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We must work to keep our young people safe!

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Salim Adofo is an experienced leader with a track record of getting things done.

I will be ready “Day One,” to serve the residents of Ward 8 and the District of Columbia as a whole. I will work to reduce gun violence, empower our young people, help create quality housing and bring more food options to benefit all of Ward 8.

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Ward 8 deserves a councilmember that has a bold vision.

Gun Violence & Public Safety

Ward 8 families deserve to be able to live, work, and enjoy their local communities in a safe environment. Unfortunately, residents of this district do not feel safe, and homicides are occurring at an alarming rate, particularly among our youth. To improve public safety, it is imperative that the root causes of violence are addressed and those responsible for harm are held accountable.

Empowering Our Youth

Young people in Ward 8 should be empowered and supported during their transition to adulthood and in becoming positive contributors to their community.  A healthy and safe environment is essential for our youth to believe they can achieve their goals. 

Affordable Housing

Whether you live in Bellevue or Navy Yard, every Ward 8 resident deserves safe, clean, and affordable housing—with a clear path to homeownership for those who choose it.

Business & Economic Development

By fostering economic development in Ward 8, we can create a foundation for long-term success and prosperity for future generations. Achieving this vision requires strengthening existing businesses and offering consistent technical support to new ones, empowering them to grow and contribute to the community's revitalization.

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Election Day

July 15

Early In-Person Voting

July 11th - 15th

Mail-in Voting

Begins June 10th

Salim in the News

NEWS ARTICLE

Salim Adofo announces run for Ward 8 council seat

All eyes are on Washington, D.C.’s council as the Ward 8 seat is up for grabs and one candidate announced that he is throwing in his bid.

Candidate Salim Adofo announced Saturday that he is running in the council’s special election

Feb
20
2025

News Article

Commissioner Salim Adofo announces DC Council bid

Salim Adofo has announced that he is running to fill the District of Columbia Council seat for Ward 8 - which is the very one that was vacated when the D.C. Council unanimously voted to expel Ward 8 Councilman Trayon White earlier this month.

Feb
15
2025

News Article

How will DC’s Ward 8 handle ‘a gap’ in representation?

Salim Adofo, an Advisory Neighborhood Commission chairman in Ward 8, said “there is going to be a gap” when it comes to representation.

“This is where myself, as a commissioner, and my colleagues need to step up and make sure that we’re working with the at-large council members and some of the other council members that oversee different agencies to make sure that Ward 8 residents get their services met,” Adofo said.

Feb
5
2025
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