County/Region: Montgomery County (Silver Spring area)
House Configuration: Multi-member (3 Delegates)
Political Lean: Strong Democrat
Status: Safe Democratic
State Senate – District 19
Incumbent: Ben Kramer, Democrat
Running Again: Y
Key Issues
- Transit and infrastructure
- Housing affordability
- Public safety reform
- Education funding
What to Watch
District 19 is among the most Democratic districts in the state. Competitive races will likely occur only within primary contests.
House of Delegates – District 19
Three at-large seats.
Candidates
Democrat
- Charlotte Crutchfield – Incumbent
Sunil Dasgupta- Vaughn Stewart – Incumbent
- Christa Tichy
Sebastian JohnsonGabriel Sorrel
Stable Democratic representation. Though open competition with Bonnie Cullison’s retirement.
MDBayNews Analysis
District 19 plays a key role in advancing statewide progressive legislation. Republican opportunities are minimal absent extraordinary political shifts.
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