Election 2022

While both issues have historically helped to drive voter decisions, a plurality of both Democratic and Republican respondents said they weigh abortion and guns against a host of other factors.

The philosopher’s agenda aims to reduce the hours that Marylanders spend working to foster “simpler lives with less stuff,” a culture that values community and environmental stewardship.

The June survey of Maryland voters shows a state divided by party.

With the Maryland primary election season in its final weeks, the Democratic Governors Association has entered the fray, buying TV ad air time. Here’s what’s going on and why it matters.

Evidence-based policy evangelist Jon Baron has dedicated his career to convincing federal lawmakers to implement well-researched social programs. Now, the former nonprofit executive and Clinton administration official wants to do the same as Maryland's next governor.

Democrat Ashwani Jain wants to become the country’s youngest governor.

The poll contacted 501 Democrats and 508 Republicans age 18 or older by landline and cellphone from June 15-19 and has a margin of error of 4.4%.

First, Dan Cox sued Gov. Larry Hogan and failed. Then he tried to impeach the governor and failed. Now Cox is campaigning to become governor himself.

Kelly Schulz, a political ally of Gov. Larry Hogan, is hoping that the popular governor’s influence and support propels her to her own term as governor.

Goucher College Poll also shows more than two-thirds of Republican likely voters are undecided

Poll respondents — both undecided and those who had made up their mind — said they knew very little about the candidates’ qualifications. Many said endorsements, literature and likability will determine their vote.

New poll provides insights into the Democratic governor candidates as July primary approaches.

Most voters have yet to make up their mind: 44% said they were undecided and nearly half of those who have a favored candidate said they could change their choice.

John King is attempting to transform from educator to politician as he runs for governor of Maryland in 2022.

The question is whether Maryland Democrats, humbled by losing three of the last five governor’s races, are willing to welcome a candidate with his baggage.

Amid a crowded field of candidates, Moore has drawn the most attention. He’s both a lightning rod for criticism and a beacon of hope for change in Maryland.

The Baltimore Banner asked Maryland gubernatorial candidates about abortion access as part of our voter guide questionnaire.

The Democratic Party is considering rearranging the lineup of primaries for 2024, potentially bumping Iowa and New Hampshire from their coveted spots early on in the process.

Perez has become the favorite of progressive Democrats in this campaign, sewing up endorsements from several large labor unions and the advocacy group Progressive Maryland.

Baltimore City Sheriff John W. Anderson is seeking a ninth term in the July 19 Democratic primary. But his challenger, Sam Cogen, a former top deputy, would like to change that. Cogen believes that the sheriff’s office could and should take a more active role in reducing violent crime in the city, in part by adopting modern technology to make the office more efficient.