Election board changes in Frederick County after flawed polls
Voters faced long lines and limited updates as Frederick County election operations drew heavy criticism. Overcrowding and lost registrations from the Great Frederick Fair harmed participation, while overvotes and delayed district totals marred the count. Calls rise for improved polling access, ballot design, and higher election office visibility and efficiency before the next election.
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Frederick election night reflections and surprises
Columnist reviews a Maryland election night, noting unexpected outcomes in the U S Senate and presidential races, and a shift toward Bush. It discusses abortion ballot questions, the Sixth District race involving Hattery and Bartlett, and the year of the woman impacting Frederick.
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Baltimore) Sun
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Beverly) Byron
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Postmaster general eyes dramatic USPS overhaul and morale fears
Washington reports that Marvin Runyon has launched a sweeping plan to trim 30 000 management jobs, close over 50 regional offices, and speed up changes across the Postal Service. Critics warn rapid moves fuel anger and possible violence while supporters say bold reforms are needed for competitiveness.
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Ed Henry
Frederick area robberies point to professional tire thieves
A string of robberies in Frederick linked to newly and nearly new tires suggests professional theft rings rather than amateurs. Officials say cases are being investigated, with police noting only that they are working on them while withholding details. A separate incident describes an officer chasing a skunk during an unrelated encounter near Park Avenue and Bentz Street. County jail inmate escapes after arrival at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Commissioners certify Frederick Community Action Agency as housing counseling provider. Fort Detrick probe: germ warfare research questions arise, with an official tour planned later in November.
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Frederick Memorial Hospital
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John Hanson
Call to Replace Paid Referees in County Soccer
A reader urges the county to cut costs by using volunteer referees for all county boys and girls soccer games. They argue officiating quality has declined, fans agree, and money could be saved though state rules may block changes. The note calls for evaluating and improving the current system while recognizing competent officials.
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Board of Education
Pro-Life Label Clash Over Death Penalty Views
The writer argues against Tim Wolfe and others who claim to be pro-life while supporting executions. They challenge how someone can oppose unnecessary death yet back capital punishment, war, and famine, accusing some proponents of hypocrisy.
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Letters on religion and politics warn against fundamentalism
The author argues religion goes beyond politics and warns that partial truths can be more dangerous than lies. He condemns distortion of faith to fit political aims and stresses humility and respect for others as essential when interpreting religious texts.
Schaefer Answers Questions and Poses New Ones
Maryland Governor William Donald Schaefer defends staff cuts and the prevailing wage program while challenging critics. He lists five questions for State Auditor Ahab about job creation at State Farm in Frederick, school construction funding, business loans, major transportation projects, and crime cost controls. He argues about state help for Frederick County and urges bipartisan focus on jobs, crime prevention, health, education, and environment.
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Furstz
Ahab
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When medical world speaks on abortion
A reader letters column praises doctors who finally spoke on abortion on Oct 31. The writer urges female discipline and argues most pregnancies could be avoided with accessible birth control, noting public funding should not be used.
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