Moving
Baltimore
forward.
The Baltimore Sun and The AFRO Endorse
Brandon Scott for Mayor in the General!
Policies: A New Way Forward
ADDRESSING VIOLENCE AND CRIME
Building Public Safety:
Holistic, Proven Strategy to Fight Violence
The violence our city continues to experience is what motivated me to become a public servant as a young man from Park Heights.
We cannot arrest or prosecute our way out of this problem. We must stay grounded in the immediate steps we can take today — getting repeat violent offenders off the streets, implementing a group violence reduction strategy, and stopping the flow of illegal guns — while also addressing the root causes of crime.
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BUILDING PUBLIC SAFETY IN BALTIMORE: AN ALL-HANDS-ON-DECK APPROACH TO FIGHTING CRIME IN OUR CITY
BUILDING A 21st CENTURY GOVERNMENT
Transparency and Accountability: Restoring Trust in City Government
In recent years, two Mayors have resigned following revelations of criminal conduct while in office. Public officials should meet the highest ethical standards and set an example for honesty and integrity.
Part of our city’s comeback story must be rebuilding the public trust. As Mayor, I will introduce concrete and measurable initiatives aimed at restoring faith between the city and its leaders. This is the most effective way to run a city.
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RESTORING TRUST IN CITY GOVERNMENT: A NEW WAY FORWARD FOR TRANSPARENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY
ENSURING AN EQUITABLE RECOVERY
Supporting Baltimore During and After
COVID-19
As Council President, I have led the way on communicating critical public health information about the coronavirus and introducing legislation related to the state of emergency.
I created a Baltimore COVID-19 Asset Map so residents can locate food sites, grocery store hours, and health care clinics near them. It was recognized by the Harvard Kennedy School as a best practice in local government response to the global public health pandemic.
SUPPORTING BALTIMORE DURING & AFTER COVID-19: LEGISLATIVE PROPOSALS OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIP
INCREASING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Cultivating an
Inclusive, Equitable Economy
I am committed to equitable economic and community development. For too long, leadership has allowed the few to prosper while the many see none of the gains. Changing this status quo will take someone who knows how to wield the reins of city government.
My primary guiding principle for economic and community development is equity. It is why I passed the Equity Assessment Ordinance, and intend to fully fund the Equity Assistance Program.
Brandon Scott is the Democratic nominee for Baltimore Mayor and serves as Baltimore City Council President. Growing up in Park Heights, Brandon watched as gun violence and drugs tore his city and friendships apart. His mother told him that if he wanted change, he had to do it himself, so Scott took on the job of City Council President. Now, Scott is running for mayor because the status quo just won’t work. He is fighting to end gun violence, restore the public’s trust in government, and change Baltimore for the better.
Sen. Cory McCray
“I know that Brandon will be innovative, creative, and able to put the talent around him to ensure our city is successful.”
—Senator Cory McCray,
45th District
UFCW
Local 27
“Brandon has shown up for our members who work in essential jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We are excited for what Brandon will be able to do as Mayor for working families in Baltimore.”
—Jessica Hack,
UFCW Local 27
1199 SEIU & 32BJ SEIU
“Brandon Scott will work to ensure that businesses do more to create the good, family-sustaining jobs that Baltimore needs.”
—Jaime Contreras, 32BJ SEIU
Sierra Club MD Chapter
“We believe, now more than ever, Baltimore needs a forward-thinking mayor who understands the severity and urgency of building healthy environments and just communities.”
—Rich Norling, Sierra Club Maryland Chapter
Councilman Ed Reisinger
“Brandon’s energy and talent for building coalitions that cross over lines of race, class, and generations is exactly what is needed to transform Baltimore.
I know that he will work tirelessly to move our city forward.”
— Councilman Edward Reisinger,
10th District
Endorsements
Press
Brandon Scott Announces He’s Running For Baltimore Mayor
Brandon Scott’s plan for Baltimore: This is what voters expected from the new City Council
Brandon Scott announces run for Baltimore mayor in 2020
