Voter Education and Issues Forum 12pm Noon, Saturday, February 27, 2016

The Prince George's County Drug Policy Coalition Inc., along with the Southern Prince George's Business and Professional Women's (SPG-BPW) organization, and the Tantallon Square Area Civic Association are collaborating to emphasize the importance of voting in the upcoming 2016 primary and general elections. On Saturday February 27, 2016 from 12oon to 2:00pm candidates seeking the 4th Congressional seat will be in attendance to share their views on important community issues. Additionally, information about voter registration and election materials will be available to residents. This event will take place at Harmony Hall Regional Center (Concert Hall) located at 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744 from 12noon until 2:00pm. 

Linda Fihelly, President of the SPG-BPW said, “Our members and supporters are especially interested in the election of candidates who demonstrate concern for more protections against domestic abuse and violence, equal pay for women, and paid leave for those who need it”. Dr. Valencia Campbell, President of the Prince George’s County Drug Policy Coalition, Inc. pointed out that, “Members want to hear more about resident and candidate views on treatment options for those suffering from substance abuse”.

Candidates who have been confirmed to be in attendance include: The Honorable Delegate Joseline Pena Melnyk (democrat), The Honorable Glenn Ivey (democrat), Rob Buck (republican),  Warren Christopher (democrat), The Honorable Anthony Brown (democrat), Robert Broadus (republican), and Terence Strait (democrat), Matthew Fogg (democrat), and Kamesha Clark (green).

For more information about the sponsoring organizations visit their websites http://www.bpwmaryland.org/, or http://www.pgcdpc.com/, or call (240) 416-0435 regarding the upcoming forum.