What party is Teri Pailen?

Teri Pailen is running as a Democrat.

Who is Teri Pailen running against?

John F. Barr, Charles Burkett, Jeffrey A. Cline, Jonathan Fish, Randy Leatherman, Lara A. Shepherd, Taj Smith, Les McIntosh, Sr., Dave Williams and Dan Young, for Washington County Commissioner.

How much money has Teri Pailen raised?

$3,869 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Teri Pailen?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Teri Pailen's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

Teri Pailen

Democrat · Candidate for Washington County Commissioner · November 3, 2026

About this race

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

11 candidates ran for Washington County Commissioner in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Where they stand

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Funding

$3,869 raised.

Source: Maryland State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-10-18.

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Also running

John F. Barr · Republican
Charles Burkett · Republican
Jeffrey A. Cline · Republican
Jonathan Fish · Democrat
Randy Leatherman · Republican
Lara A. Shepherd · Democrat
Taj Smith · Independent
Les McIntosh, Sr. · Democrat
Dave Williams · Democrat
Dan Young · Republican

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Quick answers

What party is Teri Pailen?: Teri Pailen is running as a Democrat.
What does the Washington County Commissioner seat do?: Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Who is Teri Pailen running against?: John F. Barr, Charles Burkett, Jeffrey A. Cline, Jonathan Fish, Randy Leatherman, Lara A. Shepherd, Taj Smith, Les McIntosh, Sr., Dave Williams and Dan Young, for Washington County Commissioner.
How much money has Teri Pailen raised?: $3,869 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Teri Pailen?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Teri Pailen's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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