WES Moore Elected as Maryland's First Black Governor
Moore's Background and Goals
Wesley Watende Omari Moore (born October 15, 1978), known as Wes Moore, has been elected as Maryland's 63rd governor. Moore, a Democrat, is the first Black governor in Maryland's history. He is also the third Black governor to be elected in the United States, after David Paterson of New York and Deval Patrick of Massachusetts.
Moore is a combat veteran, bestselling author, small business owner, Rhodes Scholar, and former CEO of one of the nation's largest anti-poverty organizations. He ran for governor on a platform of equity and opportunity, promising to work towards a Maryland where everyone has a fair shot at success.
Moore's Election
Moore was elected in the 2022 gubernatorial election, defeating Republican opponent Dan Cox by a wide margin. Moore received 60.8% of the vote, while Cox received 34.7%. Moore's victory represents a significant shift in Maryland's political landscape, as the state has not elected a Republican governor since 2002.
Moore's election is being hailed as a historic moment for Maryland and for the country as a whole. It is a testament to the progress that has been made in the fight for racial equality and to the growing power of the Black vote.
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