“Having campaigned in 2014 on a platform by turns vague, glib and pie-in-sky, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan shifted gears and struck a clear and bracing note on the day he took office, promising in his inaugural address to surmount partisanship and wedge politics in favor of what he called a bipartisan politics of ‘middle temperament. That was January 2015, before anyone foresaw the rise of Donald Trump. To his immense credit, Mr.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that Salisbury’s Democratic Mayor Jake Day is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election. Mayor Day’s endorsement underscores the historic level of support for Governor Hogan from a coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public sector and private sector unions, and business groups. Salisbury is the eight largest city in Maryland. Governor Hogan has also received the support of the sitting Democratic mayors of Bowie and Gaithersburg.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the Prince George’s County Professional Fire Fighters & Paramedics Association IAFF Local 1619 is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election. This important endorsement adds to the historic level of support for Governor Hogan from a coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public sector and private sector unions, and business groups.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the Annapolis City Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #1, the Anne Arundel County Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #70, the St. Mary’s County Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #7, the Talbot County Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #18, the Carroll County Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #20, the Howard County Police Officers’ Association - Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #21, the Cecil County Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #2, the Greenspring Valley Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) Lodge #76, and the Mount Rainer Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #85 are proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan for re-election. These nine endorsements add to the historic level of support for Governor Hogan from a coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public and private sector unions, and business groups.
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today released the following statement on today’s debate: “Governor Hogan won today’s debate decisively by reminding voters about his bipartisan record of accomplishment and laying out a vision for an even more affordable Maryland. Ben Jealous, on the other hand, reminded voters that he will deliver for them a massive middle class tax hike while releasing thousands of violent criminals out of prison and onto the streets.
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today announced that the Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA), the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), NAIOP the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, and the Maryland REALTORS® are proud to endorse Governor Hogan for re-election. These four endorsements add to the historic level of bipartisan support for Governor Hogan throughout Maryland. “When Governor Hogan took office, he told all Marylanders that our state was now open for business, and over these last four years he’s delivered on that promise,” said Lori Graf, CEO of the Maryland Building Industry Association.
Read more“Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan holds a commanding 22-point lead over Democratic challenger Ben Jealous in a new poll that suggests the Republican is consolidating substantial support from groups that traditionally back Democrats in the deep-blue state. “The Goucher Poll, released early Wednesday morning, found likely voters favor Hogan over Jealous by a margin of 54 percent to 32 percent. Undecided voters have dwindled to just 9 percent of the electorate, the poll found.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the Career Firefighters Association of Frederick Local 3666 is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election campaign. This endorsement adds to the historic level of support for Governor Hogan from a coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public sector and private sector unions, and business groups.
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Hogan for Governor today announced that the Baltimore Fire Fighters Local 734 and the Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1664 are proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election. These important endorsements add to the historic level of support for Governor Hogan from a coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public sector and private sector unions, and business groups.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the Fraternal Order Of Police (FOP) voted to unanimously endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that three International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) local Maryland unions, Ocean City Career Fire Fighters and Paramedics, Worcester County Professional Fire Fighters, and Salisbury Career Fire Fighters are proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election.
Read more“The Jealous campaign should cut this out now,’ Zirkin said. ‘It is not appropriate. It is absolutely a false narrative.’”
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today announced that the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers has voted to unanimously endorse Governor Larry Hogan.
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today announced that the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan.
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today announced that Senator Jim Brochin, a Democratic State Senator who has served Baltimore County for fifteen years, is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan. Senator Brochin’s endorsement highlights the strong, bipartisan coalition of current and former Democratic leaders, public sector and private sector unions that are supporting the governor for re-election.
Read moreFive Maryland UA Unions Join Firefighters, State Law Enforcement, Public And Private Sector Unions In Supporting Governor For Re-Election
Read moreMaryland State Pipe Trades Association Joins Firefighters, State Law Enforcement, Public And Private Sector Unions In Supporting Governor for Re-Election.
Read more“Any blue wave would have to be pretty big to threaten these popular incumbents.”
