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June 16, 2026 District of Columbia Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for Ward 8 Committeeman of the Democratic State Committee, District of Columbia

Salim Adofo - D

►Websitewww.salimforward8.com/

Alejaibra Sloan - D

Joseph Johnson

Travon Hawkins

Kelly "Mikel" Williams - D

►Websitekellymikelfordc.com/

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Salim Adofo

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Affordable Housing / Rentals & Supports

Commanders Football Stadium

Clean and Livable Environment

Health & Medical

Mental Health

Universal Free Schools Meals

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Jobs

Small Businesses

Infrastructure

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Crime & Prevention

Community-Oriented Policing

Youth and Gang Crime

Domestic Violence

Secure D.C. Crime Bill

Mayoral Control of D.C. Public Schools

Parents Prosecution Truant Children

Mayor Muriel E. Bowser’s Job Performance

Modernize Capital One Arena

Public Transportation Fare Evasion

Initiative 83

Education & Schools

Education

School Safety

Parental Involvement in Education

Universal Free Schools Meals

Mental Health in Public Schools

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

LGBTQ+

Women's Issues

Values, Religion, Family, Patriotism & Public Service

Youth

Infrastructure & Transportation

Infrastructure

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+

Consumers & Food

Food