No Kings Rally:  October 18th  Join me this Saturday in a day of national and global nonviolent protests against the outrageous and devastating actions of President Trump and his enablers.  I’ll be joined by members of Do the Most Good, Indivisible MoCoWoMen, Moms Rising, and lots of your neighbors.   Bring your protest signs to Colesville Road from Hastings Drive to the 495 overpass from 10:00-11:30 am.  Sign up   here   to let us know you are coming and to get more details.

October 18th “No Kings” Protest History has its eyes on us. What will you say you did at this critical juncture for our country? Every...

As the House Chair of the Maryland General Assembly Transit Caucus and in a challenging budget year, I am thrilled to report progress on...

It’s been a busy summer.  In Maryland we streamlined government services, protested federal overreach and cruelty, fostered collaboration...

Let’s get into some good trouble.  Join me, Do the Most Good, Indivisible MoCo, Moms Rising, Silver Spring Progressive Action, and lots...

I love everything about the “Food Forest” growing at Montgomery College’s Takoma Park campus.  Join me this Saturday, July 12th, from...

This past Saturday began so joyfully.  Seeing so many community members peacefully participating in No Kings events—here and all around...

Governor’s Vetoes I am disappointed that Governor Moore has vetoed several important bills passed by the General Assembly: ✓ The...

“What can I do?” is a question I am often asked these days.   People are, understandably, devastated by the actions of the MAGA regime...

We are living in tumultuous times. Going into this year’s legislative session, we knew we faced a looming budget deficit of more than...

This year’s legislative session ends on Monday. During this last-minute crush and push, my colleagues and I are working overtime to pass...

We started our 90-day legislative session with snow on the ground.  Now, with only nine days left, when I walk into the State House I am...

Today is Crossover Day ! The Maryland General Assembly only meets for 90 days each year.  With just 21 days left in this year’s session,...

As the wreckage from the Trump administration's actions continues to mount, I am heartened that elected officials, judges, and so many...

I am so grateful for all the public servants who have dedicated themselves—day in and day out—to help our communities flourish.  The...

Photo credit: Linda Loranger Our community is full of dedicated and hard-working public servants.  The Trump administration’s reckless...

Last Saturday several dozen people gathered for a “Walk and Talk” I organized in Sligo Creek Park.  People shared their fears, their...

The destructive changes happening at the federal level are—by design—demoralizing and chaotic.  Their aftershocks are already being felt...

Dear Friend, So many of us have been deeply affected by the unimaginably cruel, immoral, and illegal actions of the Trump...

Dear Friend, As the Trump administration issues new edicts creating chaos and fear, be assured your elected officials in Maryland remain...