Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Jason E. Lewis — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Jason E. Lewis is a candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Maryland's Legislative District 26 and serves as the 1st Vice-Chair for the committee. For over 14 years, he has dedicated his career to supporting United States military personnel and veterans. In this capacity, he has assisted them in finding employment, accessing disability compensation benefits, and acquiring skills for civilian life. His work has taken him to military installations across the United States and overseas, including locations in Germany and South Korea. Originally from Brunswick, Georgia, Lewis is running on a platform of creating opportunities for all residents of Prince George's County to succeed.

• Steven Askew — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Steven Askew is a dedicated public servant with a background in Maryland's legislative landscape. He has served as a Legislative Director in the Maryland General Assembly and as an Office Manager for State Delegate Nick Charles. Currently, he is an Operations Specialist for Progressive Maryland, bringing five years of state and local legislative experience to the role. His work has included supporting the Maryland House of Delegates and the Maryland Senate, as well as the Prince George's County Council. Rooted in Prince George's County, Askew is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26.

• Alfred Barnes, Jr. — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Alfred Barnes, Jr. is a Democratic candidate seeking a position on the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee for Legislative District 26 in Maryland. As a member of the Democratic Party, he is running for a role that is integral to the local party structure. The Central Committee is responsible for a variety of grassroots activities, including voter registration and outreach, organizing community events, and supporting Democratic candidates in various elections. Committee members serve as a direct link between the Democratic Party and the community, working to advance the party's platform and principles at the local level in Prince George's County.

• Antwan C. Brown — Register of Wills in Prince George's, Maryland

  Dr. Antwan C. Brown is a Democratic candidate running for Register of Wills in Prince George's County, Maryland. With a background in public service, Dr. Brown brings significant administrative experience to his candidacy. He serves as the Chair of the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee and works as an Administrative Director for the Maryland Governor's Office of Community Initiatives, supporting the Commissions on African and Middle-Eastern American Affairs. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors for Housing Options & Planning Enterprises. Brown holds a Doctorate in Social Work and ran for the Maryland House of Delegates to represent District 26 in 2022.

• Nora E. Carmichael — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Nora E. Carmichael is a member of the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee, representing Legislative District 26 in Maryland. An active member of the Democratic Party, she was elected to serve on the committee for terms ending in both 2022 and 2026. The committee's responsibilities include managing local party affairs, supporting Democratic candidates, and assisting voters.

• Lisa Dickerson — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Lisa Dickerson is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26. With a background in public service, she was appointed as the Administrator of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) in 2005, where she focused on improving customer service. Prior to leading the MTA, she served as an Assistant Secretary at the Maryland Department of Transportation, where she worked to implement MBE reform and increase the hiring of women and minorities. Her experience also includes 13 years as president and CEO of a private airport ground transportation company and work with the NAACP as the manager of national field operations.

• Dani E. Moore-King — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Dani E. Moore-King is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 26 and serves as a representative for the same district on the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee. The daughter of a pastor and Army veteran, she is also a military veteran herself. A real estate agent by profession, Moore-King is a resident of National Harbor. Her community involvement includes serving as a board member of the E.V.O.L.V.E Foundation, which empowers underserved youth, and advising on the Local Development Council of Prince George's County. Her platform focuses on affordable housing, youth engagement, and community-centered policymaking.

• Alonzo E. Turner-Bey — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Alonzo E. Turner-Bey is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26. A passionate advocate and public servant, he brings his lived experience to the forefront of his campaign. Born in Southeast Washington, D.C., he attended schools in Prince George's County. After being incarcerated for over 31 years, a period he used for personal transformation, he has become a leading voice for reentry reform. Since his release in 2020, he was appointed Director of the Returning Citizens Affairs Division for Prince George's County, where he connects formerly incarcerated individuals with essential resources. His platform focuses on housing, criminal justice reform, education, and supporting veterans and seniors.

• Taylor N. Ware — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 26, Maryland

  Taylor N. Ware is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Maryland's Legislative District 26. A resident of Upper Marlboro, she is the Chief of Staff for Prince George's County Council, District 5. Her previous experience includes serving as the former President of the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and the former Professional Development Chair of the Congressional Black Associates. Ware earned her Master of Legal Studies from Washington University in St. Louis and a bachelor's degree from Pennsylvania State University.