Cathy White
Cathy White, the Working Class Party candidate for Maryland governor, is running on a platform focused on economic inequality, workers' rights and the rising cost of living. White is running alongside Cathy Permut, the party's candidate for lieutenant governor.
According to the party's website, White has worked as a factory production worker for 40 years and has not previously held elected office.
White has also discussed her experience caring for family members while working full time, citing the financial and personal challenges faced by working caregivers. Her campaign focuses on increasing wages, improving access to affordable housing and health care, and addressing financial pressures facing working families.
She advocates for greater political participation by workers and increased economic opportunities for people struggling with low wages and rising expenses. Her campaign priorities also include creating jobs that pay a living wage and investing in infrastructure improvements, including repairs to roads and bridges.
White has emphasized expanding workers' political representation, addressing economic inequality and protecting the rights of immigrant workers.
Races
| Race | Election Year | Election Level | Election Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Governor | 2026 | State | General |
| Candidates | Pct. | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|
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62.7% |
|
1,159,039 |
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33.3% |
|
615,459 |
|
|
2.1% |
|
38,149 |
|
|
2.0% |
|
36,418 |
| * = incumbent | (98%) precincts reporting Updated |
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