If you are interested in becoming involved in our county Republican Central Committee, we invite you to join our meetings. The Committee meetings are held on the first Monday of the month. We meet at IHOP in New Carrolton, 8500 Annapolis Rd. at 7PM, please join us. Contact Jesse at 240-417-9808 for more information. If you would like to sign up for our newsletter please subscribe below, call Kathy Peed @ 240-417-3499, or email info@pggop.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Committee Members
CHAIRMAN
Jesse Peed
Legislative District 23
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Born in La Plata, Maryland, Jesse is an Army veteran who has been married for 30 years and is a father of four, and grandfather to six. He raised his family in Prince George's County and owns a small business there. He has been interested in politics since high school.
1st VICE CHAIR
Jim Wass
Legislative District 22
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Jim Wass has been a Republican and conservative activist since 2004 when he campaigned for our presidential ticket in Ohio. He has been working with or serving on the Central Committee for 13 years including service as Secretary, Vice Chairman, and Chairman. He recently served as a director of Reopen Maryland, advocating for safe and reasonable relaxation of restrictions on commerce, religion, and education. Jim was elected in November 2022 to serve as Executive Vice Chairman.
Bio here
2nd VICE CHAIR
Ike Puzon
Legislative District 26
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Ike is retired from the United States Navy with a rank of Captain. He has extensive leadership experience during and after his military career. As President/CEO of Puzon Associates LLC, he has consulted with various companies on successful strategies. Ike is an advocate for, and very active in, Veterans affairs.
Bio here
TREASURER
Debra Farrar-Dyke
Legislative District 25
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SECRETARY
Joshua Knaak
Legislative District
At Large 47
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Josh has earned his Masters from George Washington University. He has Interned on Capitol Hill, the House and Senate, worked at a lobbying firm, and has several years of campaign experience.
MEMBER
Mike Adam
At Large
Legislative District 22
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Mike lives in Riverdale Park. He works in political media and data strategy, helping campaigns and advocacy groups get their message to voters. Mike has held senior roles at a national party committee and on battleground races across the country.
MEMBER
Bori Adeyemi
Legislative District 25
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MEMBER
Hank Aldag
Legislative District
At Large 23
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Hank is a seasoned real estate manager and professional, with over 30 years of experience in public and private sectors in the comprehensive management, acquiring, constructing, and disposal of commercial and government-owned property. He has an expert knowledge level of real property laws, principles, practices and markets throughout the US.
MEMBER
Dr. JoAnn Fisher
Legislative District 26
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Dr. JoAnn Fisher is a Veteran, US Navy, 1976-1991. Her issues are Seniors and Veterans with a serious concern for education, rising taxes, affordable pricing for residents, safety living conditions for all through strengthening the police, and housing. She received her Ed.D., December 2014 from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Her dissertation, entitled, Female Leaders in a State-Level Disabled American Veterans Organization, was requested by the DAV Department of Maryland. Dr. Fisher has a BA in Applied Behavioral Science from National College of Education with an MS in Management from National-Louis University.
MEMBER
Fred Price Jr
Legislative District 47
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Mr. Price graduated from Beloit Memorial High School, and then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Honorably discharged in 1961, he settled in D.C. where he worked for the Federal Government, the Highway Admin, Bowie State University, and the State’s Attorney Office of Prince George’s County. He served as a Town Councilperson in Cheverly from 1984-1986 and was twice Chairman of the NAACP Region 7. He is married to Leila (Bibbins) Price. They have one daughter, one grandson and two great-grandsons. He is a member of Hemingway Memorial AME Church in District Heights, Maryland.
MEMBER
Kathy Peed
Legislative District 23
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Kathy was born in Cheverly and has lived in Maryland since. She graduated from Gwynn Park High School and has been married to Jesse Peed for 37 years with three boys and three granddaughters. Kathy has been active in politics since 2014.
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Alexander Rauda
Legislative District 22
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Alexander Rauda is a life-long resident of Riverdale, Maryland (Legislative District 22) and currently works as a government affairs specialist focusing on space, defense, and energy policy. He has worked in both the Maryland General Assembly and the Governor's Office focusing on budgetary issues and federal policy. Alexander has volunteered in Republican campaigns in MD-04 and Prince George's at-large. He holds a B.A. in History and German including a minor in International Studies from Dartmouth College.
MEMBER
Michael Riker
Legislative District
At Large 23
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Michael has been a resident of our county since 1968 and has been in public service since 1979. Growing up in District Heights, he joined their Volunteer Fire Department at 16. He has been a Public Service Aide, Capitol Police First Responder, Patrol Officer, and a Joint Terrorism Task Force Officer with the FBI. Retiring after twenty years with the Prince George’s County Police, he has many letters of commendation and other awards. He is staying active in the County as a member of our Committee and running for office.
