This episode of All Politics Is Local MD Edition provides tenants in Maryland with resources they may need if their living conditions are not ideal. We interview Ms. Charlene Hall, Founder and President of the Heather Hills Tenants' Association in Temple Hill, MD, and Mr. Martin Mitchell, Housing Justice Advocate in Maryland.

Resources:

1. Charlene Hall, hallchar6@gmail.com, 301-437-3027 or 240-722-5319

2. Martin Mitchel, mitchellmartin1549@gmail.com, Martin for Laurel

3. Community Legal Services of Prince George's County, www.clspgc.org, 240-391-6370

4. Maryland Legal Aid 888-465-2468

5. CASA de Maryland - Housing Justice Coalition , wearecasa.org/prince-georges-for-housing-justice, 240-491-5763

6. NAACP Prince George's Branch, Carletta Lundy, Housing Chair, www.princegeorgesnaacp.org.

7. Housing Options & Planning Enterprises, Inc. (H.O.P.E.), www.hopefinancial.org, 301-567-3330.

Upcoming Events:

Rent Stabilization Documentary screening produced by Councilmember, Krystal Oriadha, Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., Busboys & Poets, 5331 Baltimore Ave., Hyattsville, MD.

Expungement Clinic/Mobile Job Fair/Medical Assistance/Immigration Assistance sponsored by Martin Mitchell, Saturday, October 26, 2024, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Laurel Branch Library, 507 Seventh Street, Laurel MD

Gabriel Njinimbot, was a candidate for the Prince George's County Council, discusses his background and motivations for running for office. He highlights the need for change in the county and the disconnect between the establishment and ordinary citizens.

The conversation with host Tamara Davis Brown addresses the challenges of running for office, such as the high cost of campaigns and the complexity of land use and zoning issues. It also explores why good people often don't run for office, citing barriers like time, money, and politics. The influence of political machines and the perception of rigged elections further deter potential candidates. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency, accountability, and public financing in elections to encourage more qualified individuals to run for public offices.

In this episode, Tamara Davis Brown and guest host Jessica Brown discuss the impact of the 2024 Presidential race on Maryland’s local elections. They express enthusiasm about Vice President Kamala Harris Presidential race. Additionally, they explore the implications of Angela Alsobrooks potentially winning the US Senate race, which could create vacancies in the county executive and at-large council seats in Prince George’s County, Maryland. The conversation also touches on potential candidates for these positions. Overall, they highlight the cost and complexity of special elections and emphasize the importance of trust in the political process.