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Former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley Pledges Inclusive Leadership If He’s Elected DNC Chair

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Partnering with unions, the DNC will prioritize diversity in staffing across race, background, and region, ensuring that leadership structures reflect the party’s broad coalition.

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December 13, 2024

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By Stacy M. Brown
NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent
@StacyBrownMedia

Democratic National Committee Chair candidate and former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has unveiled a comprehensive inclusion platform, that he says demonstrates his commitment to ensuring that the party reflects the diversity of the nation. Central to his vision is an actionable plan to elevate minority business enterprises and foster diverse leadership within the Democratic Party’s infrastructure. O’Malley, who served as Maryland’s governor from 2007 to 2015, has promised that within his first 100 days as chair, he will “assess and set minority business enterprise inclusion standards to ensure representation among diverse-owned firms.” His staff said O’Malley’s proposed initiatives address long-standing concerns among Democratic members, staff, and vendors who feel sidelined or overlooked by the party’s decision-making processes.

In a memo outlining his vision, O’Malley highlighted the Democratic Party’s diversity is its greatest strength. “Democrats believe in the dignity of every human being. That’s why we’re the party of the working class and lead the fight for the freedom and opportunity of every American,” he stated. “A politics of fear is the other guy’s twisted talent. We ought to focus on reconnecting with the kitchen table of every American — it will take all of us.”

O’Malley’s plan includes several key initiatives aimed at increasing inclusivity:

O’Malley Inclusion Standard: Within his first 100 days, he intends to set benchmarks for minority business participation by inviting new vendors into a transparent request-for-proposal (RFP) process and providing resources to support successful bids.
Diverse Staffing: Partnering with unions, the DNC will prioritize diversity in staffing across race, background, and region, ensuring that leadership structures reflect the party’s broad coalition.
Representation Across All States and Territories: The DNC will establish a database of vendors from all 50 states and territories who will participate in local and national projects.
Accountability and Metrics: Clear metrics will be set to evaluate the contributions and impact of vendors and consultants, ensuring alignment with party values and goals.
Training Programs: Initiatives will provide underrepresented consultants with hands-on experience in local campaigns to build a stronger, diverse talent pipeline.
Taskforce for Guidance: A coalition of veteran and emerging diverse-owned firms will advise the DNC on fostering an inclusive vendor ecosystem.

O’Malley’s spokesperson said his approach is rooted in his long history of public service and commitment to progressive principles. His career began with grassroots organizing for Senator Barbara Mikulski’s campaign, and he later served on the Baltimore City Council before being elected mayor in 1999. As mayor, he worked to revitalize Baltimore’s neighborhoods and attract investment. During his tenure as governor, O’Malley prioritized education, public safety, and job creation, reducing violent crime to a 35-year low.

O’Malley’s platform for the DNC Chair implores the party to embrace its diverse base and succeed fully. “As the party of working-class people from the Virgin Islands to Wyoming — and every state and territory in between — Democrats stand a better chance of winning when we lean into one of our competitive advantages: our diversity,” O’Malley affirmed. “Ensuring we have a team that fully represents our party will be a core priority.”

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NFL: Week Two Recap | Jalen Hurts did not fold; Caleb Williams exits game with injury

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts found Darius Cooper with nine seconds left for the game winning touchdown as his team beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20 in Nashville. Hurts finished the day 26/37 for 264 yards. He threw for two touchdowns and two interceptions. Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 […]
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Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 yards. During the final drive Hurts went 6-8 with 61 passing yards and the touchdown. Titans defensive tackle — and team captain — Jeffery Simmons said this week that the way to defend Jalen Hurts is to make him “play quarterback.”

Hurts said to Simmons after today’s game: “You started that sh**. I had to finish it.”

Running back Saquon Barkley suffered a stinger in the first half but he ultimately finished the game. He had four carries and nine yards and one catch for eleven yards. He will get an MRI for his injury, but admitted to Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network he was fine.

Caleb Williams leaves game against Vikings with apparent lower-body injury

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was helped off the field with a right leg injury with 7:42 remaining in the fourth quarter. Williams was down, writhing in pain after scrambling to his left. After departing the injury tent, Williams raised his right fist, acknowledging the crowd while expressing his frustration. Testing will commence on Monday to find out more details about his injury.

“We’ll know tomorrow,” Johnson admitted regarding Williams’ injury. “He’s in good spirits. He’s a team player.”

Williams finished the day with 138 passing yards and one interception.

“I’m actually happy it’s nothing with the knee — that was my first inclination,” Johnson said. “But, a hamstring could be pretty damaging as well. So, we’ll see. We’ll see how bad it is tomorrow and we’ll go from there.”

Bryce Young once again dominated the Falcons

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is 5-1 against the Atlanta Falcons and is undefeated at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Today, Young threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns as he led the Panthers to a 34-3 dismembering of the Atlanta Falcons. Georgia Tech alumnus Darren Waller caught two touchdowns and linebacker Devin Lloyd returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown.

Cooper Rush started his second straight game for the Falcons and it did not go well. The partisan crowd voiced their displeasure after Rush completed 10/17 passes for 86 yards and two interceptions. Jack Strand entered the game for Rush prompting cheers from the Falcons fans. The rookie threw a pick-six on his first career pass attempt. Strand was the first QB to accomplish that feat since Sam Darnold in 2018 and is the first Falcons player to do that since Brett Favre in 1991. Strand finished the day with 59 passing yards and 16 rushing yards.

According to reports, quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. is expected to make his season debut this Thursday at the Green Bay Packers. His return should help the Falcons. They are the first team since the 2008 Rams to not run any plays in the red zone after the first two games to open a season.

The bright spots for the Falcons today were the Spelman College Jaguarettes performing with the Falcons cheerleaders and Florida A&M’s marching band, The Marching 100, also performed during halftime!

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He was later ruled out.

Daniels suffered a dislocated elbow to the same arm during week nine of last season against the Washington Commanders, which led to him being shut down for the remainder of the season.

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