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County Council Member (At-Large) · Prince George's County · 2026 Primary
At-large county council members represent the entire county rather than a specific geographic district, making decisions that affect all residents. They are responsible for passing local laws, overseeing land use and zoning, and approving the county budget which determines funding for schools, roads, and public safety. This office is vital because these members balance the needs of the whole community to set the county’s long-term priorities and tax rates.
View all candidates in this raceKeith Washington is a Democratic candidate for Prince George's County Council At-Large with a background as a retired United States Army veteran and former Prince George's County Police Officer who served 14 years in prison before being released in 2021 after proving his innocence regarding a manslaughter conviction. He describes himself as a career public servant and social worker whose background includes growing up in rural poverty and working alongside his mother to support their family. His campaign focuses on restoring trust in government, protecting seniors from rising costs, and prioritizing economic equity for Black-owned businesses and working people. External coverage notes he aims to ensure the county's rapid growth doesn't leave lifelong residents behind while drawing a line against 'business as usual'.
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Criminal Justice
Advocating for justice and transparency after being wrongfully convicted of manslaughter due to witness perjury.
“"In 2007, Keith Washington was attacked by two men in the upstairs of his home while his wife and daughter were downstairs. Even though the extensive investigation showed that he acted in self defense, Keith was wrongfully convicted and sentenced to 45 years in prison."”
Education
Prioritizing competitive salaries and better working conditions for educators while ensuring every dollar is managed effectively and transparently.
“"If Prince George's County is serious about improving education, it must prioritize competitive salaries, better working conditions, and real classroom support to recruit and retain strong educators. Fixing education in Prince George's County is not just about spending more money—it's about ensuring that every dollar is managed effectively and transparently."”
Housing
Advocating for rent control laws to make housing affordable and subsidizing housing like corporations are subsidized.
“"We need programs available to those less fortunate than ourselves, like rent control laws that help make housing more affordable. If we can subsidize multi-billion dollar corporations we can subsidize housing"”
Economic Development
Expanding the economic pie through business enterprise zones and tax rebates for citizens to start businesses out of poverty.
“"We want to expand the economic pie in Prince George's County providing business opportunities and entrepreneurship. We will advocate for business enterprise zones, tax rebates, as well tax credits for all citizens to start businesses to lift themselves, their families, and their communities out of poverty."”
Seniors
Protecting seniors and homeowners from rising costs and overdevelopment while putting working people first with union jobs and fair wages.
“"My top three priorities are: Protecting seniors and homeowners from rising costs and overdevelopment Putting working people first—good union jobs, fair wages, and local hiring"”
Local news outlet PG Proud Mag describes Washington as a candidate prioritizing community, small businesses, and resident empowerment to ensure the county's rapid growth doesn't leave lifelong residents behind. The article notes his platform is rooted in protecting seniors, empowering union labor, and committing to Black-owned and small businesses while drawing a line against 'business as usual'. A separate news headline from KATV identifies him as a Maryland congressional candidate aiming to win a clear name election after his conviction history.
“"If Prince George's County is serious about improving education, it must prioritize competitive salaries... Fixing education in Prince George's County is not just about spending more money—it's about ensuring that every dollar is managed effectively and transparently."”
Source“"We need programs available to those less fortunate than ourselves, like rent control laws that help make housing more affordable."”
Source“"In 2007, Keith Washington was attacked by two men... Even though the extensive investigation showed that he acted in self defense, Keith was wrongfully convicted and sentenced to 45 years in prison."”
Source“"We want to expand the economic pie in Prince George's County providing business opportunities and entrepreneurship."”
Source“"My top three priorities are: Protecting seniors and homeowners from rising costs and overdevelopment"”
Source“"Prioritize Black-owned, minority-owned, and small businesses for county contracts"”
Source“"As a veteran and career public servant, I am asking you to come join our team and fight for the issues you care about."”
Source“"Restoring trust in government through transparency and accountability"”
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