MARYLAND 2006 Governor Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. Robert Ehrlich (R) vs. Martin O'Malley (D)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Martin O'Malley (D) defeated Bob Ehrlich (R), 53% to 46%.

Gov. Robert Ehrlich (R)

First elected in 2002; Seeking second full term; Ehrlich was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 410-296-8683 Web Site: www.bobehrlich.com

About The Candidate

• Born: Nov. 25, 1957; Arbutus, Md.
• Family: Married (Kendel); two children
• Education: Wake Forest University, J.D., 1982; Princeton University, B.A., 1979
• Professional Career: Attorney, 1982-94
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: U.S. House, 1994-2002; state House, 1986-94

Martin O'Malley (D)

O'Malley, the mayor of Baltimore, was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 410-814-4206 Web Site: www.friendsofomalley.org Democratic Governors Association Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: Jan. 18, 1963; Baltimore, Md.
• Family: Married (Katie); four children
• Education: University of Maryland, J.D., 1988; Catholic University, B.A., 1985
• Professional Career: Assistant State's Attorney, 1988-90
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: Baltimore Mayor, 2000-06; Baltimore City Council, 1992-99

Previous Election Results

2002 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Bob Ehrlich (R)	879,592	52%
	Kathleen Kennedy Townsend (D)	813,422	48%
2002 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Bob Ehrlich (R)	229,927	93%
	James Sheridan (R)	9,181	4%
1998 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Parris N. Glendening (D)	846,972	55%
	Ellen Sauerbrey (R)	688,357	45%