Welcome to Hogan’s Highlights! Every week, we’ll give you an exclusive look at Gov. Larry Hogan’s journey on the campaign trail and round up the biggest stories impacting the state of the Senate race.
This week, Gov. Hogan spent quality time with his family over Father’s Day weekend, released a new TV ad, received another big endorsement, and so much more.
Sunday, June 16th, was Father’s Day. Gov. Hogan spent the weekend having quality time with his family. He also remembered his father, Congressman Larry Hogan Sr.
Gov. Hogan: "This Father’s Day, I’m especially grateful to have three incredible daughters—Julie, Jaymi, and Kim—and five amazing grandchildren. I don’t know where I’d be without their constant love and support.
I learned so much about integrity and public service from my dad, Larry Hogan, Sr.. He always stood up for what was right—regardless of political affiliation or his own personal interests. He was my hero.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad. I miss you every day."
NEW TV AD: “INDEPENDENT LEADERSHIP”
On Monday, June 17, Gov. Hogan released a powerful new TV ad, titled “Independent Leadership.”
Gov. Hogan knows that strong, independent leaders CAN make a difference.
That’s what his father did when he became the first Republican congressman to call for the impeachment of President Nixon.
And that’s exactly the type of leadership Washington needs today.
Tuesday, June 18th was an important day for Gov. Hogan.
Gov. Hogan: “On this day in 2015, I heard my doctor say 13 words that changed my life. “Governor, I'm afraid we have some very difficult news to share with you.” And with those 13 words, I was diagnosed with an advanced and aggressive cancer which had already spread rapidly throughout my body.
Nine years later, I am grateful to say that I am still 100% cancer-free.
For the last nine years, Father’s Day has come with a particular reminder that this precious time is a blessing that isn’t promised to anyone."
Read Gov. Hogan’s full op-ed piece on the lessons he learned from his cancer journey in The Washington Times.
STANDING WITH MARYLAND’S JEWISH COMMUNITY
Gov. Hogan is proud to stand in solidarity with Maryland’s Jewish community and our ally Israel in its fight against he antisemitic Hamas terrorists.
He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment in a letter to Maryland rabbis this week.
Gov. Hogan: “While my opponent has called for cutting off aid to Israel, we must reject reckless attempts to undermine our ally.”
Wednesday, June 19th marked Juneteenth–the holiday commemoration of the final end of slavery in the United States.
Gov. Hogan: “On Juneteenth, we as Americans are reminded of the triumph of the human spirit over the cruelty of slavery—achieved through the courage of extraordinary men and women, great Marylanders like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman.
May we continue working to realize the vision that Douglass, Tubman, and so many freedom fighters had for Maryland and for our nation.”
On Thursday, June 20th, Gov. Hogan visited the Calhoon Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA) Engineering School in Easton, a private maritime educational and training facility for MEBA union members and all maritime and related industry professionals.
Gov. Hogan: “Thank you to MEBA Executive Director Bryan Jennings for giving us a tour of your state of the art facilities. We’re honored to have the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association as part of the strong union support for our campaign.
A BIG ENDORSEMENT
The same day, Gov. Hogan was honored to receive the endorsement of the International Longshoremen’s Association, Local 1429.
Gov. Hogan: “Maryland’s longshoremen are an integral part of our state’s workforce, and with the backing of ILA Local 1429 and ILA Local 333, I’m humbled to have the support of the hardworking men and women who keep Maryland and the Port of Baltimore moving. The longshoremen know I will always have their back, and I look forward to working with them to ensure the Port of Baltimore has a bright future ahead.”
Larry Hogan Wants To Do the ‘Impossible’ Three Times in a Row
→ READ MORE:The Dispatch, 6.17.24
“Incumbent Republican congressmen are retiring in droves amid frustration with their dysfunctional House majority. Three of the most prominent bipartisan dealmakers in the Senate—Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona, Joe Manchin of West Virginia, and Mitt Romney of Utah—decided to head for the exits rather than be purged in their respective primary elections or face likely defeat in November.” [READ MORE]
Larry Hogan touts independence in new ad and rebukes Trump endorsement
→ READ MORE: The Washington Examiner, 6.17.24
“Republican Larry Hogan is brandishing his independence from the GOP in what marks the Maryland Senate candidate’s first ad since receiving the unwanted backing of former President Donald Trump. “Strong, independent leaders can make a difference — that’s exactly what Washington needs today,” Hogan says in an ad released Monday. “As President Kennedy said, ‘Sometimes, party loyalty demands too much.” [READ MORE]
Gov. Larry Hogan: Life lessons I learned from my battle with cancer
→ READ MORE: The Washington Times, 6.18.24
“I had the privilege of spending Father’s Day weekend with my children and grandchildren. We played with the dogs, barbecued, caught up and laughed. Times like these are the ones you look forward to your whole life. For the last nine years, Father’s Day has come with a particular reminder that this precious time is a blessing that isn’t promised to anyone.” [READ MORE]
In letter to Maryland rabbis, Hogan vows to stand with Jewish community if elected
→ READ MORE: Jewish Insider, 6.18.24
“Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan vowed to be a champion for the Jewish community if elected to the Senate in a letter this week to the more than 70 Maryland rabbis who wrote to Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) earlier this year to warn that the Democrat’s harsh criticism of Israel was alienating Jewish Marylanders.” [READ MORE]
Former Democratic lawmaker backs Hogan for senate
→ READ MORE: Fox 45
“With election day approaching both Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Former Governor Larry Hogan are gearing up for a tight race for Maryland's open U.S. Senate seat. Despite Maryland's Democratic majority, Former state senator, Bobby Zirkin, is crossing party lines to support Larry Hogan in the upcoming election.” [READ MORE]
Gov. Hogan is in this race to restore normalcy in Washington, DC. It’s time to put country before party once again. With your help, we can!
When I launched my campaign for the U.S. Senate, I did so with a deep resolve to maintain the leadership style and principles that guided me during my eight years as governor.
Fifty years ago, my father, Maryland Congressman Larry Hogan Sr. made a tough decision. He became the first Republican to come out for the impeachment of President Nixon. He put aside party politics and his own personal considerations and stepped up to do the right thing for Maryland and the nation.
Today, Washington is completely broken because that kind of leadership and willingness to put country over party has become far too rare. But it’s not in my nature to sit back and watch the dysfunction continue without doing what I can to roll up my sleeves and get to work.
I’m under no illusion this will be an easy road. But I’m no stranger to uphill battles, and I know I can’t do it without your support.
I don't aspire to be a United States senator. I don’t need a title and I don’t need a job, but I’m more concerned than ever about the direction of the country and I have become more convinced that I can make a difference by taking the approach and style of leadership I had during my eight years as governor to Washington.
It’s no surprise this mindset has made me a target of the Washington partisans. Despite early polls showing a lead, I know I’m the underdog in this race. And that’s why your support TODAY is so crucial.
For eight years, we proved that the toxic politics that divide our nation didn’t need to divide our state, and we got results! Let’s get back to work again and send a message to Washington that will be heard loud and clear across the country!
