Official Campaign Kickoff - April 17, 2006

Ryan began the day addressing supporters at the Garrett Park Town Hall.

Garrett Park Mayor Carolyn Shawaker talks with Ryan at the first of three
campaign announcement events.

Ryan's mother, a career Maryland public school teacher, introduces him at the second announcement event of the day, in Courthouse Square Park in downtown Rockville.

Ryan outlines his positions on key issues, including education, transportation, housing,
the environment, public safety and government reform.

Senator Jennie Forehand chats with Ryan after his announcement speech in downtown Rockville.

Deputy State's Attorney John McCarthy congratulates Ryan.

Supporters gather with Ryan during the second of three campaign announcement events.

Neal Carter, president of the Montgomery College Democrats, joins Ryan at his evening
announcement in Gaithersburg. The Montgomery College Democrats recently
endorsed Ryan for the House of Delegates in District 17.

Ryan addresses the crowd at his final announcement at the Bohrer Park Activity Center in Gaithersburg.