Maryland MSPAP controversy prompts eye opening column
The charman of the state appointed content review panel argues MSPAP results show students learn little substance in school. He claims knowledge for the tests is taught on the spot just prior to testing and accuses Maryland policy of teachers teaching to the test.
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Charman
Maryland
Editorial on MSPAP flaws and test culture in Maryland
The Baltimore Sun editorial critiques MSPAP testing errors and a lax grading panel. It notes miskeyed questions, misidentified historical facts, and top scores with spelling issues. The piece questions the test’s utility, cites Maryland eighth graders’ low reading scores, and argues teachers are pressured to teach to the test rather than focus on learning. It also points to political blame shifting by Annapolis officials who ordered the MSPAP tests.
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Mahatma Gandhi
Virginia
Bil Evers
Stanford University
Hoover Institution
Baltimore Sun
Department of Education
MSPA
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Frederick County
Annapolis
Clinton era fuels lasting fascination and mixed views
A long portrait of Hillary Rodham Clinton, her rise from first lady to New York senator, and the mixed public reaction. The piece notes support and scrutiny, mentions Laura Bush, Strom Thurmond, and Trent Lott, and cites Gallup polls on admiration and approval ratings for Clinton and Bill Clinton.
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Senate Chamber
Trent Lott
Strom Thurmond
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Hillary Clinton
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Bill
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Arkansas
Little Rock
New York
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Madison Square Garden
Billy Joel
Toni Morrison
Paul Newman
Joanne Woodward
Jessye Norman
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Clintons
Washington
Clinton
Thier Cion
Bill Clinton
John Paul II
Gallup
Senate
Maryland Senate president seeks Camp Ritchie transfer approval
A Maryland Senate president called for approval of transferring Camp Ritchie from a federal to state role. The historic site was once a World War I militia training camp and later repurposed in federal use before current deliberations.
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Senate
Ritchie
Natinal Yard
Eereer Denton
Letters discuss historic street naming at Camp Detrick
Barbara Sellers laments naming practices at Fort Detrick with references to 1943 Porter Street and ARs on commemorative streets. She questions administrative changes under Grimes and calls for a house cleaning while noting the ties to landlord roles and bio R D programs.
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Letter on Grimes Boulevard name sparks local debate
George W. Wilhide of Sabillasville objects to naming Monocacy Boulevard after a living figure Alder Blaine Young argues the opposite stance. The exchange frames a broader political rhetoric about monuments to active politicians and the political costs of public naming.
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Blaine Young
Grimes Boulevard
Roy Meachum column targets GOP and intra party fights
The letter outlines Roy Meachum and other conservatives criticizing Republican leaders and party tactics in 2008. It references intra party clashes over taxes and road and school funding, naming delegates Snodgrass Hecht and others while accusing a fellow columnist of pushing a partisan agenda. The piece critiques leadership and calls for new, independent figures.
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Republic Louise
Frederick Ou
Oaks Tate
Aga
Hecht
Deegate Snodgrass
Sue Hecht
Snodgrass
Dent
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Wwe Oaks
Corporate ag issues framed by corporate interests
The text criticizes agriculture policy as dominated by corporate actors with no consumer, small farmer, or environmental advocacy. References to Bush announcements and agribusiness funding suggest a critique of policy structure and its social impact. Speaker identifies Frank Pascua as the source or commentator.
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Bush
Coperekkgerdis
Time to Clean House at Frederick City Hall
A fragmented article notes calls to overhaul Frederick City Hall leadership with references to a resident letter and past discussions. It mentions Grimes Boulevard and a series of unclear names and dates, signaling local political tension and potential personnel changes.
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Yield or don't yield at Sheetz light on Rosemont
Julie Morris writes that Sheetz traffic is tangled at the Rosemont exit with a green light but no left-turn arrow. She argues drivers going straight into Sheetz from Wilson may have right of way, urging caution and yielding when unsure. The letter calls for clearer traffic control to prevent confusion.
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Sheeta
Rosemont
Wilson
TOM LOFFT hailed from New Market in local event
Local item notes TOM LOFFT of New Market in a community moment. The report highlights his involvement and ties to the area, reflecting ongoing local interest.
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Tom Lofft
New Market
Letters to the Editor at Frederick News-Post
Readers are urged to submit letters to the editor to The Frederick News-Post via postal mail or email. The page notes high letter volume and limited publication, while inviting diverse community voices and addressing local issues and concerns.
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