County Council in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Ruben Amaya — County Council in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

  Ruben Amaya is a Democratic candidate running for Baltimore County Council in District 2. A lifelong resident of Reisterstown, Amaya has a history of public service. He served as President of the Baltimore County Student Councils, representing over 118,000 students, and was a Commissioner for the Maryland Commission on the School-to-Prison Pipeline and Restorative Practices. Appointed by Governor Wes Moore, he serves as the Third Vice-Chair for the Maryland Democratic Party. His campaign for County Council focuses on addressing issues such as housing affordability, economic mobility, and strengthening public schools. He is a graduate of Stevenson University with a degree in legal studies.

• Tammy Soulama — County Council in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

  Tammy Soulama is a Democratic candidate running for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 2.

• Danita Tolson — County Council in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

  Dr. Danita Tolson is a Democratic candidate for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 2. With a 25-year career in healthcare education at Coppin State University, where she serves as the Chair of the Department of Nursing, Dr. Tolson brings extensive experience in healthcare and education to her platform. As the former president of the Baltimore County NAACP, she has been a dedicated advocate for civil rights and community well-being, leading initiatives in public safety and fair representation. Her work includes efforts to lower prescription drug costs, increase hospital staffing, and organizing COVID-19 vaccine outreach that was recognized by President Biden.

• Lawrence Williams — County Council in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

  Lawrence Williams is a lifelong public servant and community leader running for Baltimore County Council, District 2, to deliver real results for the community. For more than 25 years, he has worked to bring people together, solve problems, and strengthen neighborhoods. As founder of the Caring For Young Minds Foundation (CFYM), he has helped more than 2,500 students access college opportunities through HBCU tours and mentorship. Lawrence is running because he has heard directly from residents about the need for better grocery access, safer neighborhoods, and real investment in District 2. He is committed to delivering practical solutions, transparent leadership, and results that improve everyday life.

• James Amos — Republican Central Committee in Councilmanic District 2, Maryland

  James Amos is an active Republican political candidate and community member based in Baltimore County, Maryland. He served his country and state as a Staff Sergeant in the Maryland Army National Guard before retiring from military service. Building on his commitment to public duty, Amos entered local politics and secured the Republican nomination for the Baltimore County Council in Councilmanic District 2 during the 2022 elections, challenging the Democratic incumbent. In the 2026 election cycle, Amos is seeking to represent Councilmanic District 2 on the Baltimore County Republican Central Committee, aiming to guide and strengthen the local party organization.