FlowersForMaryland

Dear friends, this is Episode #54. One of the good things about having my own podcast is that, every so often, I get to say what’s on my mind for all to hear. Episode #54 will be such an episode. Here is a tally of the high points of our campaign since our last “State of the Campaign” in February

“Jason Herrick, along with his wife, Caitlin, is a Co-Founder of Apogee HoCo, a character focused, project-based, Socratic school launching this September of 2024. He has developed his expertise as a coach in guiding children to grow and develop themselves both on and off the soccer field. Jason breaks down his philosophy of leadership into Encourage, Educate & Empower. He recognizes impacting others first begins with connection in trusted relationships, so the children can feel comfortable growing and developing their skills to which they can then be empowered to take on more and more autonomy for them selves and to lead others.” In summary, Apogee HoCo will utilize Project-based learning. There will absolutely will be NO CRT, DEI, nor sexuality in the curriculum. Our motto is “Excellence For Life”.

Mr. Steve Brown is a 2022 elected member of the Republican Central Committee of Howard County, Maryland, with focus on the accuracy of the election process. He is a degreed engineer having worked in the government contracting arena for 40+ years with extensive experience in engineering, business development and program management. His experience encompasses the areas of weaponry, sensors, field support equipment and rail braking equipment. Before his current employment as a program management consultant, he managed a national support staff contract for the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. In the late 1990s, he served as Field Director for both the Maryland and Pennsylvania Christian Coalitions. He also served as the Southeastern Regional Field Director covering 11 states for the National Christian Coalition.

Michelle Talkington is the Republican Candidate for the House of Representatives, Maryland’s District-5. She is an 18-year resident of Charles County Maryland, where she currently resides with her husband and six children. A proud graduate of UMD College Park, Michelle and her husband own M.A.K Remodeling Services which operates in Maryland and Virginia. As a mother of six and woman in construction, Michelle sees the importance of introducing opportunities in STEM and Trade fields as vital career paths. Michelle has served as Vice Chair of multiple non-profits, Artistic Director for Educational Programs, Chairwomen of her Republican Central Committee, and more. Mrs. Talkington is a fierce defender of the constitution, the second amendment, parental rights, and limits in government overreach.

Our guest for Episode #50 is Colonel Vincent D. Crabb, US Army. He is a returning champion. Who Was The "Original Sheriff Of Baghdad”? What Is Happening On The Texas Border? Vincent D. Crabb, Colonel, United States Army (R) is a rare breed of soldier. In 1979, he started out as an enlisted man. In 2010, he retired from the Army as a highly decorated Full Colonel, after over 40 years of service to his country. Known among the ranks as the Original “ Sheriff of Baghdad”, Colonel Crabb is a professional leader with progressive hands-on experience in Field Artillery, Infantry, Psychological Operations, Military Deception, Operations Security, Civil Affairs (SOCOM) and many other disciplines. Vince Crabb is a “Soldier’s Soldier”. Colonel Crabb is also, my Battle Buddy. He has been so for the past 20 years. Vince ran for Congress in the 25th District of Texas. He was unsuccessful in his first bid for Congress, but he made waves in Texas. I think he might just try again. Also, Vince had some ties to Texas Border. I want to know what is happening down there and what the mood is like among the citizens.

Our guest For Episode #48 Is Delegate Trent Kittleman. During the time she was An Entrepreneur & Partner In Genderstrategy, Llc, she wrote the book, “Why Must There Be Dragons? Empowering Women To Master Their Careers Without Changing Men”. In 2008, She Served As A Consultant for the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission. In 2004-2007 She Was President & CEO, of the Maryland Transportation Authority And -served as Deputy Secretary, Maryland Department Of Transportation. She is a lawyer by trade, and practiced law in a large DC law firm for 5 years. She lives in West Friendship and has five grandchildren attending Howard County schools.

Our guest for Episode #47 is Coast Guard Chief, Mallory Bramlett. Chief Bramlett is a 15 year Coast Guard vet, a conservative business owner, a wife and mom of 4 girls. Chief and I worked together at DHS on Secretary Myorkas’ staff two years ago. It was during the time of COVID… during the time of the Afghan Retrograde…during the time of the gathering of 18K Haitian at the Border station in El Paso Texas. I consider Chief Bramlett to be among the bravest people that I have ever met. While she was pregnant, she and her husband chose to protect their unborn child by refusing to take the government’s vaccine. As a result of that choice, she walked away from her career of 15 years. She was only 5 years away from a military retirement, and she walked away. For that, I consider her to be among the bravest warriors that I have ever met.

