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Government ethics, accountability, and elections
Candidate positionSonya is not a career politician—she is a servant-leader who has spent her life solving problems, strengthening communities, and helping organizations operate more effectively. From local communities to national and international service, she has built a reputation for finding ways to do more with less. As Comptroller, she will bring transparency, accountability, and common-sense financial leadership to protect taxpayer dollars and restore public trust.
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Sonya is not a career politician—she is a servant-leader who has spent her life solving problems, strengthening communities, and helping organizations operate more effectively. From local communities to national and international service, she has built a reputation for finding ways to do more with less. As Comptroller, she will bring transparency, accountability, and common-sense financial leadership to protect taxpayer dollars and restore public trust.
Economy, jobs, taxes, and affordability
Candidate positionAs Comptroller, I will work every day to ensure Maryland's finances are managed responsibly and that taxpayers always come first.
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As Comptroller, I will work every day to ensure Maryland's finances are managed responsibly and that taxpayers always come first.
Government ethics, accountability, and elections
Candidate positionSonya Dunn believes managing public resources is a profound responsibility - a public trust. I am committed to thoughtful, ethical decision-making that protects resources and strengthens our communities for generations to come.
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Sonya Dunn believes managing public resources is a profound responsibility - a public trust. I am committed to thoughtful, ethical decision-making that protects resources and strengthens our communities for generations to come.
Government ethics, accountability, and elections
Candidate positionThe Comptroller of Maryland should be an independent voice for taxpayers — someone willing to ask tough questions, expose waste, and ensure government operates with integrity, fiduciary responsibility, and full transparency.
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The Comptroller of Maryland should be an independent voice for taxpayers — someone willing to ask tough questions, expose waste, and ensure government operates with integrity, fiduciary responsibility, and full transparency.
Government ethics, accountability, and elections
Candidate positionAs Comptroller, I will ensure policymakers and taxpayers understand the State's true and full financial landscape - not a snapshot. I will advocate for responsible fiscal decisions that protect taxpayers, strengthen accountability, and support Maryland's long-term financial stability.
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As Comptroller, I will ensure policymakers and taxpayers understand the State's true and full financial landscape - not a snapshot. I will advocate for responsible fiscal decisions that protect taxpayers, strengthen accountability, and support Maryland's long-term financial stability.
Serve as an Independent Taxpayer Watchdog
Candidate positionFactVote summary · Goal / PriorityMake the Comptroller’s office an independent voice for taxpayers.
- Ask difficult fiscal questions.
- Put taxpayers ahead of political interests.
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Fight Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
Candidate positionFactVote summary · Goal / PriorityExpose and fight fraud, waste, and abuse in state spending.
- Strengthen fiscal oversight.
- Protect taxpayer dollars.
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Strengthen Fiscal Transparency and Accountability
Candidate positionFactVote summary · PolicyGive policymakers and taxpayers a complete view of Maryland’s finances and advocate responsible long-term fiscal decisions.
- Report the full financial landscape, not a snapshot.
- Strengthen accountability and long-term stability.
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Value Procurement Knowledge and Oversight
Candidate positionFactVote summary · BeliefHighlights procurement knowledge and oversight as priorities for the Maryland Comptroller's office and its Board of Public Works role.
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Improve Enterprise Operations Management
Candidate positionFactVote summary · Goal / PriorityImprove operational management across the Comptroller’s responsibilities.
- Use strategic management and operational discipline.
- Make financial administration more effective.
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Put Local Communities First
Candidate positionFactVote summary · Goal / PriorityPut local communities first in Comptroller services and fiscal decisions.
- Consider needs across Maryland’s regions.
- Make state financial administration responsive to communities.
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Practice Responsible Stewardship
Candidate positionFactVote summary · BeliefTreat management of public resources as a public trust requiring ethical and responsible stewardship.
- Protect resources for future generations.
- Use fiduciary responsibility as a governing principle.
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Value Technology and Public Trust
Candidate positionFactVote summary · Goal / PriorityLists technology innovation and restoring public trust as campaign priorities for the Comptroller's office, without a specific modernization proposal.
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