The final results are in and I did not come out on top. I want to thank my fellow candidates in Ward 1 for putting yourselves out there on the campaign trail. Ranked Choice Voting was a great opportunity to identify our shared values even while in competition with one another.

Thank you to everyone who voted for me, volunteered with me, stood with me. Last night was a wonderful celebration of a year of working hard and sharing our message about the Ward 1 we love and aspire to be.

Let's gooooooo!!!!!! Have so loved speaking with voters all over the ward today. Be sure to say hello to my mom, with the "Rashida's Mom" t-shirt. 😀 Rank me #1 and Miguel #2. See you shortly for the evening rush. And come by Ben's Next Door after 8 pm for the Election Night watch party/celebration!

"Rashida’s my candidate, and I can’t wait for her to be my Councilmember." —Jennifer Kuiper, Ward 1 resident

Thank you to everyone coming out to the polls today - and all who have voted by mail-in, Dropbox, and early voting. Love seeing people exercise their power!

Lots of great early morning energy at the polls so far! If you haven’t voted yet, today’s the day! Rank me, Rashida Brown, #1 on your ballot!

I’ve been proud to serve Ward 1 since I arrived here more than 20 years ago to attend @Howard.edu. I’m running to keep fighting for housing, affordability, and to keep standing up for our neighbors and against ICE and Trump. I’d be honored if you’d rank me #1 on your ballot and rank Miguel #2.

Early voting centers are closed today but you can still drop your ballot in a dropbox. And you can vote in person tomorrow, 7am-8pm at 5 locations in Ward 1. Reminder to rank me #1 and Miguel #2. You might have heard: we're cross-endorsing each other!

Rashida’s gotten so much done for the neighborhood in the seven years we've lived here, whether spurring city agencies into action on rat abatement, trash issues, snow plowing alleys, public waste bins, or solving specific problems, like getting DDOT to stipe Columbia Rd...

Rashida's a natural leader who brings incredible knowledge and experience to the table. She not only talks about doing the hard work for Ward 1, she has done the work, side by side with the community. —Audra Grant, Community Leader More endorsements: rashidaforward1.com/endorsements

"I admire Rashida for her commitment to the Ward 1 community & her longstanding record of public service....She has demonstrated leadership, community connection, and a proven ability to turn ideas into action." —Kelsye Adams, community organizer, DC culture and statehood champion, Ward 1 resident

As we celebrate "250 years of freedom," the residents of the nation’s Capital will freely elect our next Mayor, who will brilliantly exercise her duty to protect the District from any threats to it.

Rashida Brown has been a Ward 1 resident for over 20 years and is not afraid to stand up for what’s right. She's expanded access to affordable childcare, secured funding and approval for more than 400 units of affordable housing & boosted public safety. Rank Rashida #1 on your ballot!

“My vision for the ward is to ensure a diverse, inclusive ward where everyone can belong no matter their income or their walk of life. We cannot balance the budget on the back of low-income and working-class families." Read WaPo story on the Ward 1 race: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...

"We have worked in D.C. government to get things done, both in the Wilson Building and in the community and we know what it means and feels like to answer constituent calls." Read the full story in the Informer: www.washingtoninformer.com/ward-1-democ...

It was so great seeing voters and candidates out at the polls for the first day of early in-person voting. You can vote early in Ward 1 at Columbia Heights Community Center, 1480 Girard St, and Prince Hall, 1001 U St, 8:30 am to 7 pm daily through Sun, June 14. More info: earlyvoting.dcboe.org

Looking for how I stand up against the other candidates in the race? Check out the League of Women Voters DC voter guide and you can read our positions. www.vote411.org/lwvdc

A little rain didn’t stop us! Spent time with families at Acorn Park in Mt. Pleasant listening to what’s weighing on them—and what they’re fighting for: childcare waitlists, Pay Equity Fund, paid family leave, ICE raids & affordable housing. I’m listening—and I’m ready to fight alongside you.

miguelward1.bsky.social and I were the first candidates to cross-endorse ever in DC. We spoke w/NBC4's Ted Oberg about ranked choice voting and why we chose to do it. It's inclusive, and gives voters voice! www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/l...

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It was a pleasure to visit the Paul Laurence Dunbar Senior Building for a wonderful meet-and-greet with residents, many of whom were members of Ward 1’s vibrant Ethiopian community.

I’m committed to prioritizing investments that lead to stability, opportunity, and healing. I’ve done the work already, pushing property owners to revitalize spaces, establishing Georgia Thrive, which replaced graffiti with murals and vacant properties with new businesses.

Honored to join neighbors, organizers, and changemakers at the @WorkingFamilies.org and DC Wolf Pack Launch Party—people committed to building a city where working people can thrive—not just survive—and where community, dignity, and opportunity are at the center of our politics.

I am endorsing Rashida Brown to serve as the Ward 1 council member because she is the only candidate that brings a unique perspective and a special skillset as a dedicated social worker. –Monica Arrington, Marie Reed Elementary School parent

Honored to stand with members of International Union of Painters and Allied Trades as they rallied for stronger worker protections, fair wages, and equal opportunity and access to federal contracts. The fight is about dignity and safety on the job & a fair shot at opportunity.

Thank you to Housing Action Coalition for creating space for conversation on one of the most urgent issues facing our city. I was glad to join Sam Collins of @WashingtonInformer.com and community members Read about my housing platform at rashidaforward1.com/issues

I envision streets, public transit, and transportation policy that improve positive health and economic outcomes, wellness and well-being for everyone. Transportation policy should do more than make people safe - it should create streets that are true public spaces, that bring dignity and joy.

It was such a joy to spend Saturday morning at Kilbourne Place Children’s Hour with neighbors, families, and so many amazing little ones. Thank you to Frank Agbro for hosting such a beautiful gathering that brought our community together in celebration, connection, and play.

Happy Pride Month DC! 🌈 DC is strongest when everyone is seen-valued-protected. I stand in solidarity with our LGBTQIA+ neighbors. I'm committed to building a city where every person can thrive, love openly & be who they are. This month and every month, we choose community over division. 🌈❤️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

So great joining fellow Ward 1 candidate @miguelward1.bsky.social at Malcolm X Park for a conversation with @nbcwashington.com's Ted Oberg about ranked choice voting, our cross-endorsement, and what it means to build a different kind of politics in Ward 1. Story this week.

Rashida turns 48 today! With just 15 days til Election Day, her birthday ask of you is to sign up today for a phone shift, door-knocking shift or a poll working shift. But we need to make sure we Get Out the Vote by calling and canvassing all of Rashida’s supporters. rashidaforward1.com/canvass