As Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks campaigns for Maryland’s open Senate seat, she is positioning herself not just as a historic candidate but as a force for policy change in Congress.
Running to replace retiring Senator Ben Cardin, Alsobrooks seeks to become the first Black woman to represent Maryland in the Senate. However, her focus remains squarely on the issues that matter to voters rather than solely on breaking barriers.
While her campaign has drawn significant attention for its potential to make history, Alsobrooks is determined to highlight her policy agenda. During her address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, she emphasized the importance of delivering tangible results for Marylanders.
“This election will help us decide the kind of future we want for our children and grandchildren,” she told the crowd.
This declaration underscores her vision of expanding economic opportunities, improving healthcare access, and addressing systemic inequalities.
Her platform includes advocating for a $15-per-hour minimum wage, supporting universal healthcare, holding gun manufacturers accountable, and protecting abortion rights.
By prioritizing these issues, Alsobrooks is signaling that her candidacy is rooted in policy, not just identity.
Facing off against Republican candidate and former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, Alsobrooks has framed the race as a contest of competing visions.
While Hogan touts his record as a centrist governor, Alsobrooks has criticized him for what she describes as “misleading” positions on critical issues. The race could reshape the Senate, where Democrats currently hold a narrow majority.
Alsobrooks’s campaign also highlights her extensive experience in public service. She was the first woman and youngest elected state’s attorney in Prince George’s County, where she led efforts to reduce crime and established a pioneering unit to investigate and prosecute police misconduct.
Her track record includes initiatives focused on employment, youth investment, healthcare, and mental health services.
With endorsements from high-profile figures like Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden, Alsobrooks’s candidacy has garnered substantial national attention.
Her campaign has also received significant financial backing, including a $2.6 million investment from Women Vote and support from Higher Heights for America PAC, signaling strong momentum as the race heats up.
As the election draws near, Alsobrooks continues to build her message around substantive change, striving to show voters that her historic candidacy is just one part of a broader mission to deliver progress for Maryland and the nation.
