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Is Baltimore Cursed for Mayors?

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
October 8, 2025
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Is Baltimore Cursed for Mayors?
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It is almost becoming a pattern, one mayor after another, caught in the middle of scandals, outrage, or decisions that make people question leadership. Now, it seems Baltimore is once again in the spotlight, and this time, it’s Mayor Brandon Scott standing in the heat. His new $163,000 SUV, paid for with taxpayers’ money has sparked the kind of anger that makes people shake their heads and ask, “Is Baltimore cursed for mayors?”

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  • The Car That Started the Fire
  • Baltimore’s Familiar Curse
  • A Matter of Trust
  • The Weight of the Past
  • Maybe It’s Time to Break the Curse

The Car That Started the Fire

Mayor Scott says he needs the new SUV for safety reasons, insisting that it’s about protection, not luxury. He calls it “safe and stylish travel,” but honestly, that last part, “stylish” might have been the wrong word to use in a city where thousands of people are struggling to pay bills, keep their businesses open, or even feel safe in their own neighborhoods.

The price tag, $163,000  is what most Baltimore residents can’t even imagine earning in three years, yet it’s being spent on one car. A car for the man who’s meant to protect the city, not make it feel smaller in the face of extravagance. The defense isn’t landing well. If he feels unsafe, then what should ordinary citizens feel, invisible?

Is Baltimore Cursed for Mayors?

Baltimore’s Familiar Curse

The issue with Baltimore’s mayors goes beyond cars, it’s about what follows them once they sit in that office. It feels like the city has a history that repeats itself. Catherine Pugh walked into the mayor’s seat with promises of honesty and reform, and left through the back door of scandal,  the “Healthy Holly” book deal that ended in jail time. Then there was Sheila Dixon, another leader who fell to corruption charges.

Now, people are wondering if Brandon Scott might be heading down the same path, not necessarily to jail, but to a loss of public trust that no amount of safe SUVs can fix. Baltimore’s mayors often start as reformers, and end up defending themselves in front of cameras, explaining how they “meant well.”

A Matter of Trust

Scott’s supporters say he’s young, energetic, and truly wants to change Baltimore. But even good intentions can get lost in bad decisions. The backlash over his car isn’t about envy, it’s about timing, perception, and sensitivity. Baltimore is a city still struggling to rebuild its image. People want leaders who reflect their pain, not their distance.

If safety was the concern, couldn’t there have been a more reasonable option? Something that doesn’t scream “luxury” while the city’s roads scream “neglect”? Leadership isn’t about showing comfort,  it’s about showing connection.

The Weight of the Past

Looking back, every mayor who fell didn’t just fall because of one mistake. It was always a slow build of choices that seemed small at first, an approval here, a contract there until public patience finally broke. What’s happening now feels like the start of that pattern again. Scott might not see it yet, but the signs are there.

Catherine Pugh probably didn’t think her children’s book would destroy her career. Sheila Dixon didn’t think a few gift cards would become a political storm. Brandon Scott might not think one SUV will shape his legacy but Baltimore’s history says otherwise.

Maybe It’s Time to Break the Curse

So, is Baltimore cursed for mayors? Maybe it’s not a curse. Maybe it’s just the same kind of pride, comfort, and poor judgment repeating itself. Brandon Scott still has time to rewrite his story, to step back, listen, and realize that power isn’t about distance from the people, but closeness to their struggles.

Because right now, Baltimore doesn’t need another fallen name. It needs a leader who can prove that good governance still exists, one who knows that the real luxury is public trust, not a bulletproof car.

And if Mayor Scott doesn’t realize that soon, Baltimore’s “curse” might claim another name.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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