Maryland Democratic Party

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The Maryland Democratic Party is the affiliate of the Democratic Party (United States) in the state of Maryland. The party is headquartered in Annapolis. It is currently chaired by Yvette Lewis.

History

The Maryland Democratic Party was founded in 1827 and has played a significant role in the state's politics since its inception. The party has traditionally been dominant in the state, particularly in urban areas such as Baltimore and the Washington, D.C. suburbs.

Ideology

The Maryland Democratic Party aligns with the broader national Democratic Party and supports liberal policies. The party advocates for issues such as healthcare reform, environmental protection, education reform, and social justice.

Organization

The party is organized at the state level and includes various local chapters. The state party is governed by the Maryland Democratic State Central Committee, which is responsible for party operations and strategy.

Leadership

The current chair of the Maryland Democratic Party is Yvette Lewis. The party's leadership also includes vice-chairs, a treasurer, and other officers who manage the party's activities and finances.

Electoral Performance

The Maryland Democratic Party has been successful in state and federal elections. The party holds a majority in both the Maryland Senate and the Maryland House of Delegates. Additionally, Maryland has consistently supported Democratic candidates in United States presidential elections.

Notable Figures

Several prominent politicians have been associated with the Maryland Democratic Party, including:

• Martin O'Malley, former Governor of Maryland
• Ben Cardin, U.S. Senator
• Chris Van Hollen, U.S. Senator
• Steny Hoyer, U.S. Representative and House Majority Leader

Related Pages

• Democratic Party (United States)
• Maryland Senate
• Maryland House of Delegates
• Politics of Maryland
• Martin O'Malley
• Ben Cardin
• Chris Van Hollen
• Steny Hoyer

External Links

• Official website

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