RGA Chairman Chris Christie Congratulates Larry Hogan on Maryland Gubernatorial Primary Victory

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican Governors Association issued the following statement on the outcome of the Maryland gubernatorial primary election:

“Larry Hogan’s primary election victory presents a stark choice for voters this November between the status quo and a new path forward for Maryland,” said RGA Chairman Chris Christie. “Hogan’s years of experience as a leader in the private sector will allow him to bring serious, meaningful change and common sense reform to Annapolis.  By reigning in reckless spending and rolling back the O’Malley-Brown Administration’s 40 straight tax hikes, Hogan will foster a climate that encourages entrepreneurs, businesses and families to invest in and commit to Maryland.  The Republican Governors Association is proud to support Larry Hogan for governor.”

“As Lieutenant Governor, Anthony Brown was primarily responsible for Maryland’s ObamaCare state exchange, a public policy and leadership failure of epic proportions,” said RGA Executive Director Phil Cox. “A Brown Administration would merely be an extension of the current one, where Marylanders are taxed beyond reason and government is so expansive it suffocates the people and small businesses it’s intended to serve.  Maryland isn’t working for Marylanders, and it’s time for new leadership.”

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