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Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports
Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports Democrat Wes Moore has reportedly made history, becoming Maryland's first Black governor after taking down Republican Dan Cox to replace outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan. The Associated Press reportedly shortly after polls closed in Maryland on Tuesday, Nov. 8 that Moore, 44, was on pace to win, despite only 1 percent of municipalities reporting. It is not lost on me that I’ve made some history here tonight, too.But I also know I'm not the first one to try.This is just more proof that progress is possible in Maryland. And I am humbled to be a part of this legacy. — Wes Moore for Maryland Gove…

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Wes Moore Wins Democratic Primary For Governor In Maryland: Projections Wes Moore Wins Democratic Primary For Governor In Maryland: Projections
Wes Moore Wins Democratic Primary For Governor In Maryland: Projections Gubernatorial hopeful Wes Moore is looking to make history after reportedly earning the nod in the Democratic primary for governor in Maryland. Some remaining votes are still being counted, but Moore, an author, and former CEO, is expected to top former Democratic National Committee chairman Tom Perez as the final ballots are counted, according to NBC Washington and CNN projections. If elected at the general election in November, Moore would become Maryland’s first Black governor. “What started as an idea just a year ago is not just an idea anymore,” Moore said on Wednesday, July 20, when…

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