdeen and at the courthouse are certainly familiar with Steve Wright so there is no need to expound on that prize to humanity.
Is Harford County politics really so bad that we have these hate-mongering publicity hounds hanging around and festering like a bad stench in a fraternity house?
Things are lining up in a very strange way. You have McDonough, Impallaria, Susan McComas, Steve Wright , Glen Glass, and now Jason Gallion and Dave Tritt on one side.
On the other you have Dave Craig, Donna Stifler, JB Jennings, Wayne Norman, Mike Geppi, Billy Boniface, Terry Hanley, Jim Berndt, Kathy Szeliga, Steve Kline, and Marilyn Booker. I am sure there are others as well. Hanley is running for Council District C, by the way. He will defeat Jim MacMahan.
I really hope that Gallion and Tritt get away from those wackos.
It is also interesting that Impallaria took some major shots at John Gessner in today’s Aegis. Gessner and his law firm are one of the key political fundraisers in Harford Co. Watch to see where the money goes. You can bet it will not be on the side of the list with Impy and the others.
Impy, McDonough, and McComas could very well co-author a book entitled ” How to Win Enemines and Influence Your Own Defeat.”
Look at the bright side: there is a good chance that all of the incumbents will be defeated. Then we can finally get a breath of fresh air. But that is probably wishful thinking.
Unfaithful -
Are you arguments so weak that you have to resort to insults and personal attacks?
Joe
P.S. It is doubtful that you will ever enjoy a “breath of fresh air” until such time as you stop spewing toilet water and disinfect yourself.
Unfaithful -
Are your arguments so weak that you have to resort to insults and personal attacks?
Joe
P.S. It is doubtful that you will ever enjoy a “breath of fresh air” until such time as you stop spewing toilet water and disinfect yourself.
Actually, I thought ‘unfatithful’ comments well put. I did not smell any toilet water, though I do disagree with the Fraternity comment. Any upstanding Greek man will go toe to toe with any independent who has never smelled the wistful smell of a Sunday morning filled with the beautiful smell of spilled beer and lustful tri-delts.
I might be presumptious, but I think what our delegation is lacking is some real experience– business experience. Making payroll, cutting overhead, talking plain speak directly to folks. Problem is that those who would be most qualified are not going to make the time to take on such a thankless position when you have to deal with the likes of the flacid group that is in there now that is supposed to represent the business community, or the very least people who believe in conservative ideals…. not making hay over non issue parade signs (not a constitutional issue, just shut up and follow the rules). When you see folks like Gessner weigh in, I think it speaks volumes about the duo that is an embarassment to every good republican in Harford County
Unfaithful, good points all around. I would put Kathy Szeliga in the same group as McDonough, Impallaria and add Andy Harris. Kathy is, after all, Harris’ Chief of Staff.
wow wow wow
Politics aside, I find Kathy Szeliga to be one of the most thoughtful and considerate people that I have met in all my years in Annapolis
To Redharford: I don’t say much on the blogs but I feel your recent post deserves a response from me. I have run my own business, a law office, for the past twenty or so years. Just because I am a lawyer doesn’t mean I had a silver spoon. I worked through law school changing tires for the family business, Tire Village in Bel Air. Now, as an attorney I have ten employees to pay every Friday whether I get paid or not. Many of the Delegates that I have met in Annapolis have cushy government jobs and have never had to pay rent/mortgages, secretaries, phone bills, etc. Heck, they don’t even have to buy stamps. This economy is a challenge to all of us, and I am as opposed to higher taxes and government interference in the free market system as anyone. Please don’t lump all of us in Annapolis together. We aren’t all cut from the same cloth……The only way I can serve as a Delegate is because I have a great family and a great staff in my business. Its tough being away from home for 3 months during session.
Well I live in the 7th but if I lived in 34A I would not be voting for Mr. Glass since I realized he is the idiot who kept stealing a space from honest commuters at the Park and ride to park his giant bill board. On 4 occasions I was unable to carpool because this guy has been abusing the Park and Ride for a vehicle that until recently he had not been moving! A person however that I attempted to carpool with does live in 34 A and commented she will not be voting for him in the primary.
Lollar might not be eligible to run for Governor.
http://redmaryland.blogspot.com/2009/07/whoops.html
I can’t imagine he would do this if O’Malley wasn’t an option…
http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/news/local/politics/2009/07/lollar_definitely_eyeing_hoyer.html
Also what does blue mean?
Who is Joseph Gutierrez?
You need to add Pat McDonough to the list for governor.
McDonough for Governor? Is it April Fools Day already?
Chart is updated with Patrick McGrady for House of Delegates 34A, removed Dave Tritt and Jason Gallion from the sheriff’s and council races and listed them as active candidates for the House of Delegates 35A race, confirmed Derek Hopkins has now filed to run for Register of Wills, and added Pat McDonough to list of potential gubernatorial candidates…
Hopkins has my vote.
It is refreshing to see a young energetic hard working candidate enter this race.
Rob Preston has no business running for this position as a failed businessman (his parents business) and an extremely poor leader for the Town of Bel Air it is evident that the only reason he wants the position is for the salary and benefits.
We already have enough do-nothings in office
What is Mr. Hopkins education? Does any one know what the job of Register of Will is?
Register of wills collects money from the recently deceased’s heirs. Just another tax man. Every cashier in the state does the same thing, on a 6% basis instead of 1% though. Education is almost irrelavant.
Almost right. The tax collection is from the deceased’s estate, prior to distribution. As far as education, I would rather have someone with law, accounting, estate knowledge with the mind set that the estate should go to the heirs, rather than big brother. I don’t think we need an economist, teacher, etc.
