Why AFGE Backed Boafo
AFGE’s endorsement highlights several pillars of Boafo’s public service:
- Experience in local and state government — including service as a Bowie councilmember, mayor pro tem, and state delegate.
- Direct engagement with federal worker issues, especially during shutdowns and periods of political uncertainty.
- Commitment to pro‑worker legislation, including his pledge to cosponsor:
- the Protect America’s Workforce Act, aimed at reversing Trump‑era executive orders that weakened federal unions
- the Shutdown Fairness Act, guaranteeing pay for federal employees during government shutdowns
AFGE’s statement emphasized that Boafo’s understanding of federal workers is not theoretical — it is rooted in the lived reality of representing a district where federal employment is a defining part of community life.
Boafo’s Response
Boafo welcomed the endorsement, calling AFGE’s support “deeply meaningful” and pointing to his own upbringing in Bowie, where federal workers shaped the neighborhoods, schools, and civic culture around him.
“Federal workers are the backbone of our community,” Boafo said. “They deserve a representative who understands their work and will fight for their dignity, their rights, and their families.”
A Coalition That Continues to Grow
AFGE joins a growing list of supporters backing Boafo’s congressional bid, including:
- Governor Wes Moore
- Senator Angela Alsobrooks
- More than 30 elected officials across Prince George’s County and Maryland
The union’s endorsement reinforces Boafo’s positioning as a candidate who can speak fluently to both local concerns and federal realities — a critical combination in a district defined by its proximity to Washington.
The Bottom Line
AFGE’s endorsement of Adrian Boafo is a significant development in the MD‑05 race. It signals confidence from the nation’s largest federal employee union and underscores Boafo’s alignment with the needs and priorities of the workers who keep the federal government functioning every day.