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"Baltimore Poll: Brandon Scott Leads Mayoral Race and Cash on Hand"
politics1 year ago

"Baltimore Poll: Brandon Scott Leads Mayoral Race and Cash on Hand"

Mayor Brandon Scott has seen a surge in support among Baltimore voters, with his favorability rating increasing by 18 percentage points and his job approval rating rising from 37% to 46%. A recent Goucher College Poll and The Baltimore Banner survey found Scott leading the Democratic mayoral primary race, with 40% of likely Democratic voters supporting him compared to 32% for former Mayor Sheila Dixon. The poll also showed that 70% of likely Democratic voters approved of Scott's response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The primary race, which will likely determine the outcome of November's general election in deep-blue Baltimore, features a total of 9 Democratic candidates and 3 Republican contenders.

Sheila Dixon Declares Candidacy for Baltimore Mayor in 2024 Rematch
politics2 years ago

Sheila Dixon Declares Candidacy for Baltimore Mayor in 2024 Rematch

Sheila Dixon, the former mayor of Baltimore who resigned in 2010 following a conviction of embezzlement, has announced her candidacy for mayor, setting up a rematch with incumbent Mayor Brandon Scott. Dixon, who held office for over 20 years before her resignation, will aim to reintroduce herself to voters and overcome the negative perception of her criminal record. The race is expected to be determined by whether it becomes a head-to-head contest between Dixon and Scott or if another candidate can chip away at their vote share. Dixon is likely to benefit from financial support from a super PAC, while Scott currently has a significant campaign fund.