Maryland Governor Schaefer’s confrontational style draws heat
John Harwood profiles William Donald Schaefer of Maryland, an aggressive governor whose “in-your-face” approach shocks colleagues and the press. Once lauded as “The Best Mayor in America,” he battles with legislators, challenges critics directly, and confronts constituents, while his popularity and agenda crumble amid a sluggish economy and party infighting.
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Alan L Keyes On Michael Landon And Family Faith
Alan L Keyes writes about Michael Landon facing inoperable cancer. He praises Landon’s family centered TV work from Bonanza to Little House on the Prairie and Highway to Heaven, noting the actor’s impact on viewers and themes of love, trust, and faith. Keyes recalls Landon’s portrayal of enduring courage and hopes for his recovery. He notes Keyes’ background as former U.S. official and Scripps Howard News Service distributed piece.
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Clemency for battered women sparks Maryland debate
Sue Shifflett notes Gov Schaefer granted clemency to eight Maryland women who killed or assaulted abusers, citing self defense amid severe ongoing abuse. Task Force report and interviews shaped decisions, but critics claim the process was not fully supported by available evidence.
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