Updated to reflect Del. J.B. Jennings’ announced bid for the District 7 state senate.
http://www.daggerpress.com/2009/08/21/del-jennings-announces-run-for-district-7-state-senate-seat/
Chart updated to show Omar Simpson as a speculated candidate for the District A School Board seat and to indicate Patrick McGrady has officially filed to run for House of Delegates District 35A:
http://www.daggerpress.com/2009/08/26/mcgrady-announces-run-for-district-34a-delegation-seat-refuses-to-raise-taxes/
Robert Wagner and Steven Whrite enter 2010 County Executive Race
Wagner should be a good candidate. Heard he is generally his own person and not like the other politicians in Harford. Used to be a county council member and certainly better than what is up there now. Wright was and may be still connected to past Mayor Simmons in Aberdeen. Two radical troublesome guys that also had ownership of an airpark in Aldino. Both Sheriff Bane and Del Riley are best candidates for reelection as they swim uphill trying to do a good job in spite of the cheap politicians and their backers that thrive in Harford.
Lastweek,as I was driving through Aberdeen, I noticed the illegal campaign signs put up by Glen Glass in the medium strip. A clear violation of State/county law. These signs crop up on weekends with the knowledge that no State/county agency works on the weekend and can’t enforce the law.
Last week’s signs had an appropiate addition to them. A bumber sticker saying LAWBREAKER not LAWMAKER
Is this the same moron who steals a park nd ride spot parking his bill board?
Yes it is. Glass is flaunting the laws by sticking his signs out on State, County and municipal property every week end. I also noticed that Helton put his “tastefully decorated” truck on route 22, right at the verge of state and private property. Of course he was in Aberdeen so no one will dare cite him or have him towed.
Hello everyone – naturally, I (Marla Posey-Moss) noticed the campaign signs of my competitor. I appreciate the need to gain name familiarity but there are more “legal” and appropriate methods of doing so and still abide by MD State campaign laws. I filed back in January and anyone looking to assist with the KNOW YOUR VOTE campaign, feel free to email me at mpm_thinks@msn.com.
Marla,
While Glenn Glass is defintely a law breaker (placing illegal signs in state and county rights of way), and is (in my humble, yet knowledgable opinion) a total idiot, he is definitely NOT your “competitor”. You see….he’s a republican, and you are a democrat. In order for Glenn to be your “competitor”, both of you would have to survive your respective primary races. That (my dear Marla) is something that I hope AND truly believe will not happen!
Beside who would vote for a guy who parks his billboard in the last spot in the park and ride so you can not carpool to work?
Hi St. Justin,
I understand your point on “competition” due to the differences in party affiliation. However, I am a long-term thinker and planner and I intend on making it past the primary election, and thus, I consider him my competitor especially in light of the fact that he survived the last primary.
I am working very hard to convey to my constituents my platform issues regarding consumer advocacy, small businesses, public safety and women and families. I ask that you and all those who read this to support my candidacy.
Additionally, my motto to Educate, Advocate and Lead is true to its meaning. I have heard repeatedly that Harford County is the only county without a hotel tax, but according to the Maryland Association of Counties that is not accurate. Joining Harford County is Caroline County and that can be corroborated by reviewing the Maryland Association of Counties website, http://www.mdcounties.org, Publications, Budget and Tax Rates, Section 8.3 of the FY 2010 Budget and Tax Rate Survey to confirm what I have informed you. And yes, Caroline County does have hotels.
Again, I do hope to have your support and vote.
Marla, First of all, you don’t, and never will have MY support. I support our current Delegates James and Riley. They are doing the right things in a tough economy, AND they have the experience needed to get us through the current global economic situation. Furthermore, regarding Caroline County, they DO have the ENABLING legislation needed to enact the “hotel” tax (more accurately called “Room” tax), but they may CHOOSE not to levy the same (but thanks for informing me that the actually do have hotels “out yonder”)! That being said, Glenn Glass DID win his party’s primary 4 years ago, but it “ain’t gonna” happen this time. The republican primary victors in district 34 A will be 2 infinitely better candidates….Randy Craig and Patrick McGrady .
Okay, St. Justin,
Thanks for your input. Take care.
I have to agree about the signs. Harford County is already litter-bound and we don’t need a proliferation of campaign signs, illegal or not. Sen Harris has some of his lousy signs up all year round and he still whined in court to keep them up longer. So what has he done for his constituents? I would like to see the end to all political campaign contributions which normally tend to induce the candidate to cater to special interests over the general population. Instead, let the candidates get out there with everyone else and meet the people in shopping malls, at special events, on the streets and at area community meetings. Do something useful or nice to get attention. Find a good cause and stick with it – that’s how people get to know you. I know that may put some lawyers and a slew of lobbyists out of work but so be it.
If Glass has his signs placed illegally on State property then citizens should have the right to remove them. Lawbeaker not Lawmaker fits Glen Glass to a tee.
Glass not only places his signs illegally, they are illegal signs to begin with. Take a close look at them. The State Board of Elections requires that ALL campaign material, and yes, that includes signs, are required to have the candidate’s Treasurer’s authority line on them. Glass’ signs, and probably none of his other campaign material, is lacking this information.
Plus he abuses the Park and Ride!
I wonder how many campaign lawn signs Guthrie will try to remove again from front yards of voters who support his opponents?? I say the over/under is 15!!! If he was 50 years younger it would have been 45…lol
Read this about Guthrie, Lawn Invador. Pretty good stuff.
http://dionletter.webs.com/
More stuff about Guthrie Union. http://dionletter.webs.com/
I am running for State Senate in District 7 as a democrat, and yet your chart does not reflect this; may you add my name. Thank you!
obviously you don’t read carefully…this article is from July of last year…you had changed races what? 3 times since then? looking for the least competition…