The “Flowers For Maryland" Campaign Team is working hard for you, trying to build the sustainable grassroots momentum that we will need to WIN in November. The time has come to tally up our Flowers For Maryland Campaign team’s activities to give you a “State Of The Campaign” update. Enjoy. R/Berney

Mr. Chris Anderson is a Baltimore native, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, and lifelong community advocate who seeks to become the next city council member from Baltimore’s District 7. Chris is a natural leader who regularly attends New Shiloh Baptist Church in West Baltimore.

Our guest for Episode #44 is Ms. Rachael Siani. Rachael is a resilient single mother, who was born and raised in the serene landscapes of Howard County, Maryland. Growing up, she learned the values of perseverance, hard work, and community that would shape her life's journey. Despite facing various challenges along the way, Rachael remained determined to carve out a bright future for herself and her son by raising him in the same environment that has fostered her own growth.

Our guest for Episode #44 is Ms. Rachael Siani. Rachael is a resilient single mother, who was born and raised in the serene landscapes of Howard County, Maryland. Growing up, she learned the values of perseverance, hard work, and community that would shape her life's journey. Despite facing various challenges along the way, Rachael remained determined to carve out a bright future for herself and her son by raising him in the same environment that has fostered her own growth.

Our guest for Episode #43 is Mr. Anthony Rader. He is the host of the “Politically Unhinged” podcast and is a young conservative fighting for the constitutional rights for the American people. He helped run the most successful grassroots campaign in the history of Maryland back in 2022. After the election Anthony started his own podcast, Politically Unhinged, covering stories that the national media refuses to acknowledge. From there he would become a voice in the conservative movement by speaking out on unconstitutional bills and telling people to speak out against the ideas they don't support, and being vocal on how the people should be governed. His belief system has propelled his channels to go viral multiple times. Since taking his first few steps in politics, Anthony has become Howard County’s 2023 Young Republican of the Year and plans on running for office in the near future.

Our guest for Episode #42 is Mr. Roddy Looney. Roderick "Roddy" Looney is an entrepreneurand founder of RCL Integrated, a business development and media production firm based in Maryland. He's worked acrossmany industries over the past decade and is a personal friend of mine.

Our guest for Episode #41, is Mr. Thilo Gluck. He was born and raised in Germany. He and his wife Mal got married in 1997. They have a daughter and Thilo has since become a naturalized American citizen He works in commercial real estate in Baltimore County. He ran for County executive in Baltimore County in 2020. He was unsuccessfully in that run, but he is underterrerd, as he remains active in local politics. His and his will Mal, are advocates for the the American way and I am am proud to to call them Friends.

Our guest for #Ep 40 is my friend, Mercedes Moebuis. Mrs. Moebuis is a founder and first president of the Republican Club of Carroll County Maryland. She originally got in to politics as a founder of two parent groups in Carroll County. She is also the past president of the Carroll County Women’s Club. She worked on multiple political campaigns on both the local and state level, including being the county captain for the 2022 Republican nominee for Governor. Mercedes is a proud wife and Mom of two daughters.

Our guest for Episode #39 is Commander Patrick Grady. While a student at the University of Texas, Commander Patrick Grady enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, Infantry, in 1984. Graduating from UT in 1985, he "jumped ship" to the U.S. Navy Aviation Officer Candidate School, earning his commission as an Ensign in August 1986 and his wings, as an unrestricted Naval Aviator, in January 1988. Commander Grady, "Patio", flew the SH-60B Seahawk from cruisers, destroyers, and frigates deploying to myriad locations in the Pacific Rim and Middle East. Commander Grady attended the Naval War College and Joint Forces Staff College in the run-up to becoming expert in the field of Information Operations, specifically Operations Security. Post retirement, Commander Patrick Grady worked as a Defense Contractor in Information Operations. A few years later, Patio left defense contracting, returned to college to earn a Bachelor of Science in Construction Science Management and is currently a Construction Quality Control Project Engineer operating from San Antonio Texas.

April Babcock is the Founder of Lost Voices of Fentanyl. After losing her son Austen to a fentanyl poisoning, April turned her pain into community service and founded "Lost Voices of Fentanyl", a non-profit organization devoted to illicit fentanyl education, prevention and awareness. Lost Voices of Fentanyl Facebook Discussion group has become a haven, providing bereavement support and encouragement for more than 31,000 bereaved families nationwide, suffering through the enormous tragedy of illicit fentanyl poisonings. April has held 3 National rallies, and has become a beacon of hope and a leading advocate in the nation for bereaved families in the fight against illicit fentanyl.

