Prince George’s County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks was shocked and disturbed to find her campaign sign vandalized with the letters “KKK” and crosshairs drawn on her forehead. Despite this unsettling incident, Alsobrooks remained focused on the issues at hand and the importance of her Senate race as potentially the first Black person to represent Maryland. The defaced sign prompted an investigation by the Prince George’s County Police Department, who are determining whether this act constitutes a hate crime.
The incident has garnered national attention as it could impact the balance of power in the Senate. Despite the vandalism, Alsobrooks remains resolute and committed to her campaign, with her team emphasizing her safety as their top priority. Support for Alsobrooks poured in from various organizations, condemning the racist threat and reaffirming their commitment to combating bigotry and hatred in society.
Alsobrooks briefly addressed the defaced sign during a roundtable discussion with Sen. Ben Cardin, alluding to her own experiences with persecution. The Maryland Democratic Party and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) also spoke out against the vandalism, emphasizing the need to confront and denounce acts of racism and hatred.
Even Alsobrooks’s opponent, Republican nominee Larry Hogan, denounced the markings on her sign, stating that hate, threats of violence, and racism have no place in Maryland. Despite this disturbing incident, Alsobrooks remains focused on her mission and the high stakes of the race, determined to continue her campaign despite the challenges she faces.
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