"I’m supporting Rashida Brown for Ward 1 Councilmember because she understands that small businesses and cultural diversity make our community special. Ward 1 deserves a leader who will protect the legacy businesses that built our neighborhood while helping new ones thrive so that there are real opportunities for everyone for generations to come."

"I've worked with Rashida for over a decade and have been constantly impressed by her dedication, commitment, and community leadership. As a social worker, she knows how to listen and advocate for community members and their most pressing needs. She understands local government and how to effectuate meaningful change. She's collaborative and strategic- exactly what you want in an elected official. "

"Endorsement for Ward 1 Councilmember Rashida Brown

As a small business owner in Ward 1 and founder of Aurora Market, I am proud to endorse Rashida Brown for election as our Ward 1 Councilmember.

Ms. Brown’s leadership and unwavering advocacy were instrumental in helping us navigate the complex landscape of zoning, licensing, and public safety during some of our most challenging times as a small business. Without her consistent support, Aurora Market could have easily become another statistic in a rapidly changing city.

Instead, through her guidance and collaboration, we have become a community hub and cornerstone in the fight against food insecurity—a living example of what’s possible when government and entrepreneurs work together. Today, Aurora Market is recognized as “The Modern Mom & Pop Shop”—a new model for neighborhood-based commerce that reflects the best of Washington, DC: innovation, inclusion, and community.

Ms. Brown’s leadership represents the kind of partnership our city needs—one rooted in action, accountability, and advocacy for the people she serves. For these reasons and many more, I proudly support Rashida Brown for Ward 1 Councilmember.

Respectfully,

Mr. Pablo Ortiz Jr., MBA, DML, SGM (S), 1SG (R)
United States Army – Retired
Entrepreneur | Co-Founder, Aurora Market "

"I highly recommend Ms. Rashida Brown for her character, deligence, professional competance and business focus in leadership and managing challenging task. She is a natural leader with dignity and can be counted on the achieve the best results. Ms. Brown is a winner in all respects."

"Rashida is a committed leader who advocates for her Ward 1 community and leads with compassion. She’s saavy and thoughtful with strong a drive to make a positive impact for all the citizens District of Columbia."

"Ms.Brown is well informed about the issues the District of Columbia now face. She is a strategic thinker and understands the workings of government, and knows how to effectively respond to community challenges as she has demonstrated as a Commissioner bringing resolve to the diverse issues affecting the welfare of her community over the years. I wholeheartedly support Ms. Brown's candidacy. Jocelyn Whitfield"

"Ms. Brown will be a great representative of Ward 1 because she has lived among us for a while and understands the needs and desires of our Community and our City. I Believe...."