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Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith Endorses Zirkin, Cardin, Morhaim, Stein, Almond:
The Team responded, "Jim Smith has served in all three branches of government: legislative, judicial, and executive, so he has wide experience and perspective. He knows the candidates and the issues, and, frankly, as he's not running for office, he has no political obligations except to speak his mind. So his endorsement means a great deal to us, and we very much appreciate his support and his vote of confidence." Read in Full >>
Keiffer Mitchell for House of Delegates, 44th District:
Elect Keiffer Mitchell to the House of Delegates, 44th District. Visit www.KeifferMitchell.com Read in Full >>
The NAACP’s Come to Jesus Meeting Over Race Controversies:
This week, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) held an emergency meeting on their involvement in the recent national controversies on race. The Civil Rights organization called-in retired board chair and Civil Rights activist Julian Bond for the Wednesday evening session of senior staff and the organization’s Executive Board. Sources contend NAACP President Ben Jealous was taken to the woodshed for his recent involvement in the current race-based national news stories. Sources also confirm Rosalind Brock, the new NAACP Board Chairperson, is now the point person on the current controversies. Read in Full >>
MD Poli-10: The Battle for Liberty Road:
Stay-tuned to www.bmorenews.com for ongoing political coverage in one of the hottest political seasons ever in Maryland. Read in Full >>
A Message from Washington, DC Councilman Mike Brown: Men of Valor Awards:
Please join us as we celebrate our first annual “Men of Valor Awards Ceremony” on Saturday, June 19th, from 11 am to 1 pm. The award program will be held at The First Baptist Church of Washington DC on 1328 16th N.W. In support of the Constituent Services Fund, which is dedicated to helping community organizations and District residents in need, the Awards program will honor men from across the city whose community service and leadership have made a significant difference in their neighborhoods and who have dedicated their time and commitment to make District neighborhoods better, safer and stronger. Read in Full >>
Senator Keiffer Mitchell?:
No! Delegate Mitchell? Stukes, Haynes, and Kirk have a fight coming! Read in Full >>
Straight Out of Baltimore: April D. Ryan ... America's Top Black Journalist:
April Ryan, a 24-year journalism veteran, has been the White House correspondent for American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) since January of 1997, covering three Presidents. Along with daily responsibilities at the White House, Ryan hosts the daily feature, The White House Report, which is broadcast to AURN’s nearly 475 affiliated stations nationwide. Ryan also hosts a new Digital television program for Colours TV called the White House Report with April Ryan where minority America is given the White House perspective on matters specific to their community. Ryan is also a regular panelist on Washington Watch with Roland Martin for TV ONE. Read in Full >>
A Message from Speaker of the House in Maryland: Del. Mike Busch:
I am writing to report to you on the work of the General Assembly during the 2010 legislative session. Contrary to the GOP spin, I am proud to say that this has been the most productive session of the term, working with Governor O’Malley and our colleagues in the Senate.
Governor O’Malley has done a yeoman’s job, making progress on public safety, healthcare and the environment throughout this term, despite governing through the worst economic recession in a generation.
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