April 23, 2026 Dear Friend: Hello again! A few days ago, I sent you part 1 highlighting what we accomplished during the 90-day legislative session in Annapolis. It featured our work to combat ICE; close the budget gap; create the first statewide 3-1-1 …
Continue ReadingApril 17, 2026 The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi LISTEN The Maryland General Assembly wrapped its session this week, but not before a rowdy last few minutes. Lawmakers are touting major accomplishments such as a balanced budget, a slew of anti-ICE bills, …
Continue ReadingApril 7, 2026 Montgomery Community Media by Maryam Shahzad State Sen. Cheryl Kagan (D-District 17) testified Tuesday on her bipartisan bill to create the nation’s first statewide 311 system powered by artificial intelligence to lighten the load on 911 centers. A Maryland House Committee …
Continue ReadingApril 1, 2026 Maryland Matters By: Danielle J. Brown If Tuesday ruling undermines Maryland’s ban, LGBTQ+ advocates worry there won’t be time in session for corrective action State officials are trying to determine how Tuesday’s Supreme Court ruling overturning a …
Continue ReadingMarch 31, 2026 Maryland Matters by William J. Ford Jones return for the rest of the session remains unclear, but Benson said she plans to return to the job Two of the state’s most respected legislators, who have been absent …
Continue ReadingApril 22, 2026 Dear Friend: Ninety days. Big challenges. Clear priorities. Amid significant chaos and disruption in Washington, the General Assembly focused on Maryland’s priorities: protecting our residents from the lawless Trump Administration; enhancing affordability in core areas like energy …
Continue ReadingApril 9, 2026 Dear Friend: It’s an exciting moment in space exploration as U.S. astronauts aboard Artemis II prepare for their landing tomorrow, marking another inspiring step forward in humanity’s journey beyond Earth. Congratulations to the engineers, astronauts, and mission teams whose …
Continue ReadingApril 3, 2026 Dear Neighbor: Although April Fool’s Day was this week, the Trump Administration’s recent actions on our elections are no joke. Especially in these chaotic and divisive times, defending our democracy must remain a top priority. In his …
Continue ReadingMarch 31, 2026 Washington Blade By Sam Epner Maryland’s legislative caucuses outlined their legislative priorities heading into the final weeks of the 2026 General Assembly during a joint press conference on March 24. The press conference was titled “We are …
Continue ReadingMarch 30, 2026 Montgomery Perspective By Adam Pagnucco. Few issues animate Democratic and progressive activists more than voting rights. And more than at any point since the 1960s, voting rights are under attack. President Donald Trump and his right-wing allies …
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