Frederick County Delegation Eyes Unified Push For New Legislature
The eight member Frederick County delegation led by Chairman John Derr faces a high turnover with more than 80 fresh lawmakers and a new governor. The group must build consensus among six delegates and one senator, manage previous tensions with Del. Anita Stup, and leverage lone Democrat Sue Hecht for influence in Annapolis as they press a county wish list in the 90 day session opening in January.
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General Assembly
John Derr
Parris Glendening
William Donald Schaefer
Frederick County
James “Doc” McClellan
Derr
After Election Call for Resignations for County Appointees
Mick Mastrino urges Frederick County leaders to consider forcing resignations of appointed department heads at term start. He argues non-merit, curt staff hinder service and proposes a probationary reappointment system and rotating ex-officio duties to improve governance. He warns the new Republican majority to act to satisfy voters.
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Frederick County
Board of County Commissioners
Bruce Reeder
Mark Hoke and Company
Mick] Mastrino
Frederick
Thompson praised as rising star after Senate briefing
The smooth talking actor Thompson, famed for his Tennessee voice and calm Senate Watergate work, was chosen to give the Republican response to Clinton's tax cut speech. His performance drew comparisons to Reagan and sparked talk of a future in politics as he moves from film success to public prominence.
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Red Thompson
Tennessee
Senate
Clinton
Ronald Reagan
Senate Watergate Committee
Howard Baker
Thompson
Capitol Hill
Thomasson mirrors Reagan in Senate bid fate and flair
Dan Thomasson, editor of Scripps Howard News Service, described as a relaxed talent who could cross Hollywood and Washington, runs for the Senate with a mix of charm and practical savvy. Observers compare his communication style to Ronald Reagan as Senate figures credit Bob Dole for steering the move.
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Thompson
Alexander Butterfield
Nixon White House
Senate
Bob Dole
White House
Ronald Reagan
Fred Thompson
Dan Thomasson
Scripps Howard News Service
Wake up call on child drugging fuels debate
Elaine M. Reinhold denounces ADHD drug treatment as a new form of cultural control by psychiatry. She argues it shifts blame from parenting to genetics, prompts drugging children for behavioral problems, and profits for drugmakers, urging American wakefulness.
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Uss
America
Frederick County Braces For Snow And Holiday Activity
Snow from overnight storms coated Frederick County with one to three inches as eleven state plow crews cleared roads. Federal jobs program proposed by Beall would invest four billion dollars to create up to 530000 jobs nationwide. Emmitsburg planning panel weighs safeguards against tourist influx and commercial blight along Steinweir Avenue near Gettysburg.
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Frederick County
State Roads Commission
Works Programs Administration
U.S. Senate
Sen. J. Glenn Beall Jr
R. Md
Congress
Emmitsburg
Records Correct Misconceptions On Handicapped Parking
A reader correction clarifies disabled parking rules as stated in the DMV form. The note disputes the Frederick city parking chief’s meter rule and cites unlimited duration in restricted zones, no meter fees, double time in meter spaces, and access to handicapped designated spaces, while praising cooperation with the City Streets and Sanitation Committee to increase fines amid abuse concerns.
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Frederick
Frederick City
Steve Johnson
City Streets and Sanitation Committee
Jon Kreissig
Letters on reporting violations and local ethics concerns
Residents urge reporting of violations and proper DMV verification of IDs, urging fair treatment for handicapped workers. They critique Dick Kessler and consider actions for Frederick County growth and a possible special election about Mr Rhoderick, ethics board edits, or new appointments.
Ethics decision on Rhoderick seat raised by reader
A reader questions the Board of Ethics ruling allowing Terre Roy Rhoderick to serve as county commissioner despite a pledge not to vote in certain cases. Concerns include potential conflicts with his employer Harris Smariga and Association, how a tie would be handled, and whether delaying votes wastes time and money.
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Dick Kessler
Carroll Creek Commission
King’s Fine Men's Wear
Kessler
Board of Ethics
Terre Roy Rhoderick
Rhoderick
Harris, Smariga and Association
Sauerbrey Drives Dec 27 Challenge To Maryland Vote
Michael T. Dwyer Sr. of Thurmont urges action on Ellen Sauerbrey’s bid to contest Maryland governor race results. He notes Dec. 27 deadline for challenging votes as volunteers review records amid claims of political obstruction.
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Ellen Sauerbrey
Sauerbrey
Maryland
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone for verification. Contact details include The Frederick News-Post 200 Patrick St Frederick MI 21705 or telefax 662 8299.
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Frederick News-Post
Alsohio
Frederick News Post
Patrick
P.O
Frederick
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