Welcome,

I am pleased to be running for the Chair of the D.C. City Council. As Council Chairman, I will ensure that the D.C. City Council remains a strong, independent voice for District residents through open, transparent, and accountable governance. This means leading a unified Council to promote policies that improve the everyday lives of District residents.

As a native Washingtonian and a graduate of D.C. public schools, I was raised with a strong belief in core Democratic values. I will continue to better the quality of life of our residents by improving our schools, increasing access to job training, and making our neighborhoods safer. I believe every resident deserves the opportunity to participate in and enjoy all that our nation’s capital has to offer.

Each day my wife Marcia and my children, Lauren and Kwame, remind me why I am so committed to improving the lives of all residents. Individuals and families thrive when they have access to high quality education and good paying jobs in safe, healthy communities.

I humbly ask for your vote on Primary Day, September 14, 2010 and look forward to talking with you about how we can continue to make this a great city. Together, we can make a difference.

Kwame R. Brown

As Council Chairman, Kwame will ensure that the D.C. City Council remains a strong, independent voice for District residents through open, transparent, and accountable governance. He will lead a unified Council to promote policies that improve the everyday lives of District residents.

D.C. City Council's Vision:

“To provide leadership that effectively serves community needs and positions the Council of the District of Columbia to be recognized as a strong and innovative legislative body governing a leading city of the world.”  

Councilmember Kwame Brown brings over 15 years of leadership experience to the D.C. City Council, having served the private, public and non-profit sectors. Named one of the top “10 people to watch” by the Washington Business Journal in 2009, At-Large Councilmember Kwame Brown solidified his presence in District government by championing issues that impact the every day lives of D.C. residents. Now in his second term, Councilmember Brown continues to work tirelessly to implement groundbreaking policies that strengthen the District’s educational system and job market, safeguard neighborhoods and the environment, and help local businesses thrive. His common sense approach to government has positioned him on the Council as someone who is in touch with District residents and who has a broad base of support citywide.