It was a great day for food, music...and politicians! The 2017 Unity Day Picnic held on Saturday, August 26, at Harbour House/Eastport Terrace was a resounding success, judging from the approximately 150 attendees who feasted on hot dogs, fried chicken, baked macaroni, baked beans and salads. Political candidates joined in the festivities including: Gavin Buckley (D-Mayoral candidate), Rhonda P. Charles (D-Ward 3), Marc Rodriguez (D-Ward 5), DaJuan Gay (D-Ward 6), Shaneka

Guess how many registered voters actually voted in the 2013 primary election for mayor and aldermen? You probably guessed too high. According to the city’s website, out of approximately 38,546 Annapolis residents, only 19,095 were registered voters and just 22.6% voted. In the general election more Annapolitans turned out to vote---33.5%. Annapolis deserves better. The September 19 primaries will decide many of the outcomes for the November 7 general election, so we urge you