I ran for the Maryland House of Delegates this year, but lost in the primary election. Despite the outcome, I really enjoyed the process. I met a lot of wonderful people going door to door in northern Baltimore County, which is one of the most beautiful places in the country. The support I received was marvelous. I thank my supporters and all those who welcomed me at their door. The experience was gratifying.
I’m quite proud of our effort. We worked hard and ran a good campaign. We ran against two other candidates for one position, and received just short of thirty percent of the vote. Not bad for a total unknown taking his first foray into politics. We lost to a man who was running for his tenth term (forty years) as a Delegate. I would rather have won, so I am disappointed, but other election-related things disappoint me more.
I wonder what happened to all the Tea Partiers who swore to vote against any and all incumbents. I would like to have seen it happen – I might have won. Winning or losing aside, I am perplexed by the election results. (more…)
