Delegate Saxman shocked the political community when he announced on July 17, 2009, that he was withdrawing from his reelection bid, only days after campaigning door-to-door. He cited his desire to fight for what he calls "projects of my passion."
On July 17, 2009, Delegate Saxman abruptly ended his reelection campaign, having campaigned door-to-door only a few days prior. He cited his intention to work on "projects of his passion," indicating that he wanted to focus on initiatives he was deeply committed to.