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Anne Arundel County Voters Hear from Executive Candidates at Debate Hosted by African American Leaders
Five candidates for Anne Arundel County Executive faced voters at the Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center in a debate focused on affordability, education, and diversity.
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Anne Arundel County Executive Debate: How Democrats Would Handle Federal Funding Threats
Baltimore Sun covers the Democratic primary debate between James Kitchin, Kyle Nembhard, Allison Pickard, and Pete Smith on federal funding threats and county budget priorities.
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Anne Arundel County 23-26: Fighting the Influence of Money on Development
James Kitchin explains how Council Bill 23-26 aims to stop the flow of special interest money affecting development decisions in Anne Arundel County.
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County Executive Steuart Pittman Set to Endorse James Kitchin at Feb. Rally
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announces he will endorse James Kitchin's campaign for County Executive.
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John Dedie Podcast: James Kitchin on Development, Housing, and Mobility
James Kitchin joins John Dedie's Maryland State Politics & Government podcast for an in-depth interview on real estate development, housing affordability, regional mobility, and the closing weeks of the Democratic primary.
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Anne Arundel County Executive Democratic Candidates Make Their Case Ahead of Maryland Primary
WMAR-2 News profiles the five candidates running to replace Steuart Pittman, with James Kitchin underscoring his readiness for a smooth day-one transition and his decision to run on public financing.
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Personal Tales Take Center Stage at Anne Arundel County Executive Housing Forum
Maryland Matters covers the Anne Arundel Affordable Housing Coalition forum, where James Kitchin discussed affordable housing and his commitment to carrying Pittman administration housing work forward.
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A Second-Home Tax in Annapolis? Anne Arundel Executive Candidates Say Maybe.
The Baltimore Banner reports on Democratic candidates' openness to a luxury secondary-home tax. James Kitchin says he would ask the General Assembly for authority to enact a progressive property tax.
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Poll Hints at Tight 3-Way Democratic Race for Anne Arundel County Executive
An AACC poll shows James Kitchin leading with 38% among engaged voters in a competitive three-way Democratic primary.
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The citizens lost. The developers won. Again. | COMMENTARY
Matt Minahan, chair of the Growth Action Network, writes about the County Council's 5-2 vote against Bill 23-26 and why James Kitchin is the only candidate using public financing.
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Preserving Historic Landmarks
James Kitchin discusses the importance of preserving Anne Arundel County's historic landmarks and cultural heritage.
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Nancy Robinson for James Kitchin
Community leader Nancy Robinson shares why she supports James Kitchin for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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Where Should Young People Look for Political Inspiration?
Q&A with James Kitchin on where young people should look for political inspiration and how to get involved in local government.
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Democrat County Executive Candidates Make Their Case
The Capital Gazette profiles the Democratic candidates running for Anne Arundel County Executive in the June 2026 primary.
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There Are 5 Candidates Running to Lead Anne Arundel County
The Baltimore Banner profiles all five candidates in the Anne Arundel County Executive race, including James Kitchin's platform and public financing commitment.
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Anne Arundel Educators Endorse James Kitchin for County Executive
The Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC) endorses James Kitchin in the race for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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Anne Arundel County Executive Candidates Begin 2026 Campaign
The Business Monthly covers the beginning of the 2026 county executive campaign, featuring James Kitchin among the Democratic field.
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Endorsement: Councilwoman Lisa Rodvien
Councilmember Lisa Rodvien shares why she endorses James Kitchin for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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What Happens When Developers Change the Rules
James Kitchin visits Two Rivers Elementary to show what happens when developers change the rules and communities bear the consequences.
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Endorsement: School Board Member Dana Schallheim
School Board Member Dana Schallheim explains why she endorses James Kitchin for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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James Kitchin for County Executive: Education
James Kitchin outlines his vision for public education in Anne Arundel County and why investing in schools is a top priority.
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Endorsement Video: Marcus Jones
Marcus Jones shares why he endorses James Kitchin for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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Ending the Cooperative Agreement with ICE
James Kitchin discusses his role in ending Anne Arundel's 287(g) program and building communities through trust, not fear.
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John Dedie Podcast: Johntel Greene and James Kitchin on the Kitchin Campaign
An early-campaign conversation on the John Dedie Maryland State Politics & Government podcast featuring James Kitchin and Good Governance Consulting's Johntel Greene.
Read More →James Kitchin Qualifies for Public Campaign Financing
James Kitchin meets the requirements for Anne Arundel County's public campaign financing system, becoming the first candidate verified for the program.
Read More →Kitchin Verified for Anne Arundel Public Campaign Financing
The Baltimore Sun reports that James Kitchin has been verified to receive public campaign financing in the Anne Arundel County Executive race.
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Certified: Update from Anne Arundel's First Publicly Financed Candidate
James Kitchin announces his campaign is officially certified for public campaign financing after raising the required threshold from small donors.
Read More →Leadership, Legacy, and the Future of Anne Arundel
County Executive Steuart Pittman and James Kitchin discuss their shared journey in government, their proudest accomplishments, and their hopes for the future.
Read More →How Public Campaign Finance Works in Anne Arundel County
Watch our explainer video on the new public campaign financing system that reduces the influence of big money in local elections.
Read More →Your Voice, Our Future: James Kitchin's Launch Event Speech
Watch James Kitchin's speech at his campaign launch event, laying out his vision for the future of Anne Arundel County.
Read More →Why James Kitchin? Community Leaders Speak Out
Hear from community leaders across Anne Arundel County about why they support James Kitchin for County Executive.
Read More →Trusted Leaders Endorse James Kitchin
Trusted leaders from across Anne Arundel County share why they endorse James Kitchin for County Executive.
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Listen to James Make a Big Campaign Announcement
James Kitchin announces his campaign has met both requirements to qualify for Anne Arundel County's public campaign finance system.
Read More →Recipients Question Anne Arundel Council's Cuts to Public Campaign Financing
Candidates using the public campaign finance system push back against Anne Arundel County Council's funding cuts.
Read More →Anne Arundel Council to Redirect $1.25 Million from Public Campaign Fund
Anne Arundel County Council moves to redirect $1.25 million from the public campaign finance fund.
Read More →County Council Vote Reduces Funding for Public Campaign Financing in Anne Arundel
The Anne Arundel County Council votes to reduce funding for the public campaign financing program.
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Leadership, Legacy, and the Future of Anne Arundel
County Executive Steuart Pittman sits down with James Kitchin for a conversation on leadership, legacy, and the future of Anne Arundel County.
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Putting People Over Corporate Money
James Kitchin explains why he's running for County Executive and his commitment to putting community voices over corporate money.
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Democrat James Kitchin Running For Anne Arundel County Executive
Patch covers James Kitchin's candidacy for Anne Arundel County Executive, his background in county government, and his campaign platform.
Read More →County Executive Candidate Is 1st to Run on Public Campaign Dollars
James Kitchin makes history as the first County Executive candidate in Anne Arundel County to run using the public campaign finance system.
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James Kitchin Enters County Executive Race with Focus on 'Kitchen Table Issues'
Coverage of James Kitchin's entry into the Anne Arundel County Executive race, highlighting his focus on traffic, schools, public safety, the environment, and affordability.
Read More →Hill Newbies Get Committee Posts, Kitchin Cooks Up Candidacy
Political notes coverage including James Kitchin's announcement of his candidacy for Anne Arundel County Executive.
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Kitchin Announces Candidacy for Anne Arundel County Executive
James Kitchin officially announces his candidacy for Anne Arundel County Executive, becoming the first candidate to run using the county's public campaign finance system.
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