January 3, 2019 Open Letter to Cong. Steny Hoyer (new majority leader, US congress) Dear Cong. Hoyer, Everyone wants to see an end to the government shutdown. And let me say that we voters know that the reason for the shutdown is the unwillingness of Democrats in Congress to provide some 5 billion dollars toRead more about Sticking it to Steny[…]

In my campaign for Maryland State Senate, I emphasized that improving public education required more choice and competition, free market solutions, rather than government control through censorship and monopoly to a dysfunctional and obsolete system more about expanding a bloated government employment than the education of students. On November 29, 2018, the Kirwan Commission toRead more about Kirwan Commission – Education Reform[…]

Summary Introduction RESULTS: for Havis – 22.4% – 9,311 votes.  For opponent – 77.5% – 32,262 votes.  Money raised: $26,000  Mobilized 500 Volunteers, donors and supporters. – From this year-long campaign experience, I learned how hard it is to overcome a well-funded, tightly organized and entrenched “machine” style opposition.  The strength of this machine cameRead more about Election Results – what happened?[…]

My campaign for Maryland state senate in LD21 includes visits to churches in the district. On Sunday, October 21, 2018, I enjoyed the service and meeting members of the “Touch of Love” church in Laurel. In the picture, I’m with pastor Wale Maye, a native of Nigeria. Thanks to all the good people I haveRead more about “Touch of Love” in Laurel[…]

Last week, on Thursday, October 18, 2018, I conducted a telephone townhall to discuss my campaign with LD21 voters and answer their questions and concerns about the direction of government in Maryland. I pointed out the change of direction that I would take from the current incumbent’s approach of higher taxes and special interest politicsRead more about Townhall meeting – in review[…]

The Havis campaign conducted its “Final Push” fundraiser with State Senate “Big Ed” Reilly from Anne Arundel County in Beltsville on Saturday October 13. Lee and Senator Reilly both spoke about the challenge and opportunity of this important midterm election to the future government of Maryland.  (see images below) Thanks to main sponsors: Camillo DiRead more about Final Push Fundraser – October 13, 2018[…]

On the past two Saturdays, the Havis campaign was sign-waving before the University of Maryland home football games. Thanks to Emily Wendt, Frank and Barbara Welsh, Glenn Davis, and Linda Ferrete, Havis campaign volunteers who were active in these events.

On Sunday, September 9, I attended services at the Laurel Presbyterian Church. After the service, I had a chance to meet a member, George Jing and his son, Jayden. (see picture here) George is a naturalized US citizen originally from the African country of Camaroons. I agreed with his analysis of the problem of “publicRead more about Visit to Laurel Presbyterian Church[…]

On September 6, 2018, I spoke to members of the Riderwood Republican Club, located at the Riderwood Retirement Village in Silver Spring, MD. In the photo, I’m shown with Michael and Carol Mullins and another Riderwood club member seated. Carol and Michael are main leaders of the Club. In my presentation, I focused on the need to bringRead more about At Riderwood Retirement Village[…]

On August 23, 2018 I met with Tom Stokes of “Precision small engines” in College Park to discuss issues of government regulations related to the operation of his business in the area. In the State Senate, I would work to support this type of small business enterprise, which we most need to revitalize a vibrantRead more about Installing “Havis” signs[…]