Dad to Daria, husband to Marisa, former public school teacher and @RepJohnnyO for MD-02. Big fan of the @Orioles and @Ravens.
Baltimore County, MD
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🚨 It’s official — I am seeking re-election to the US Congress to continue the fight to lower costs while promoting decency and democracy.
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Spent time this weekend celebrating and supporting awesome Democrats running for office up and down the ballot in Carroll County. Thank you to the dedicated candidates and Central Committee members who are stepping up and fighting hard for change.
Always great to join Patrice for this segment. Predicting a big week for the AFC North with a win-win on the Steelers-Saints game: I win this week’s picks or the Steelers lose!
My predictions are in. 🏈
One thing’s never up for debate: I’m always riding with the @Ravens! #RavensFlock
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Expanding job pathways is critical for Marylanders.
I was proud to work with @Sen_Alsobrooks and @ChrisVanHollen to secure $850K in federal funding for @CarrollCC’s new Ratcliffe Applied Technology and Trades Center. This investment will train students for in-demand jobs and help local businesses find the skilled workers they need to grow.
Come see me at the polls! Cast your ballot at an early voting center today through October 29, from 7 AM - 8 PM each day. Make your voice heard!
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Congress should do its job. But when gridlock and special interests keep broadly supported ideas from becoming law, the American people deserve another way forward.
My Direct Democracy Amendment would give voters the power to propose new laws or repeal existing ones.
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Democracy only works when people participate! Encouraging all Marylanders to exercise their right to be heard and take advantage of early voting now through October 29. Visit elections.maryland.gov to find polling center locations.
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Democracy works best when people have a meaningful voice in their government.
At a time when partisanship and special-interest influence slow progress, my Direct Democracy Amendment would give American voters the power to pass or repeal federal laws when Congress fails to act on issues with broad public support.
If Congress refuses to meet basic needs of Americans or enact proposals with 70, 80, 90 percent support, we should give voters a chance to force action.
Read above my proposal to do just that via direct democracy:
politico.com/live-updates/20…
This member is so frustrated with Congress he wants to give voters a tool to sidestep it politico.com/live-updates/20… via @politico
Here’s your friendly reminder that I’m leading a constitutional amendment with @RepDonBacon as a co-sponsor that would help end this type of nonsense and corruption.
The House should bring it to the floor for a vote immediately.
BREAKING:
A billionaire wanted a Trump pardon.
His family gave Alina Habba a $50 million deal.
Julio Herrera Velutini's daughter hired Habba -- then a senior adviser to Pam Bondi at the Justice Department -- at $10 million a year for four years plus bonuses.
He got his pardon not long after.
Full Story: nyti.ms/47vemAQ
ALT Alina Habba, a woman with long brown hair wearing a dark pinstriped blazer and a diamond cross necklace, speaks at a microphone. Behind her are a blurred portrait and a red and gold flag.
Rather than lowering costs for you, Trump is busy cozying up on dictators.
But there’s good news: Americans get their say in just a few weeks.
If the president wants to lower costs, he should end the war with Iran.
Instead, he’s making deals with Putin while Russia continues its war against Ukraine.
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Another morning canvass in the books, helping to get out the vote for Kelli McClelland, Shawn McIntosh and the District 11 Team in north Baltimore County! Let’s finish strong and do everything we can to elect thoughtful leaders up and down the ballot.
President Trump is choosing a dictator over democracy.
Question: What would suspending Intel sharing or weapons purchases mean for Ukraine's defense?
@RepJohnnyO: “Those suspensions would cripple the ability for Ukrainians to defend themselves. And I have to say…this is an administration that seems to consistently choose Russia over Ukraine.”
Fantastic morning knocking doors with Baltimore County Council candidate Arkia Wade and other Democrats! We’re connecting with voters and building momentum for candidates who will deliver real results. Election Day is just around the corner — let’s finish strong! 💙🗳️💪
Marylanders: make your voice heard. The deadline to request a mail-in ballot for the upcoming general election is October 27. Visit voterservices.elections.mary… to request yours today!
Last night, we celebrated the @BaltCoDemParty and the incredible candidates running for office at every level. Thanks to the Committee members who put themselves out there, step up to serve, and work every day to get Democrats elected up and down the ballot!
The Trump family corruption knows no bounds. All the while, hardworking Americans suffer.
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President Trump would be wise to remember the golden rule here: treat others as you wish to be treated.
Over the weekend, President Trump gave out GOP Sen. Tom Cotton's cell phone number, blaming him for holding up a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. He urged people to call Cotton, who remains opposed to the bill. Trump is pushing for senators to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which the House passed in July.
"I actually agree with the president on the policy here," Rep. Johnny Olszewski (D-Maryland), who voted for the bill in the House, told me. "But I can't imagine a scenario where the president would be okay with people handing out his own cell phone number for people to have a public pressure campaign."
So a full banning of stock trading by government officials should be an easy first act in the new Congress, right?
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Happy World Teachers' Day! As a former public school teacher, I know firsthand how demanding this profession is. That's why I introduced the REFRESH Act with @RepShontelBrown to address educator burnout, mental health, and retention. True teacher appreciation requires action.
