Ward 4 Aldermanic Candidate Janice Allsup- Johnson Advances to Uncontested General Election Following Win Over Democratic Primary Challenger

Ward 4 Aldermanic Candidate Janice Allsup-Johnson has advanced to an uncontested general election after securing a win during the September primary. 

According to officials, Allsup-Johnson defeated challenger Coren Makell in the primary election held on September 16, 2025, with 50.70% of the votes. All candidates who prevail in the November general election will be sworn into office on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Ms. Allsup-Johnson released the following statement: "I WON !!! Friends of Janice Allsup - Johnson I want to Thank everyone for their Love and support in my journey to become thee Alderwoman of Ward 4 for the City of Annapolis Special thanks to Jolyn Johnson my Treasure, Lisa DeJesus my Campaign Manager, My great grandson (Amari Sheppard) my Assistant , Toni Strong - Pratt my Advisor, My Family, My Church family,Sir Speeding printing company, Yolanda Nelson for my website, Melissa Brown , Franklin Johnson, Cheryl Cuffe , Felicia Smith ,Asbury new Pastor P , Ricky and Diana Adams, And Renee Coates ( Catering), Harold Johnson and Company. And West End Grill-America Legion Post 141.Again Thanks and Love and let the Journey begin!!" 

Çoren Makell released the following statement:  "Congratulations to the Primary Election Winners! 

First and foremost, to our Heavenly Father, THANK YOU for giving me the courage, support, and opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and try something new. 

A HUGE Thank you to my family, friends, neighbors, donors, and most importantly my campaign team — you are the ones who made this journey possible! Thank you, 

Congratulations to Jared Littmann, Harry Huntley Keanuú Smith-Brown / KSB, Janice Allsup-Johnson, and Diesha Contee on your primary election victories.

This campaign has been an incredible journey. I’ve learned so much — about myself, about the operations of our local government, and about the power of community. Along the way, I’ve met so many amazing individuals inside and outside of Ward 4 who continue to inspire me.

I am deeply committed to serving, learning, and uplifting our community. As an Annapolis native, neighbor, advocate, and friend, I look forward to supporting you all in the general election and throughout your service on the Annapolis City Council. Together, we will continue the important work of empowering our neighborhoods and strengthening our city.  My journey is far from over! Stay tuned for the next chapt."

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