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 was a busy week. Gov. Hogan visited Talbot County to meet with local watermen, held a Teletown Hall, hit a major campaign milestone, and so much more. Make sure to read the entire newsletter to find out how Gov. Hogan spent his week!
On Saturday, August 17, Gov. Hogan started his day on the Shore by visiting the Wicomico County Fair in Salisbury with local residents, first responders, and students.
Gov. Hogan: “We enjoyed watching the watermelon eating contest and checking out the livestock competition.”
MEETING LOCAL FARMERS AND AG LEADERS
That afternoon, Gov. Hogan and the team had a great time in Caroline County with local farmers and ag leaders who joined us for a grassroots event at Bartenfelder Farms.
Gov. Hogan: “Far too often, our farmers don’t get the appreciation they deserve—and with Congress struggling to pass a Farm Bill that’s far past due, Maryland farmers need someone who will fight for them in Washington. Making sure the voice of Maryland ag is heard loud and clear will be one of my top priorities in the U.S. Senate.
Thank you to everyone who joined us this afternoon, and to the Bartenfelder family for welcoming us to their beautiful farm in Preston!
SUMMERFEST
Gov. Hogan concluded his weekend on the Shore by stopping by the 35th annual Caroline Summerfest in downtown Denton.
Gov. Hogan: “Thank you Mayor Abby McNinch for showing us around.
There’s no better way to spend a Maryland summer night than with live music, good food, and wonderful company."
THREE POWERFUL NEW ADS
As Democrats around the country headed to Chicago for the start of the Democratic National Convention on Monday, August 19, we released three NEW testimonial ads from Democratic and Independent women showcasing his diverse, bipartisan coalition of support.
Gov. Hogan: “Marylanders on the right and the left are sick and tired of divisiveness and dysfunction, and seeing nothing ever get done in Washington while local communities and families pay the price. That’s why I’m running–to give all Marylanders a voice in Washington, and to get stuff done.”
Please take a few minutes to watch our new ads below to learn more about why Kay, Roxanne, and Pamare supporting my campaign.
On Tuesday, August 20, Gov. Hogan was honored to receive the endorsement of the Anne Arundel professional firefighters and paramedics.
Gov. Hogan: “Maryland’s firefighters and first responders will always know where I stand—and it’s with them. I was proud to fight for them as governor, and that’s exactly what I’ll do in the United States Senate.”
PROTECTING THE CHESAPEAKE BAY
The same day, Gov. Hogan headed over the bridge to Tilghman Island in Talbot County to meet with local watermen and discuss their innovative and ongoing efforts to clean the Chesapeake Bay.
Gov. Hogan: “The Chesapeake Bay is a national treasure, and our administration was proud to invest over $8 billion—record high levels of funding—in restoration efforts. In the Senate, I will continue to be a champion for protecting the Chesapeake Bay.”
Next, Gov. Hogan walked over to the Wittman Wharf Catfish Operation for a tour of their facility and to see the great work they’re doing to restore the Chesapeake and protect local species.
The Wittman Wharf Catfish Operation processes over 20,000 pounds of wild caught catfish a week in order to remove this invasive species from Maryland waters while also enabling watermen to diversify their income streams.
That afternoon, Gov. Hogan stopped by the Tilghman Watermen’s Museum to learn more about the ways different generations of watermen have overcome and adapted to changes in their industry, and the challenges they face ahead.
In 2022, the Hogan administration gave Hall and Mary Kellogg, the founders of the Tilghman Watermen’s Museum, a Governor's Citation Award for Lifetime Achievement for preserving the legacy and history of watermen.
Gov. Hogan: “Tilghman Island has such a unique and vibrant history that dates back over three centuries. Preserving this history is critical to ensuring the future of Tilghman Island is brighter than ever. Thank you to President Chuck Powers and Linda for showing us around!”
Gov. Hogan then concluded his day in Talbot County by grabbing lunch at Headwaters Seafood in Easton with watermen and representatives from the Maryland Charter Boat Association and Charter Captains Course, the oldest school of its kind in the country.
Gov. Hogan: “We had a productive discussion about ways to address the excessive regulations that are hurting the maritime industry.”
TELETOWN HALL
On Tuesday night, Gov. Hogan was joined by thousands of Marylanders from across the state for a Teletown Hall.
Gov. Hogan: “We spoke with residents one on one about a wide range of topics, including border security, crime in cities and suburbs across our state, the increase in carjackings, school safety, getting guns out of the hands of criminals, and keeping violent offenders off the streets—and I shared my comprehensive, common sense 10-point crime plan.”
A MAJOR MILESTONE
On Thursday, August 22, Hogan for Maryland hit a major milestone: We’ve now contacted over 100,000 voters since the start of the general election!That includes voters in every county in Maryland and Baltimore City!
Gov. Hogan: “I’m humbled by the grassroots support our campaign has received, it's truly the secret to our success and what makes our campaign so special–we’d be nowhere without the hardworking volunteers sharing our message in every corner of the state.
My team and I look forward to continuing to meet Maryland voters where they are and fighting for every single vote.”
ANOTHER BIG ENDORSEMENT
On Friday, August 23, Gov. Hogan was honored to receive the endorsement of Annapolis Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1926, local heroes who sacrifice so much to serve and protect their fellow Marylanders.
Gov. Hogan: “Our first responders risk their lives to protect our communities every single day—in Annapolis, we saw this as recently as Saturday, when the Annapolis Professional Firefighters selflessly rushed into danger to extinguish a blaze on the Severn River. They’ll always be able to count on my support.”
Former Prince George's Sheriff: I Trust Governor Hogan To Keep Prince George’s County Safe
→ READ MORE:The Bowie Sun, 8.21.24
“As someone who spent five consecutive terms serving as Prince George’s County Sheriff, it breaks my heart to witness the challenges our community is now enduring. Prince George's was once a place where families thrived, where children played safely in their neighborhoods, and where neighbors looked out for one another.” [READ MORE]
Hogan brings Shore tour to Preston
→ READ MORE: Bay to Bay News, 8.20.24
“Farmers, friends, and former colleagues greeted former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan during a grassroots campaign stop in Preston Aug. 17. Part of a six-stop weekend swing across the Eastern Shore on behalf of his “Strong, Independent Leadership” campaign, Hogan, now running for the seat of retiring Senator Ben Cardin, was warmly welcomed at the farmstead of his former Secretary of Agriculture, Joseph Bartenfelder.”[READ MORE]
Debate set between Larry Hogan, Angela Alsobrooks in heated Maryland Senate race
→ READ MORE: Washington Examiner, 8.20.24
“The campaign of Republican Larry Hogan on Tuesday said the former two-term governor had accepted an invitation to an Oct. 23 debate hosted by Maryland Public Television, WBAL-TV, and WRC-TV/WZDC-TV that will be moderated by NBC News’s Chuck Todd.” [READ MORE]
Friendly competition at the Wicomico County Fair
→ READ MORE: WMDT, 8.17.24
“Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan stopped by to show his support, and even he wanted to get in on the action. Addressing the crowd, he said, “I’m sorry I missed the watermelon contest. I wish I could stay for the wing-eating contest. I’m pretty sure I can win that one. But I just want to say thank you all very much. I hope you have a great fair.” [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!
