Rushern Baker
Rushern L. Baker III (born October 24, 1958) is an American lawyer and politician. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected county executive of Prince George's County, Maryland in 2010 and won re-election in 2014, leaving office in 2018.
Rushern Baker | |
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| 7th Executive of Prince George's County | |
| In office December 6, 2010 – December 3, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Jack B. Johnson |
| Succeeded by | Angela Alsobrooks |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Rushern L. Baker III October 24, 1958 Valdosta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Christa Beverly |
| Education | Howard University (BA, JD) |
| Website | Official website |
In 2017 and 2018, he ran an unsuccessful primary campaign to become Governor of Maryland.[1] In April 2021, he announced his candidacy for governor in the 2022 election.[2] In June 2022, he ended his campaign.[3]
References
- "Maryland Primary Election Results". The New York Times. Retrieved June 26, 2018.
- DePuyt, Bruce (April 8, 2021). "Rushern Baker to Enter 2022 Race for Governor". Maryland Matters. Retrieved April 8, 2021.
- DePuyt, Bruce (June 10, 2022). "Rushern Baker Suspends Gubernatorial Campaign, Will Likely Endorse a Democratic Rival Soon". Maryland Matters. Retrieved June 10, 2022.
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