MD-02 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age43 years old (Sep 10, 1982)
GenderMale
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LocationMaryland
BackgroundU.S. Representative
EducationGoucher College — B.A. (political science and American studies)
Notable personal detailsJohn Anthony Olszewski Jr. ("Johnny O") is a Democratic politician representing Maryland’s 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives (in office since 2025). He previously served as Baltimore County Executive (2018–2025) and as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates (2006–2015). He has worked as a public school teacher and later in the private sector, and he holds degrees from Goucher College and George Washington University as well as a doctorate from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports using tax revenue and targeted tax increases to fund public services and investments (education, public safety, social programs) rather than broad tax cuts for wealthy interests. Has proposed local income-tax increases and other targeted fees at the county level and voted for measures expanding tax credits and funding for social programs at the federal level.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to health care through pragmatic, incremental measures such as protecting/enhancing ACA-era subsidies and advancing prescription drug affordability; has backed state and local efforts to lower drug costs and expand the health workforce. Expressed support for health-care expansions that are “passable and workable” in Congress and signed a pledge to extend Inflation Reduction Act health subsidies beyond 2025.
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Immigration & Border
Supports local policies that welcome and integrate immigrants, established a New Americans task force and a county-level welcoming plan, and has opposed expanded ICE funding and restrictive federal immigration measures. Emphasizes inclusion and protections for immigrant residents while cooperating with public safety responsibilities.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports protecting reproductive rights and preserving access to abortion care. Has campaigned and issued statements pledging to defend abortion access and oppose efforts to restrict reproductive freedom. Seeks to remove barriers to abortion care and to protect providers' ability to deliver reproductive health services.
Climate & Energy
Supports transitioning government operations to clean energy and reducing fossil fuel use through policies like adopting countywide renewable energy goals and electrifying the county vehicle fleet. Has ordered hybrid/electric replacements for new county passenger vehicles and set a goal to source 100% of county electric demand from renewables for operations by 2026. Continues to include sustainability and climate mitigation in county strategic planning.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded gun-safety measures including universal/background checks, red-flag laws, closing transfer loopholes, security requirements for gun retailers, and a federal ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Has advanced local policy (SAFE Act security requirements) and backed federal legislation to ban assault-weapon sales and strengthen dealer security.
Fundraising
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