We must jealously guard our freedoms if we expect to keep them, after all, Freedom is not Free!. We must address the path we are currently on and re-emphasize our focus on Unity, Transparency and Civility. We must emphasize that good civilizations require maintenance, and that citizens need to participate in that maintenance!

Ms. Faith Loudin is well known in Maryland as the Grand Dame of the Republican Party. If you don’t know her, I think that you are in for a treat.. She is a Mom, a Grandma and an absolute bundle of positive energy, dedicated to the preservation and advancement of traditional America. And, she is also a friend of mine who I admire greatly.

Moira Hamilton is a PhD Candidate, studying Organizational Leadership in Education. She earned a Masters Degree in Art and Art Education from Columbia University. She double majored at the University of Arizona Honors College with a Bachelors of Fine Arts and a Bachelors of Arts in Latin American Studies. Moira is a two-time recipient of the“Leader of the Year” award with the Golden Key International Honor Society. She earned these titles due to her community service and her work promoting continuing education for the pursuit of a college bound experience.

Mrs. Delores Reyes is an entrepreneur, a landlord, an international host, a real estate investor and a Donald Trump supporter. She has been an elected official in the Montgomery County Republican Party Central Committee for over 10 years. Delores was a candidate on the Republican ticket in 2016, running for the office of “Register of Wills”. She is planning to run for County Council in Montgomery County soon.

Moira Hamilton is a PhD Candidate, studying Organizational Leadership in Education. She earned a Masters Degree in Art and Art Education from Columbia University. She double majored at the University of Arizona Honors College with a Bachelors of Fine Arts and a Bachelors of Arts in Latin American Studies. Moira is a two-time recipient of the“Leader of the Year” award with the Golden Key International Honor Society. She earned these titles due to her community service and her work promoting continuing education for the pursuit of a college bound experience.

Thanks for coming on Kate. Give my regards to your family. Our guest for #Ep 24 is my dear friend, Kate Sullivan. Kate has over 26 years of experience in volunteer management & community fundraising, including serving as President of the Junior League of Baltimore from 2011-2012 during their Centennial celebration year. Currently, Kate serves as the Community and Media Liason for the Patriot Club of America, She is an elected member of the Baltiomore county County Central Commitee, where she serves as the Precinct and Elections Chair. She is a member of the MDGOP Election Integrity Grassroots Committee, Co-Founder of the Children First PAC and Founder of Operation Lion-heart. Kate was also honored in 2022 as a recipient of the Baltimore County GOP Chairman's Award. And, she is a recognized expert on election integrity.

Mr. Leo Salazar is the owner of a business in the metro area. He served as a procurement advisor for the governor of Maryland. He is a member of the US Commission on minority business. He was appointed to the President’s commission on White House Presidential personnel. He served as the US Department of Education’s Special Assistant for Public Affairs. He also served as a special assistant for public affairs, for the committee on Hate and Violence in Montgomery County Md. Mr. Salazar has been a consultant for several political campaigns nationwide.

Lt Col Khrisna Greene was borne in Macon Georgia and he graduated from Jacksonville University in 1981 with Bachelor’s Degree in Human Factors Engineering. Colonel Green’s military career began when he joined the Florida National Guard in 1984 where he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. He started as a transportation officer with the 202nd Civil Engineering Group at Camp Blanding Florida. He also worked as a Thermal Protection Systems Engineer on Nasa’s Space Shuttle from 1987-1989 for Lockheed Space Operations Company in Titusville Florida. In 1989, he was selected for Undergraduate Pilot Training and went to William’s AFB Arizona in Mesa AZ., Graduating in April of 1990, Afterward, he transitioned to the 161st Air Refueling Wing in Phoenix AZ where see served as a Co-Pilot, AirCraft Commander, and Instructor Pilot where he amassed over 4000 ours in The T-37, T-38, F-16, and KC-135 Aircrafts. He eventually achieved the rank of Lt Col, serving in various leadership positions until he retied in March of 2010, as Chief of Wing Safety. He is a a decorated Airman with 2 Air Medals, 2 Air Achievement Medals, a Southwest Asia Service Medal for missions flown during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Khris is Married with 7 children. He is employed by a major flight training company and resides in Orlando Florida