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today released the following statements from current and former elected Democratic officials endorsing Governor Hogan for re-election. These twelve new endorsements, including the former Chairman of the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, sitting mayors of Berlin and Frostburg, the Dorchester County Council president, and former members of the Maryland General Assembly, highlight the strong support the governor is receiving from Democrats throughout the state. In total, the Hogan for Governor campaign has announced more than 50 Democratic endorsements.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election campaign. The IAFF represents 10,000 active and retired professional fire fighters in Maryland, and more than 300,000 across the world. The IAFF joins state law enforcement, and public and private sector unions in supporting Governor Hogan, as well as more than 50 current and former Democratic leaders from across the state.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the State Law Enforcement Officers Labor Alliance is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election campaign. SLEOLA represents 1800 law enforcement officers in Maryland belonging to ten law enforcement agencies throughout the state. In 2014, SLEOLA [endorsed](javascript:void(0)) then-Lt. Governor Anthony Brown.
Read more“State-sponsored health insurance for all Marylanders such as the single-payer plan proposed by Democratic gubernatorial nominee Ben Jealous could cost $24 billion a year, forcing lawmakers to significantly raise taxes, according to a nonpartisan analysis.”
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today released fifteen current and former Democratic elected officials endorsing Governor Hogan for re-election. These new endorsements, including the current Mayors of Bowie and Gaithersburg and a former Speaker of the House of Delegates, the second to endorse, reinforces the widespread support the governor is receiving from Democrats across Maryland. It also, once again, serves to highlight the significant level of defection and fracturing the Maryland Democratic Party has been experiencing since the nomination of Ben Jealous. A total of 40 current and former elected Democratic officials have endorsed Governor Hogan for re-election.
Read moreJust one week removed from the primary election, Hogan for Governor received 25 endorsements from prominent Democratic leaders. Governor Hogan has a proven track record of working with Maryland Democratic leaders to implement the solutions to the problems Marylanders care about the most. These endorsements reflect the governor’s bipartisan leadership, and his record support from both Democrats and independents:
Read moreThe Hogan for Governor campaign today released the following statements from prominent Maryland Democratic leaders endorsing Governor Hogan’s re-election. Governor Hogan has a proven track record of working with Maryland Democratic leaders to implement the solutions to the problems Marylanders care about the most. These endorsements reflect the governor’s bipartisan leadership, and his record support from both Democrats and independents:
Read more“After voting in the closed primary on Tuesday, many registered Democrats – even in blue strongholds like the D.C suburbs and Baltimore – said they either planned to vote for Hogan in the general election or are strongly considering it.”
Read moreHogan for Governor released the following statement from former Maryland Democratic Party Chairman Nate Landow in response to Ben Jealous winning the Democratic primary election for governor: “It is imperative that Democratic voters who value moderation, fiscal responsibility and functional government support Governor Larry Hogan in the general election. His record of sensible, bipartisan reform and his genuine decency is the antidote for what ails our politics today. He stands in stark contrast to the irresponsible and extreme ideas of Ben Jealous.
Read moreHogan for Governor today announced that the Maryland Fire Chiefs Association is proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s re-election campaign. The governor announced this endorsement in Ocean City while addressing the Maryland State Firemen’s Association convention. After the speech, Governor Hogan was inducted into the Maryland State Firemen’s Association Hall Of Fame.
Tonight’s Democratic primary debate is missing many things, but most prominently it missed accurate information about Governor Hogan’s strong record of accomplishments for Marylanders.
Read more“None of the Democratic candidates for governor polled well against Hogan, the survey showed.
“Hogan leads each of his possible general election opponents by double-digit margins, with Baker keeping it most competitive. Hogan leads Baker 48 to 37 percent in a head-to-head match-up with the Republican incumbent with 15 percent undecided, the poll found.
Read moreANNAPOLIS, MD – Hogan for Governor today announced that the United Association of Plumbers, Pipefitters, Sprinklerfitters, Welders and HVAC Technicians (UA), and their affiliated Maryland Locals, are proud to endorse Governor Larry Hogan’s reelection campaign. “Governor Hogan has moved the state forward with bipartisan leadership in the interest of all Marylanders. His inclusive energy policy is not only good for the environment, but will also add good paying jobs to the Maryland economy and support skilled tradesmen and women,” said Mark McManus, General President of the United Association of Plumbers.
