I am humbled to be elected as the next ANC Commissioner for single member district 6/8F02 in the Navy Yard area! I would like to give a huge thank you to all of the voters for trusting me with their vote. Huge kudos to my team for pushing me on those tough and meaningful days; my friends, my family; esp. my older brothers that made sure the little sister was always cared for, my strategists at GoodParty, fellow ANC Commissioners who have endorsed and stood alongside me, my teachers, my home church family at the Temple of Praise. A special thanks to my son who has made each moment of this memorable — I have hope all because of you. To my mom who never left my side in this race, you are honestly the best. To my dad who is my angel, I love you and we did it! This moment is an honor in so many ways. This campaign was one from my heart. It was a courageous effort that was bigger than just myself. I recognize the strength of the people. I recognize that leading by example is critical; because young eyes are always watching, just like those of my son. I recognize that hard work is the key to getting things done. And, this holds true because I have been working hard to make a difference within my #Ward8 community since the age of 14. Time stops for no one. And, now is the time — as your Commissioner-Elect of 6/8F02 to move forward for the betterment of our community, together. On day one, I will be sharing my plan to our community because there is so much work to do. And — I am ready to lead! I ask for your patience as I will be in vigorous ANC training over the next few weeks. See you in the community, and I hope to see you at the swearing-in ceremony; I will be sure to share information as forthcoming information is provided. We did it! Let’s move our community forward.✨

Update: Per the update from Board of Elections, I am currently leading by 24 votes. As mentioned earlier — I will keep the community informed, as I have the information. Keep the prayers/positivity going and thank you for the support! ✨

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of producer, songwriter, composer and arranger Quincy Jones. As a master inventor of musical hybrids, he has shuffled pop, soul, hip-hop, jazz, classical, African and Brazilian music into many dazzling fusions, traversing virtually every medium, including records, live performance, movies and television. His career spans over six decades, with a record 80 Grammy Award nominations and 28 Grammy Awards. Jones’s contributions to the jazz world include his iconic recordings and arrangements for Frank Sinatra (including “Fly Me To The Moon”), the Count Basie Orchestra, Ray Charles, Sarah Vaughan, and Dizzy Gillespie, in addition to his 39 recordings as a leader.

Running for public office is no small task. It requires the ability to make sensible decisions for the lives counting on you. I am the only candidate endorsed by our sitting ANC @RickMurphree and courageous ANC @erinfordc — both know what it will take & I will do the hard work!✨

Ward 8 it’s time to VOTE! Mail ballot drop boxes are officially open! Look 👇🏾 for mail in ballot drop box locations! Vote LaJoy as the next W8 SBOE Rep! The time is now! Let’s do this! 🩷💙💛! #lajoyforward8sboe #abriasmom #amomforchange #Ward8 #inclusion #keepgoing #votelajoy

Have you heard the news?! Our Washington @Nationals had such a bittersweet ending. However, our @wmata Navy Yard - Ballpark station took a huge win. A win is a win — and I will forever support both as a hometown DC native! Keep it going. ⚾️🚉✨#goNats #goWMATA #ANC8F02 #DCisHome

I am humbled by all of the support! My campaign is about people w/ real stories hoping for true change. I was once that young girl w/ a story of homelessness hoping for the same. I fought for better. I plan to do the same for our community. I do not have any quit in me. #Forward

Looking forward to seeing and meeting everyone at the event on tomorrow! A few reminders: 🚗Parking lot (pay by the hour) is located on First Street; limited street parking. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Child friendly activities are available. 🗒️You must check-in upon arrival. See you soon! 🌸

Signs are going up! I am out in the community working hard, getting to know everyone, discussing the issues, and doing this — together. We are 36 days away from Election Day, and I am ready to earn your vote to better our community. Vote #3🗳️on the ballot! markitabryantdc.com