Voter concerns drive Frederick election coverage
Jennifer P. Dougherty argues that political coverage should inform voters about candidate platforms, not gossip. She profiles incumbents Fran Baker and Sally Murphy, notes diverse challengers including Willie Mahone and Meta Nash, and urges reporters to focus on issues, record, and plans for Frederick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fran Baker
Sally Murphy
Mrs. Baker
Magaha
Meachum
Joe Baldi
Jim Grimes
Board of Aldermen
Baldi
Meta Nash Deserved Win Based on Strength Not Sly Appearances
Pierre Crosson Meachum mocks Meta Nash in a column, yet Nash’s primary success stems from visible support, calm discourse, public service, and hard work in Frederick. She has long studied city issues, knocked on doors, and shown leadership, not mere appearance.
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Greg Carey
Frederick
Alan Imhoff
Meta Nash
Nash
Meachum
Historic District Commission
Wishy-washy
Jmeachum
Jim Grimes Repudiating the KKK Remarks at Frederick forum
Jim Grimes, a Republican mayoral candidate in Frederick City, condemns KKK ties and calls for unity. He explains a derailed derby decision, outlines plans for a Citizens' Advisory Commission, stronger public safety, economic opportunity, unfinished projects, and improved government services, urging community support.
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KKK
Gary
NAACP
Concerned Citizens For Racial Justice
The
Peace Resource Center
Frederick
Carroll Creek
Linear Park
East Street
Jim Grimes
Frederick City
Scholars of Frederick need better informed votes
Shelley E. Weinberg writes from Frederick calling for improved voter knowledge. She recounts reading papers, listening to media, and discussing issues, and she laments lack of issue driven campaigns, crime coverage, and candidates providing clear information before the mayoral election. She urges citizens to demand plans, engage, and educate others.
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Washington
Frederick
Sian
Mr. Kafka
Groen
Fredericks-Pass
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Jennifer Dougherty
Roy Meachum
Frederick Fair
Mr. Meachum
Kreissig
Michael Williams
Planning Commission
Brooks Brothers
Armani
Pat Riley
Liz Claiborne
Adolfo
Jennifer P. Dougherty
Pierre Crosson
Alderman
Meacham
Willie Mahone
Pierre Crossan
Klan
Tam
Citizens’ Advisory Commission
Shelley Weinberg
Frederick Linno
Shelley E. Weinberg
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