Staff Reports
Vice President Kamala Harris is heading to Maryland to support Democratic Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks in her campaign against former Republican Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. Harris and Alsobrooks are joining forces on the campaign trail to rally support for the upcoming November election.
Hogan's bid for a Senate seat in Maryland has attracted significant attention, offering a rare chance for the Republican Party to secure a victory in a traditionally Democratic state. Harris is set to speak alongside Alsobrooks at a campaign event on "Gun Violence Awareness Day," where she will also highlight the Biden administration's efforts on gun safety legislation, contrasting the Democratic stance with Republican views.
She joked that she has known Ms. Alsobrooks longer than some of the youth activists have been alive, noting, “She is a leader with deep conviction and compassion.” https://t.co/pFFEoe2VRn
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The upcoming election is crucial, and the candidates are emphasizing their differences on various issues, particularly gun violence prevention. Hogan has distanced himself from former President Donald Trump and is trying to appeal to Democratic voters in a state where Democrats significantly outnumber Republicans. Alsobrooks has been challenging Hogan on his stance regarding abortion rights, underscoring their divergent views on the issue.
Alsobrooks faced a tough primary battle with Representative David Trone but is now consolidating her campaign with the support of Vice President Harris. The two politicians are once again collaborating, as Alsobrooks supported Harris in her 2016 Senate campaign.
The race between Alsobrooks and Hogan is gaining momentum as both parties rally their bases in the hopes of securing the Senate seat in Maryland. This campaign is historic as Alsobrooks could become the first Black senator from Maryland if elected.
