Erin Patterson

County Council in Councilmanic District 4, Maryland

Erin Patterson is a candidate for County Council in Councilmanic District 4, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic.

Also running: Aaron Guy, Bobby Lee Leath, Jr..

Erin Patterson, a Democratic candidate for County Council in District 4, is an experienced education policy strategist. A former teacher, she has dedicated her career to advocating for underserved students, with a focus on those experiencing homelessness or in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. Her work includes roles in federal policymaking at the U.S. Department of Education, philanthropy, and national advocacy. She currently serves as a senior director at a national non-profit, leading initiatives to support vulnerable youth. Erin Patterson lives in Maryland with her wife.