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Candidates for District 18

Voters are able to select one Senator and up to three Delegates

Senator Jeff Waldstreicher (Democrat) - Incumbent

Has not made any statements regarding funding for the Maryland Israel Development Center.

Wrote letter to CASA threatening to withhold funding because they spoke out against the genocide.

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Delegate Aaron Kaufman (Democrat) - Incumbent

Has sent emails to constituents reaffirming support for continued funding of the Maryland Israel Development Center.

At a hearing about not funding Israeli settlements (Not on our Dime legislation), Kaufman said it is okay to give money if the facility does good work (e.g., is a clinic). This is even though they discriminate.

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Delegate Emily Shetty (Democrat) - Incumbent

Has not made any statements regarding funding for the Maryland Israel Development Center.

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Delegate Jared Solomon (Democrat) - Incumbent

Has not made any statements regarding funding for the Maryland Israel Development Center.