Read moreTonight’s debate was missing many things, but most prominently it was missing accurate information about Governor Hogan’s strong record of accomplishments for Marylanders.
Read more“The sleeping giant that is the Larry Hogan re-election campaign just woke up.”
Read moreHogan for Governor today released the following fact check from last night’s Maryland Democratic Primary Gubernatorial Debate, where once again Democratic candidates wildly distorted Governor Hogan’s strong record of accomplishments for Maryland. In combination with the fact check released by The Baltimore Sun last night, at the very least there was a factually inaccurate claim or statement made at least every ten minutes of this debate: CLAIM: RUSHERN BAKER: “That’s what Larry Hogan ran against, the rain tax.
Read moreANNAPOLIS, MD – Hogan for Governor today released the first ad of the reelection campaign entitled “Maryland Strong.” Sixty and 30-second versions of the ad will air statewide on Maryland broadcast and cable television. The Hogan campaign has reserved $1.3 million in television time to support its advertising campaign during the primary season. The new ad highlights Governor Hogan’s work to turn around Maryland’s economy and his strong record of accomplishment on issues ranging from education spending and Chesapeake Bay restoration to infrastructure improvements.
Read moreGovernor Larry Hogan today announced that the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will permanently eliminate the $7.50 E-ZPass Maryland transponder fee for all new customers, putting $46 million back into Marylanders’ wallets over the next five years. In 2015, the governor announced major toll rollbacks across the state, resulting in $270 million in savings for our citizens.
Read more“Hogan’s lead as a Republican in a solidly Democratic state reflects strong approval for his job performance and his ability to portray himself as a moderate while also holding the support of his party.”
Read more“The Port of Baltimore continues to be a leading economic engine for our state, supported by tens of thousands of hard-working Marylanders.” – Governor Larry Hogan
Read moreMorning Consult is out with their 2018 Q1 poll of the most and least popular governors in the nation today. According to the poll, Governor Hogan remains the second most popular governor in the nation, with an approval rating of 68%. His net approval rating now stands at a robust 51%.
Read moreA record number of bills were introduced in Annapolis this session. Dominating the discussion were crime, guns, school safety and sexual harassment. Gov. Larry Hogan called this the best session he’s ever had. “We put forth a really aggressive agenda, almost all of which looks like it’s going to get done,” Hogan said. Crime bills overcame huge twists, turns and tweaks. One piece of legislation mandates a 10-year jail term for repeat violent gun offenders.
Read moreGovernor Larry Hogan was joined today by Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch to sign 114 bills into law at a signing ceremony at the Maryland State House in Annapolis.
Read moreBefore Governor Larry Hogan took office, Maryland lost 100,000 jobs and 8,000 businesses and the state’s unemployment rate stood at 5.5 percent. Under the previous administration, there were 43 consecutive tax increases placing incredible burdens on small businesses and hard-working families.
Read moreGovernor Larry Hogan signed landmark legislation to stabilize Maryland’s health care insurance market and prevent rates from skyrocketing due to the repeated failures of Congress and multiple federal administrations to find and implement solutions to this well-identified problem.
Read moreFree and fair elections are a founding principle of our constitutional republic. When Marylanders go to the polls, they deserve to know they’re voting in an election that upholds these standards. Unfortunately, for decades Marylanders haven’t benefited from much balance, fairness or competitiveness in our political system. We’ve been singled out for having some of the most gerrymandered congressional districts in the nation; our state legislative districts are even worse.
Read moreIn the latest poll conducted by Morning Consult, an overwhelming majority of Marylanders approve of the job that Governor Larry Hogan is doing.
Read moreFor the fourth consecutive year in a row, Governor Larry Hogan is investing a record amount in education to ensure that every child has access to a world class education. As a result of Governor Hogan’s historic investment, every single jurisdiction across the state will see an increase in funding.
Read moreANNAPOLIS, MD - Today, the Hogan for Governor campaign launched the Larry Hogan For Governor mobile app, a powerful tool for supporters and volunteers to get involved and stay engaged in the campaign. Our app will provide a new way for the campaign to connect with supporters on an individual level and build upon the strong grassroots foundation Governor Hogan has already established. The app’s functionally will significantly expand the connectivity and engagement of campaign supporters and volunteers and will allow Marylanders to:
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