AltWeeklies Wire
Reading The Bills: Health Care Reformnew
The government of the United States is not trying to kill your grandmother. Or at least, if it is, no one saw fit to include that detail in the broad proposals for the reform of the American health-care system. Putting aside the name-calling for a moment, here's a look at some of the major proposals in the House and Senate versions of the bill.
Baltimore City Paper |
Chris Landers |
09-08-2009 |
Politics
Libertarian Party Fills Maryland's Ballot with Candidatesnew
The Libertarian Party of Maryland may not win any elections in November, but its victory is in its full complement of candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives--the most of any third-party effort in Maryland in at least 30 years. The party is fielding eight candidates for eight seats.
Baltimore City Paper |
Edward Ericson Jr. |
11-04-2008 |
Politics
Despite Little Competition, Baltimore's Congressmen are Flush with Cashnew
The incumbents, all Democrats -- U.S. representatives Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, and Elijah Cummings -- are household names in the Baltimore area and won easy primaries in February. Their opponents have hardly any name recognition and even less money to buy traction with voters. Nonetheless, the incumbents' formidable fundraising operations haven't missed a beat.
Baltimore City Paper |
Van Smith |
11-04-2008 |
Politics
What McCain and the GOP Really Mean When They Say They 'Support the Troops'new
One of these days, the American public is going to wake up and see that just because a candidate like John McCain can talk a good game about the military, and show off his pictures from the Vietnam days, it doesn't mean life will get any better for troops serving now.
Baltimore City Paper |
Brian Morton |
05-20-2008 |
Politics
Despite Failures, Baltimore Councilman Keeps Pushing Green Billsnew
Councilman Jim Kraft is pushing for a more environmentally friendly city.
Baltimore City Paper |
Edward Ericson Jr. |
03-18-2008 |
Politics
Maryland's Primary: The Late Bloomernew
Don't look now, but the Maryland presidential primary might actually make a difference in 2008.
Baltimore City Paper |
Tom Chalkley |
02-12-2008 |
Politics
Vote for Change in Baltimorenew
We're not trying to tell you what to do, just do something to move away from the Baltimore that voter apathy built.
Baltimore City Paper |
Erin Sullivan |
11-06-2007 |
Politics
The Green Party Struggles To Grow In Baltimorenew
Why are Maria Allwine and Bill Barry the only Baltimore Greens out on the stump this year?
Baltimore City Paper |
Erin Sullivan |
10-30-2007 |
Politics
Baltimore Gets The Mayor's Race It Deservesnew
Incumbent Sheila Dixon has quietly coasted along on a sea of money, avoiding confrontations with her opponents, and ignoring questions about her past ethical lapses.
Baltimore City Paper |
Edward Ericson Jr. |
09-11-2007 |
Politics
Baltimore Campaign Beat: Pounding the Pavementnew
Candidates for 13th District battle for visibility with voters.
Baltimore City Paper |
Chris Landers |
09-04-2007 |
Politics
Baltimore Campaign Beat: Multiple Personalitiesnew
A large crop of candidates fight for right to represent the city's 11th District.
Baltimore City Paper |
Randy Leonard |
08-28-2007 |
Politics
Baltimore Campaign Beat: 7th District Celebritiesnew
Familiar names challenge incumbent Belinda Conaway in council race.
Baltimore City Paper |
Van Smith |
08-21-2007 |
Politics
Nine Democrats Vie For 4th Baltimore District Seatnew
Ken Harris is vacating his seat in search of City Council President.
Baltimore City Paper |
Anna Ditkoff |
07-31-2007 |
Politics
Power to the Peoplenew
The Green candidate wants to give the working class a stronger voice in the Maryland governor's office.
Baltimore City Paper |
Laura Laing |
11-03-2006 |
Politics
Old Businessnew
Martin O'Malley's failed promise as Baltimore mayor will stay with him, no matter who wins the governor's race.
Baltimore City Paper |
Van Smith |
11-03-2006 |
Politics
