Burn the Talking Points

Send us Fan Mail Are young voters politically disengaged, or are they demanding something different from their elected leaders? This week on Burn the Talking Points, Maryland Democratic Party Executive Director Karen Darkes sits down with two young Democratic candidates, Catelyn Middlebrooks, candidate for Anne Arundel County Council District 2, and Ruben Amaya, candidate for Baltimore County Council District 2, for a candid conversation about Gen Z, political trust, and the issues shaping th...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Burn the Talking Points, guest host Joe Francaviglia sits down with State Senator Clarence Lam, AFSCME’s Cindy Smalls, and Wes Moore campaign strategists Lucinda Ware and Sam Friedman. Together, they break down Questions 1 and 3 on the ballot, discuss the statewide political landscape, and share how voters can take action. Get involved below: Virtual Debate Watch Party: www.mddems.org/debate Volunteer: www.mddems.org/woa26 Be sure to hit that subscrib...

Send us Fan Mail Who is Heidi Schmidt? On this episode, meet District 31 House of Delegates candidate, Heidi Schmidt as she discusses how her experience as a local entrepreneur and parent informs her legislative vision. Learn how she plans to address key community issues, from affordability, protecting educational opportunities for all students, and expanding local business growth. Be sure to stay tuned as we introduce more Red to Blue candidates as we approach the November 3rd electi...

Send us Fan Mail Why is the Maryland General Assembly returning to Annapolis for a special session, and what does it mean for Marylanders? On this episode of Burn the Talking Points, MDP Executive Director, Karen Darkes sits down with Senate President Bill Ferguson for a timely conversation about the upcoming special session, why lawmakers are reconvening, and the issues driving the need for immediate action. Senate President Ferguson breaks down what a special session is, what challenges M...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we're kicking off our Road to Blue series! Maryland Democratic Party Chair Steuart Pittman sits down with Democratic congressional candidate Dan Schwartz for a conversation that goes beyond the campaign trail. Dan shares what inspired him to run for Congress, why he's committed to serving Maryland's First District, and what he's hearing from voters across the Eastern Shore. He reflects on the lessons he's learned, the relationships...