BREAKING NEWS: Wes Moore Elected Maryland's First Black Governor

2023-11-10

Political History Made in Maryland

In a historic election, former nonprofit executive and bestselling author WEB Westley Watende Omari Moore has emerged victorious in the Maryland gubernatorial race, making him the first Black governor in the state's history.

Moore, a Democrat, garnered significant national attention for his 2010 memoir, "The Other Wes Moore," which explored the life of a namesake who took a very different path, ultimately landing in prison. This acclaimed book laid the foundation for Moore's subsequent political and social activism.

As the third Black governor elected in the United States, Moore's victory represents a significant milestone in American politics. His election underscores the growing diversity and representation within the nation's highest offices.