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My name is Dhaval Shah of Howard County, Maryland which I am running for the Howard County Democrati

11/03/2026

Today is a humbling and bittersweet day for me.

As we mark 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 2026, my elected term as 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 Howard County Democratic 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙚 (𝙃𝘾𝘿𝘾𝘾) officially comes to an end.

It’s hard to believe this journey began 16 years ago, when I first got involved in politics as a volunteer on Sam Arora's campaign for State Delegate. Thank you, Sam, for giving me that first opportunity, for your mentorship, and for helping set me on a path I never could have imagined at the time.

That first experience eventually led to serving as Deputy Campaign Manager for Brian S. Bailey for State Delegate in District 12 in 2014, becoming President of the Young Democrats of Howard County in 2017, and then working as Webmaster for Gregory Jennings for Howard County Council District 3 and Krishanti Vignarajah for Governor of Maryland — all while running my own campaign for HCDCC in 2018.

Howard County voters gave me the opportunity to serve when I was elected in 2018 and again when I ran for re-election in 2022. For the past eight years, it has been an honor to serve our local Democratic Party and our community.

To the voters of Howard County: thank you for your trust and for giving me the opportunity to serve. I am incredibly grateful for the friendships, experiences, challenges, and memories that came with this chapter of my life.

While my time as an elected member of HCDCC ends today, my commitment to our community does not. After some much-needed rest and relaxation 😜😂, I’ll still be around and continuing to serve through my other volunteer and community roles.

But before this chapter officially closes, we still have one very important job to do…

🗳️ 𝗩𝗢𝗧𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬!

Vote in person or make sure your completed mail-in ballot is dropped off at an official ballot drop box before the deadline.

And after the polls close, I hope to see you tonight at the 𝗛𝗖𝗗𝗖𝗖 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆! 🇺🇸

Here’s to closing one chapter — and eventually beginning the next. 💙

10/29/2026

Once the polls have closed, join the Howard County Democratic Party at Busboys and Poets - Columbia for our Election Night Watch Party! Please pre-register for free sonwe can get an estimated head count for the restaurant. See you there Tuesday evening November 3, 2026 8 to 11pm eastern time!

https://hocodems.com/2026-election-night-watch-party/

10/29/2026

Today is the last day to vote in early voting! If you still have your ballot to be mailed out, it's too late for the Board of Elections to receive it by election day. Drop them in one of the drop off boxes scattered throughout the county. And of course, you can always vote ON ELECTION DAY this coming up Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Most companies these days won't give you some time off (usually max 2 hours in the past) to vote as mine took it away this year. Make your plans accordingly!

09/15/2026

Great time hosting the Howard County Democratic Party’s Annual Labor Day Picnic last Monday! 🇺🇸

This year was especially meaningful as it also served as a Unity event heading into the November election. We had nearly 200 people join us for an afternoon of community and fellowship!

I didn’t get a chance to eat, but apparently the food was a hit—especially the veggie burgers! Since when did the non-vegetarians start choosing veggie burgers?! 😜🤷🏾‍♂️😂 They were gone within an hour!

It was great hearing from our outgoing and incoming County Executives Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Former State Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary, respectively, State Senator Clarence, Sarah Elfreth for Congress, and welcoming a special visit from Governor Wes Moore!!

As this was my final Labor Day Picnic as a county party leader and Treasurer, it was a memorable way to close out this chapter. Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make the day so special!

08/31/2026

🇺🇸🧺 It’s that time again! We are officially ONE WEEK AWAY from the Howard County Democratic Party’s Annual Labor Day Picnic!

This year is extra special because it’s also our 2026 UNITY EVENT, bringing together our Democratic nominees as we head toward November! 💙🗳️

And that’s not all…we’ll have a SPECIAL GUEST joining us! 👀🤔

Who could it be?! You’ll have to come to the picnic to find out! 😉

📅 Monday, September 7, 2026
⏰ 2–5 PM
📍 Centennial Park – Pavilion D
10000 Route 108, Ellicott City, MD 21042

🎟️ Purchase your ticket and join us for an afternoon of food, fellowship, Democratic unity, and fun!

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mdhcdcc2026ldp

See you on Labor Day! 💙🇺🇸

08/16/2026

Yesterday marked the final day of the 2026 Howard County Fair, and I had a great time walking in the parade! 🎡

It also hit me that this year marks 10 YEARS of being involved with the Howard County Fair in different roles! Hard to believe how quickly a decade has gone by!

🔹 2016 — Volunteer
🔹 2017 — President, Young Democrats of Howard County
🔹 2018–2026 — Elected Member, Howard County Democratic Central Committee & Treasurer

From volunteering in 2016 to serving our local Democratic Party, it’s been quite a journey. Here’s to 10 years of memories at the Howard County Fair! 🎉

08/11/2026

Great time yesterday talking to the public walking by the Howard County Democratic Party booth as they are having fun at the Howard County Fair! The fair continues until this Saturday! Don't forget to stop by the booth!

06/23/2026

Today is the day! It's the 2026 Primary Election Day! Make your voice heard! You can find your Election Day polling location here: https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov
Afterwards, meet up with your like minded community members for a Community Watch Party at Busboys & Poets in Columbia, MD to watch the election results on the terrace at 8 PM after the polling stations close hosted by the Howard County Democratic Party!

06/18/2026

Once the polls close at 𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲, 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, head over to 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐛𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 and join the Howard County Democratic Party for their 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲!

📍 6251 Mango Tree Road, Columbia, MD 21044

Come connect with fellow community members, engage in conversations about the future of Howard County, and watch the election results come in together.

Whether you're a candidate, volunteer, voter, or simply interested in local politics, all are welcome to be part of the excitement as we await the results of this important primary election.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁. 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲. 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿.

06/18/2026

Today is the final day of Early Voting in the 2026 Primary Election.

As a member of the Democratic Central Committee, I remain neutral during primary elections. However, one thing I can say from experience is this: 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒.

If you haven't already voted by mail or during the Early Voting period, please make time to vote today or make a plan to vote on 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

You can find your Election Day polling location here:
https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov

This is an especially important primary for Howard County. In many races, the primary election will effectively determine who serves as our next elected leaders, as only County Council District 5 and the Board of Education At-Large race will appear on the general election ballot.

I encourage everyone to take the time to learn about the candidates and cast a ballot for those you believe will best represent you, your community, and our county.

And don't forget to vote for the candidates seeking to serve on the 𝐇𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞, who will help lead our local Democratic Party 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎.

Your voice matters. Make sure it's heard.

Address

2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD
21794-9604

Website

http://www.shah4howard.com/

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