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By Charlie Gerow Censuses are as old as civilization. One of the more notable ones took place when the Romans took over Judea and…
Redistricting is legalized body-snatching. Everybody knows it. Everyone does it. Former Gov. Martin O’Malley (D) admitted the ruse in a deposition. Implicit in Republican…
By Kahan S. Dhillon Jr. Mayor Pugh, thank you for validating and vindicating the fundamentals of The Baltimore Renaissance Revitalization Project by advocating for…
We are pleased to introduce Maryland Matters readers to Frank A. DeFelippo — a man who needs no introduction (and for those who do…
I’ve been around the track before. This is my ninth term in the House of Delegates. I’ve been watching horses run around the…
What happened in Parkland, Fla., last month nearly happened just a week later right here in Montgomery County, where I teach high school. And…
I was raised to appreciate public service and value hard work. I have demonstrated compassion and concern for those in need, which has grown…
By Samuel I. Rosenberg I’ve been around the track before. This is my ninth term in the House of Delegates. I’ve been watching horses…
The six candidates for governor who vowed to support the Clean Energy Jobs Act if elected in November may be surprised when they find…
By Sean Stinnett I was raised to appreciate public service and value hard work. I have demonstrated compassion and concern for those in need,…