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Wes’ Leave No One Behind Slate

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Sep 07, 2026
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Unpacking the $1.2M Machine: Where Governor Moore’s Campaign Cash is Really Flowing

Byline: J. Barry O'Connell | The Maryland Wire

Hey everyone,

I’ve been diving through the mid-year campaign finance reports, and while the mainstream press is focused on Governor Wes Moore’s top-line $6.5 million cash-on-hand, there’s a much more fascinating story playing out underneath.

The real power play isn't Moore’s bank account—it’s the $1.2 million in transfers flowing out of the Moore, Wes For Maryland committee and the Leave No One Behind Slate directly into down-ballot races across the state.

If you work in or around Annapolis, this isn't just campaign gossip; it’s a blueprint of who will hold influence in the House and Senate come January. Let’s break down where this money is landing, who it’s targeting, and what it means for advocacy strategy.

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