Joan Cole
Joan Cole Joan Cole earned a high school diploma from Cardinal Mooney High School, a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, and a graduate degree from the University of Wisconsin.
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“I am personally passionate about education and supporting all learners in their field of choice and throughout their lifetimes, public safety and gun violence (and other forms of violence) prevention, and increasing access to healthcare because no one should have to choose between their health and going bankrupt.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection) “Now, I’m running for the Maryland House of Delegates to take that same commitment to Annapolis—fighting every day for real safety, fair opportunities, and a stronger future for our neighborhoods. My mission is to build a government that works for families, strengthens our communities, and gives people a reason to believe their voices can make a difference.”
(Campaign website (joancole4md.com))Heidi Schmidt
Heidi Schmidt Heidi Schmidt earned a high school diploma from Colchester High School.
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“I’m building a grassroots campaign in District 31, and I can’t do it without you. Whether it’s knocking on doors, sharing your story, hosting a meet & greet, or chipping in a few dollars, your support fuels this movement.”
(Campaign website (voteheidischmidt.com)) “I’m Heidi. I’m a mom, a small business owner, a community advocate, and proud resident of Pasadena, Maryland. I’m running to represent District 31 in the Maryland House of Delegates because our communities deserve leadership that listens, leads with integrity, and puts people over politics.”
(Campaign website (voteheidischmidt.com))Ryan Shaban
Ryan Shaban Ryan Shaban served in the U.S.
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“Besides what I have above, criminal justice reform is another passion. I wore a badge, and I can tell you that the issue isn't just 'enforce harder'. We have a system now that throws people in prison and then the government sends you, the taxpayer, a bill for the $60k per year it takes to keep someone in prison.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)LaToya Caldwell-Nkongolo
LaToya Caldwell-Nkongolo She assumed office on January 10, 2025.
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“As a mental health therapist, I strongly advocate for schools offering support to students and staff. However, I recommend optimizing community resources. Schools should serve as hubs for parents and children to access information and seek referrals to various community-based providers within the county for comprehensive support.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection) “The most important characteristics for an elected official are the ability to work well with others, fostering a sense of unity and common purpose among colleagues and constituents, and prioritizing the needs of the community while diligently working to achieve desired outcomes. These are the qualities I possess, which led many elected officials and community members to encourage me to run for the Board of Education.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)Brian Chisholm
Brian Chisholm
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“I was raised in Anne Arundel County, growing up in a proud blue-collar family. To give you an idea–my father, “BigChiz”, worked as a bricklayer, which, by default, made me the brick carrier. I’m a product of our public school system, attended Anne Arundel Community College, and later transferred to Clemson University, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing.”
(Campaign website (chisholmformaryland.com)) “Before joining the Maryland legislature, I spent 20 years in the mortgage lending industry, gaining extensive experience in housing, construction, business operations, and banking. A fun fact: I was honored to be recognized among the Top 1% of Mortgage Lenders in the nation by Mortgage Executive Magazine in both 2016 and 2017.”
(Campaign website (chisholmformaryland.com))Mike Jacobs
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“Public safety comes first. When criminals act, they must face serious consequences. We’ll back law enforcement, strengthen penalties for repeat offenders, and ensure that our streets, schools and homes are places citizens feel safe and proud to live.”
(Campaign website (electmikejacobs.com)) “Promote clean water initiatives, responsible shoreline management, and environmental programs that protect our natural resources for future generations.”
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