Sue Hecht


Sue Hecht was an American politician from Maryland and a member of the Democratic Party. She retired in 2011 after serving three terms in the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Maryland's District 3A in Frederick County. She was known for her campaign slogan "Hecht Yes!".

Life and career

Hecht was born in Takoma Park, Maryland, on December 7, 1947. She attended Frederick Community College, Hood College, and Frostburg State University, where she earned her MBA before becoming an adjunct professor at Frostburg State University, a freelance writer, and executive director of a non-profit organization. Hecht has received numerous awards for her work, including being included in a list of Maryland's top 100 women.
Hecht died on September 23, 2025, at the age of 77.

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