AFSCME Local Election Fallout

William Parker’s bid to lead the newly formed AFSCME Local 6368—representing Maryland DOT supervisors who now have collective bargaining rights—ended in defeat, sparking accusations of a rigged election. Parker claimed the vote was poorly advertised, lacked oversight, and was orchestrated by AFSCME Maryland Council 3 president Patrick Moran to ensure control. While the local later created an election committee and allowed Parker to campaign, he felt sidelined and targeted by a smear campaign from his opponent. The controversy mirrors similar tensions in AFSCME Local 44 in Baltimore, where Moran has also been accused of blocking an elected president. Parker’s disappointment was compounded by low voter turnout, fueling his belief the process was manipulated. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/53654ea56f119b46