Elect Steve Washington for Delaware's State Senate District 1 – Let’s strengthen our relationships, partnerships, and friendships – I believe transparency is essential with inclusion, not exclusion!

Senate District 1, Steve Washington. Vote Nov 3, 2026.

Early Voting Starts Tuesday, October 22, 2026

Steve Washington with his family at a high school graduation

About Steve

Teacher: Steve retired as a special education teacher in the Brandywine School District but returned to teaching as a special education and English Language Arts teacher at Glasgow High School.

Public Service: Steve is a leader in our community. He founded the HBCU Delaware Coalition Inc., which aids those attending historically black colleges and universities. He has also served as a Wilmington Housing Authority commissioner and was appointed by Governor John Carney to the Delaware Board of Parole.

Family: Steve was born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware. A dedicated husband and father of two, he is proud to raise his family in the same community where he and his family have deep roots.

Steve Washington with HBCU Delaware Coalition students and alumni

Steve's Pillars for SD1

“My decision to run comes from a place of deep-seated responsibility. I’ve seen this city through many lenses, and I believe we are at a pivotal moment … and I believe in the power of local leadership”