For Immediate Release:
October 7, 2024
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Gaithersburg, MD – Sunday’s League of Women Voters Candidates Forum descended into chaos, as reported by Maryland Matters, when Neil Parrott, unable to handle scrutiny of his record in the State House, lost composure and became visibly aggressive towards April McClain Delaney. In a heated exchange, in which Neil Parrott took offense to advertisements that factually point out his record, Parrott attempted to intimidate McClain Delaney, even demanding she “be quiet” before storming off the stage, while McClain Delaney remained on stage, calling for civility.
On social media and in the eyes of former and current state officials, as well as Maryland voters, one thing became clear: Neil Parrott is unprepared to defend his voting record, unable to maintain his composure, and unfit to represent Maryland’s 6th District in Congress.
Maryland Democratic Party
- “After the end of today’s debate hosted by the League of Women voters, Neil Parrott stormed off stage after attacking April McClain Delaney. Parrott took issue with advertisements that factually point out his record and history of extreme and controversial plans.” (10/6/24)
Maryland House Democrats
- “We’ve heard there has been some controversy and confusion around Neil Parrott’s voting record while serving in the MD House of Delegates. With 28 days left until Election Day, we are highlighting 28 votes that Neil took in the House to help set the record straight. In 2016, Neil voted NO on SB758 – denying low-income Maryland seniors a $30 per month minimum benefit so they don’t go hungry.” (10/7/24)
Rep. David Trone, MD-06
- “Pictured here: one candidate too emotional for the job (right).” (10/7/24)
Jan Gardner, Former County Executive, Frederick County
- “Just unbelievable! After Neil Parrott makes accusations at a forum with April Delaney yesterday, stirring up his supporters, he issues an unbelievable statement saying his bad behavior is her fault. So insulting to women. @April4Congress @CherylKagan @neilparrott” (10/7/24)
- “I was at this forum. It was largely civil until the end when Parrott decided to make accusations in his closing comments, firing up his supporters to shout. The whole place [lit] up momentarily. Never experienced anything like it.” (10/7/24)
Maryland State Senator Cheryl Kagan, SD-17
- “OMG–what happened at the congressional candidate debate today? It looks like @neilparrott is about to slug @April4Congress! Does Neil need anger management counseling??!” (10/6/24)
Joe Vogel, Maryland State Delegate, Former Candidate for Maryland’s 6th District
- “At today’s Frederick debate, @NeilParrott, showed he would be an embarrassment to all of us here in #MD06. (10/6/24)
Delegate Nick Allen, District 8
- “He’s upset because he is being called out for his radical record– including, but not limited to, his MULTIPLE votes against a bill that would repeal the spousal defense for rape. CD-6, and all of Maryland, deserves better. That’s why we need @April4Congress in Congress” (10/7/24)
Tiffany Carlock, 2024 DNC Delegate, Maryland Resident
- “I watched the MD-06 forum and I see why @April4Congress was upset. Neil Parrot accused her of lying in ads/mailers and put his finger in her face at (1:40), told her to be quiet and she defended herself. Go April! Men like Neil Parrott do NOT belong in Congress. (10/7/24)
Geoffrey Grammer, Physician, Retired U.S. Army Colonel, Former Candidate for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District
- “This happened at an MD06 candidate forum for Congress. The man standing is Neil Parrot, the woman sitting is April McClain Delaney. I’ll let the pic speak for itself. Please repost. Let’s make sure @April4Congress is elected and not this guy. Democracy is on the line.” (10/6/24)
- “I was there. Neil lost it…stormed off stage and all. He came back eventually, but the facade was lifted.” (10/6/24)
Ryan Miner, A Miner Detail
- “‘You need to be quiet.’- Former Maryland State Del. Neil Parrott, the Republican nominee in Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, shouting at his Democratic opponent, @April4Congress, during the Frederick League of Women’s candidate forum today at Hood College.” (10/6/24)
- “Former State Del. Neil Parrott, the Republican nominee in Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, encroached upon @April4Congress’s personal space, pointing in his Democratic opponent’s face and later storming off the stage.” (10/6/24)
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