Caridad "Cari" Santiago

Caridad "Cari" Santiago is a Democratic candidate for Baltimore County Council in District 7. A resident of Maryland, she was educated in Howard County Public Schools and has a background as a community advocate. Santiago has been an active PTA member and has volunteered to support students and families within the school system. Her campaign platform emphasizes improving schools, strengthening neighborhoods, and ensuring transparency and integrity in local government. She is focused on expanding programs for mentoring and job training to create pathways to stable employment for residents. Santiago is committed to being a full-time advocate for the diverse communities within her district.