I'm running because I love this state and everyone in it.  All Marylanders deserve an equal opportunity to succeed.  My message is one of unity in an increasingly divisive and hostile political environment. 

I'm running because I feel a strong calling to do so now.  9A is the most competitive race in the state.  Your vote will determine whether we continue down the path we are on, or if we are ready to fight for eachother and our state.  There is no guarantee I won't be gerrymandered out of the district next election cycle. 

I'm running because theres too much at stake in this election cycle.  In 2026, the Maryland General Assembly showed no remorse for the bad policy and bloated government that have gotten us into the mess we face today. I'm ready to hold feet to the fire in Annapolis. 

I'm running to stop the slide into socialism. I lived in NYC for over a decade.  I watched the city under Mayor Bloomberg, who would be considered a republican by today's standards, descend into the socialist mayor that sits in city hall today. Maryland is not far behind. 

I'm running for the future.  For the gen z'ers struggling to find their piece of the the American dream, and for our sons and daughters, nieces and nephews, such that all may prosper here.  Marylanders can and will have a better life without the government sticking its hand in your pocket at every opportunity and making up new ways to do so as they go along.  Marylanders will be happier without the moral warriors on high horses dividing us down racial, religious, and all sorts of other new and made up lines.

I'm running for the Marylanders that came before me.  Hundreds of my direct ancestors put their blood into this ground where they lie today. I feel a responsibility to stop them from turning over in their graves at what this state has become. 

I'm running because the two party system is broken.  Primary elections result in the furthest left candidates representing democrats, and thus, an ultra-libral body of legislators is making laws in the state house.

I'm running because I see a path forward. We might not be able to break the super majority in this election cycle.  But we can certainly do so in 2030.  I am making an 8 year commitment to this seat.  I will find the next generation of young leaders that will challenge the status quo and restore our faith in Maryland government in the next election and beyond.

I'm running because I know the job and I can do it. And I want to do it. I did the equivalent of internship in Annapolis this session.  There are already quite a few democrats who hate to see me coming.  The republican party is not currently effective, though it has strong individuals. I know that the next four years will not be easy.

I'm running because I'm not afraid to speak my truth. I've never been great at shutting up (but I'm working on it, lol).  I'm unfazed by walking an uncomfortable road,  Having spent my first 40 years as a sponge of knowledge, I look forward to dedicating the next 40 to learning more about life, especially in becoming the best family man, friend and legislator I can be. 

I'm running because I want to represent you-- from the suburban communities in Ellicot City and Columbia to the back roads of Western Howard and Damascus.