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RAWLINGS-BLAKE ANNOUNCES TRANSITION COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:34:56 UT

City Council President Stephanie Rawlings-Blake enlisted the support of top Baltimore leaders to serve as committee members to assist City government during the transition process.

Rawlings-Blake assembled a team of experts to serve on committees in six key areas: Public Safety and Essential Services; Jobs and Economic Development; Education Reform and Youth Services; Community Development and Neighborhoods; Health and Human Services; and Arts and Culture.

Tags: baltimore city government, stephanie rawlings-blake

Delegate Jon Cardin: Going Green

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:22:18 UT

The release of the Governor's proposed budget has dominated the news this week. For all intents and purposes, the Governor retains full funding for both K-12 education (Maryland ranked #1 in the nation again this year) and higher education. He retains a required 5% ($635 million) rainy day fund and apportions $250 million for the school construction program. The budget continues to call for the furlough program for state employees in an effort to lay off fewer people. This year that layoff number begins around 200. I will write about my opinions on his proposal as the Legislature begins our discussions on cuts and adjustments that we intend to make.

Tags: house of delegates, jon cardin, md general assembly

Delegate Jon Cardin on First Week of 427th Session of MD General Assembly

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:19:22 UT

The session has begun with both a wave of excitement and fiscal uncertainty. My Ways and Means Committee had a short briefing on the anemic budget and the daunting prospects for this legislative session. What I have taken from it is that as the economy slowly improves, we can expect another year of a nearly $2 billion deficit. Given our propensity to avoid tax increases in an election year, this task is sobering.

While I expect to receive the annual visits from constituents from across the state reminding us of the importance of their program funding, I will remind everyone of our Constitutional mandate to end on April 13 with a balanced budget. I very much hope to be able to vote on a budget that retains funding for all the programs I find crucial to Maryland, the wealthiest state in the nation, but I am reminded that we also have to live within our means. I remind you that last year our General Fund was cut from $14 billion to $13 billion. I hope that the next 87 days will demonstrate the fervor and determination of your legislators on making Maryland healthier, safer and further along the path of progress.

Tags: house of delegates, jon cardin, md general assembly

BMORENEWS' Political Cocktails "MDPoli-10" Kicked Off at Eden's

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:25:54 UT

(BALTIMORE - January 26, 2010) - BMORENEWS' Political Cocktails kicked off last night at Eden's Lounge, 15 W. Eager Street in midtown Baltimore. The featured speaker was none other than political mastermind Julius Henson.

The host committee included Ms. Catalina Byrd and Bobby Marvin, two young giants ubiquitously emerging in the realm of black political economy, the interrelationship of politics and economics as it relates to the black community.

The next Political Cocktails "MDPoli-10" is Feburary 16, 2010 (6 to 8 pm) at www.edenslounge.com. To RSVP, email: contact@phenomenal-events.com.

Stay-tuned to www.BMORENEWS.com for more details.

BMORENEWS.com has sponsored a number of business and political events on a monthly basis since the fall of 2002. Over the years, our gatherings have featured governors, mayors, members of the US Congress, and business leaders. The topic is always the same: How to make some new black millionaires.

Tags: eden's lounge, mdpoli-10, political cocktails

Baltimore City State Senators Support Jack Young for City Council President

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:34:55 UT

City Senators support Jack for Council Prez

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BMORENEWS.com presents “Political Cocktails”

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:50:42 UT

What’s in store for next year’s mayor’s race? Will Stephanie Rawlings-Blake have any contenders for mayor?

And, as for this year, what’s up with Wayne Curry? Can he successfully mount a rejuvenation campaign and secure Prince George’s County – the largest black voting bloc in Maryland? Will former Montgomery County Executive Doug Duncan assist him in what could be viewed as the Democratic Revolution in Maryland?

Or, is Bob Ehrlich playing possum?

These and other intriguing questions will be posed as inquiring minds want to know the answers on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 - 6 pm – at the one and only Eden’s Lounge, 15 West Eager Street in midtown Baltimore.

Emceeing for the evening are Catalina Byrd and Bobby Marvin.

To speak on the mic, RSVP to doni@bmorenews.com. 2010 candidates are welcome.

Tags: eden's lounge, maryland politics, political cocktails

Gov. vs. Former Gov.: Who Wins in 2010?

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:15:41 UT

Vote today on www.bmorenews.com, the news before the news where we uncover the truth!

Tags: 2010 election, governor

Baltimore Mayor Designee Stephanie Rawlings-Blake Holds First Press Conference

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 23:15:20 UT

“[Pledging] orderly and transparent transition focused on public safety and essential city service,” Rawlings-Blake stated, “During the next 30 days, and beyond, my focus will be on ensuring an orderly, transparent and effective transition of power.” She added, “We will at all times make the decisions necessary to protect our citizens and to continue the delivery of essential services.”

Tags: Baltimore, mayor designee, stephanie rawlings-blake

BMORENEWS Poll of the Week: Mayor Sheila Dixon

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:36:39 UT

Inquisitive minds want to know: Is she guilty or not guilty?

Vote today on www.bmorenews.com at the lower left.

Tags: Baltimore, mayor, sheila dixon

Tune-in to The Powers Report with Dr. Tyrone Powers on Wednesdays, 9 pm

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:27:31 UT

Dr. Tyrone Powers is online every Wednesday at 9 pm at www.BlogTalkRadio.com/ThePowersReport.

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WJSS 1330 AM's "Fresh Voices" Radio Show to feature Aberdeen Mayoral Candidate

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:16:59 UT

On Tuesday, October 20, 2009, our guest will be Aberdeen Mayoral Candidate Mike Hiob. Mike will join us as we discuss his bid for mayor, his views on the issues and his vision for Aberdeen. So, tune in to Fresh Voices™ on Tuesdays at 4:30pm on WJSS 1330am.

Tags: aberdeen, harford county, mayor, political economy

Mayoral Succession Resolution by Baltimore NAACP

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:53:58 UT

PROPOSED EMERGENCY

RESOLUTION REGARDING BALTIMORE CITY

MAYORAL SUCCESSION

Tags: Baltimore, NAACP, Politics

Dr. Cornel West Joins Anthony McCarthy on WEAA to Discuss New Memoir

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:35:16 UT

Princeton Professor Cornel West has been called one of America’s most provocative and admired public intellectuals. The New York Times best-selling author has just released his long awaited memoir “Brother West: Living and Loving Out Loud” which has been met with stunning reviews. Cornel West is the first hour guest on The Anthony McCarthy Show on WEAA 88.9 FM on Friday, Oct. 16, 2009 @ 5 pm.

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BMORENEWS Archives featuring BTV Video Reports from 2006-08

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:50:54 UT

Enjoy some of our BTV video reports dating back to 2006. That was the year BMORENEWS racked up a number of awards for our pioneering work.

Tags: BTV, business, Politics

Guest Editorial: Values from the Great Depression

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:16:58 UT

Over the past year, the Great Recession of 2007-2009 has changed my perspective. I have begun to realize that there is a soft underbelly to prosperity. Have my nieces, nephews and the children of close family friends absorbed those core values that created the American Dream? Or did their family’s prosperous lifestyle erode those core values? And if so, is it too late to re-learn the time-tested core values of hard work, thrift, education, God and charity so that we will not slide into a New Great Depression? Hopefully, the Great Recession is a wake-up call to America.

Tags: black political economy