Ashley Emerick

Ashley Emerick earned a bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University in 2015. Emerick's career experience includes owning a small business.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Born and raised in Allegany County, Maryland, Ashley spent the early years of her adult life attending Frostburg State University and waitressing. After graduating, she used her Spanish skills to work at local call centers and continued waitressing to make ends meet. During the first Covid shutdown, she began baking. Over the next 3 years, she turned her love of baking into a beloved small business in Downtown Cumberland.

After struggling in the local economy, she became passionate about the reasoning behind these issues. Now she’s decided to lead the way for Western Maryland’s protection by running for the Maryland Senate. In her research, she found a lack of action and willingness to grow in local leadership.

She walks alongside Western Marylanders everyday who struggle with housing, affordability, access to healthcare, and more. As a young, democratic woman, she brings a fresh, new perspective to politics. She can work with democrats downstate in Annapolis to make sure that Western Maryland isn’t left behind or left out of the decision making. She wants us to continue to have access to Maryland funding for State Services while preserving our Wildlife and Natural Resources.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I work for local residents, not multi-millionaires. I want to see our community thrive and come together more than anything.Western Maryland has made it clear: NO data centers are welcome here. I'll do everything possible to keep them out and protect our resources.No new taxes or fees for working families. I won't vote to increase any of your taxes and utility bills. It's time for the wealthy to pay their fair share.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm passionate about affordability, regulating AI, and public education.