Maryland lobby rules tighten as new bills loom in 2001
Editorial notes Oct 1 lobbyist reporting thresholds of 1000 dollars and accumulating 5000 dollars, plus a push for broader bans. The Study Commission on Lobbyist Ethics will report later this month, with 15 proposed prohibitions including bell ringing. Anticipates lively debate in the upcoming General Assembly.
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Annapolis
Study Commission On Lobbyist Ethics
Poll Tracking Accuracy Questioned In Presidential Race
The piece critiques daily tracking polls from Gallup Reuters NBC CNN USA Today and Zogby arguing biased samples and methodological flaws. It notes wild daily swings in Bush Gore results and questions the credibility of pollsters amid partisan framing and assumed Democrat leanings.
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Bush
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Se Pees Recan
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Zogby
Republi
Congress
NBC News
Washington Post
ABC News
New York
Aes
Inaugural Maryland Midland Freight Train Ride Draws Officials
J. Glenn Beall of the Sixth District announced funding to pass the judge's stand in front of city hall. A Maryland Midland freight train inauguration linked Walkersville and Taneytown, with 17 miles of line as state officials and shippers rode two passenger cars. The 76th American Dairy Goat Association convention gathered in Frederick at the Sheraton Inn, drawing attendees from across the U S and abroad. Joe Ostman exhibited art in the Frederick Community College President's Office Gallery. he teaches at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School FCC and other programs.
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Walkerville
Taneytown
National Railway Society
Baltimore
American Dairy Goat Association
Sheraton Inn
Frederick
United States
Thevorld
Joe Ostman
Frederick Community College
Mr. Ostman
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
FCC
University of Maryland Extension Service
Department of Education
Buckeystown Farmers Fight Greenbelt Plan
Richard C. Renn of Buckeystown appeals to preserve farmland and oppose the Adamstown Regional Plan designation of greenbelt or open space. He laments lack of notice and argues the land has existed as a farm predating the town era and should not be seized as part of a town plan.
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Buckeystown
Spreenway
Teer Eote
Teal Garet Eon Pereas
Adamstown
Asaarm
Buckeytown
Seeree
Teacher seeks chance to work in Frederick County
A longtime educator describes four years of job hunting in Frederick County citing repeated demands for more experience or courses. Despite a Masters De ioe yas to lave pre school bres moy three children she taught preschool for a year and substituted in the county. She argues her parental and classroom experience makes her a strong candidate and asks for a chance with Elaine Skovira in Walkersville.
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Frederick County
Tax the tourists, stop gouging residents says county
A letter from Lawrence Salzman of Frederick urges county commissioners to end separate restaurant taxes and to tax tourists instead to fund local services, arguing residents already overburdened and that the county needs new revenue streams.
Lawsuit Over Urbana High Band Practice Time
The article notes a dispute about the Urbana High marching band schedule and practice time. It discusses the band’s role in students grades and the belief that structured rehearsal can provide positive influence amid broader youth concerns.
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Urbana
5 Dumb
Voice for Kids responds to 2000 Voter's Guide BOE focus
Terry Fisher notes VFK, a Frederick County coalition, endorses no BOE candidates and distributed the 2000 Voter's Guide to libraries statewide. The letter argues for children’s well being, mentor roles, and school volunteering while names Linda Naylor Jonney Tim Gallagher as voters’ choices.
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Voice For Kids
Board of Education
BOE
VFK
Frederick
Children In Fire
Board of
Hon
Frederick County
Voice
Office For Children
Focus on the significant in the school board election
A letter to the editor argues voters should focus on significant differences among candidates in education management and leadership. It references Christian Coalition responses, urges avoiding culture war fights, and endorses Al Gore with supporters Keith and Kelly Scott citing education, economy, and social policy.
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Supreme Court
Saeay
Candidates Named Naylor Ashbury and Gallagher Debate School Board
A discussion about the school board race focuses on endorsements by parties or groups and the role of education standards. The author questions accountability for teachers, school choice, and the impact of teachers unions on class size and student outcomes.
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Eoders
Gore Gon On every issue Al Gore has been fighting for us
Action oriented note praising Al Gore's consistent advocacy across issues, highlighting dedication and public service. The message emphasizes steadfast effort and a call to support Gore’s policy positions and leadership. A representative, generic political endorsement.
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al Gore
Gore era claims and Bush tax site critique by John Laughland
John Laughland argues against Albert Gore Jr in a 1992 public critique noting Gore's repeated economy statements and impeachment praise for Clinton. He cites a Bush administration tax calculator to claim definitions of rich depend on political framing and urges scrutiny of Gore's proposals.
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Albert Gore Junior
America
Gore
Bill Clinton
Bill
Bush
Albert Gore
Downtown condos market eyed for revitalization
Grace Hallenbeck notes the eSpaper rewind mentions downtown residential space but observes a predominance of apartments. She urges condo development at Car In addition and the Mack Jay’s site north of 3rd Street, predicting strong sales if market and ownership spur renewal downtown.
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Ick
Mack Jay
3Rd Street
Letters to the Editor Guidance at Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites letters to the editor and explains submission options via mail to the editor at 200 E. Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or by fax and email. It warns that due to volume submissions may be rejected or delayed and notes some letters are not published.
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Frederick
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