State Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz Announces Run For Maryland Governor

ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) — Just hours after Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford said he will not run for Governor of Maryland in 2022, Maryland Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz is throwing her hat into the ring.

She announced her candidacy Wednesday afternoon, saying, "The past year has been incredibly tough for us all, but the perseverance and fortitude I've seen from Marylanders across our great state has been awe-inspiring. Their strength has inspired me to run for governor and, if given the opportunity, I will serve the people of Maryland with tireless dedication."

I'm In | Kelly Schulz for Governor
Today, I'm proud to announce my candidacy to be the next Governor of Maryland. This past year has been incredibly tough for all of us. But the perseverance I have seen from Marylanders has been nothing less than awe-inspiring. It's the resilience, the strength, and the will to overcome that inspired me to run for governor. We've come a long way over the past few years, but there is still so much work we have left to do. I'm running for governor so we can continue to fulfill the great promise and potential of our state. Together, we can get Marylanders working, help our struggling families and small businesses, and restore and strengthen our economy. Marylanders have always been incredibly resilient and pragmatic. From the mountains of Western Maryland to Baltimore City, the Eastern Shore, Southern Maryland, and my hometown of Frederick, we will chart a better and brighter future for all of our children. I hope I can earn your trust and support so we can continue to make Maryland the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
Posted by Kelly Schulz on Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Schulz is running to be the Republican Party nominee.

She has also previously served as Maryland's Secretary of Labor, Licensing and Regulation and in the Maryland House of Delegates.

"We've come a long way over the past few years, but there is still work to be done. I want us - together - to build on our past successes and fulfill the great promise and potential for the next generation.

The primary is scheduled for June 28, 2022.

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