Charter opinions on Frederick County government change
Frederick County residents debate charter in the Opinion section. The piece argues charter will not drastically alter basic services such as police fire education roads or garbage collection. It emphasizes that good governance depends on the people elected, whether under commissioners or charter systems, and questions perceived cost and document quality.
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Frederick County
Charter
Wil Diariel
Maryland
Congress Defies Bush on Gun Bill Amid Mass Shootings
A contentious vote in Congress rejected a provision banning 13 assault style weapons and 17‑pound clips, while President Bush defended inaction. The author labels lawmakers as criminals cowards and weirdos, arguing political fear and NRA power hinder gun control despite recent mass shootings.
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America
Congress
House of Representatives
NRA
Is National Health Care Nearing a Light for All
A sweeping critical view of U S health care policy notes millions lack insurance while Congress enjoys in house medical staff an ambulance and perks. Reform debates hinge on socialized policies with heavy industry lobbying and payoffs. The piece cites a Capitol staffer’s death after ambulance delays and details push for reforms and accountability.
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Capitol Hill
Senate
House
Inhouse
Capitol
Congress
Congressional
Bethesda Naval Hospital
East Coast gasoline limits lifted after Ickes statement
Report notes the lifting of gasoline, rationing, and station curfew in the East Coast as Interior Secretary Harold L. Ickes announced the British were returning borrowed U.S. taskers. The item also covers local wildlife activity, a convict recapture in Virginia, a CROP Walk fundraiser, a dog show at Frederick Fairgrounds, and veterans day tributes by Marine veterans group.
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Inchad
U.S
Harold L. Ickes
B&o Canal
Mount Pleasant
Frederick Fairgrounds
Mary Seaman
Monrovia
Mverble Duar HU
Kiwanis Club
Mr. Grunwell
Robert Mehaffie
Frederick
Separation of powers is our hope for charter government
Frederick County readers urged to vote Nov 5 for home rule as the path to self determination and accountable governance. Excerpts from The Washington Post discuss the balance of power between executive and legislative branches, noting creative tension and the gain in public confidence from a more representative system.
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Frederick County
District of Columbia
Washington Post
Sharon Pratt Dixon
Council
John A. Wilson
Sharon Pratt Dizon
J. Anita Stup
Questions raised on charter interpretations in Maryland counties
Commentary notes by Charles B. Luttrell discuss charter versus non charter counties in Maryland. The piece critiques his claims, correcting incorrect counts of charter counties and population-based comparisons.
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Charles B. Luttrell
Maryland
Charter counties debate and Thomas nomination anger readers
Letters from readers attack Maryland home rule and the proposed county executive, noting Worcester is not charter and Howard County has no incorporated towns. They warn elected executives threaten education and taxpayers. Another letter condemns the Clarence Thomas confirmation process as liberal smear and corruption, praising Thomas as honest and questioning the motives of supporters.
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Worcester
Ocean City
Howard County
Maryland
United States
Frederick County
Frederick County Vote on Nov 5 A Critical Choice
A call to Frederick County residents to participate in the November 5 election. The piece argues only 61 percent of adults are registered and warns that about a third may decide the county's long term governance between charter and commissioners, urging informed voting and civic action.
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Frederick County
Apology to Gov Schaefer From Thurmont Clergyman
The Rev Kenneth C Hamrick of Thurmont United Methodist Church writes an apology to Governor William Donald Schaefer. He recalls voting for him, inviting him to worship, and admits writing critical letters about finances but asks if Jesus would have written them. He urges prayer for Schaefer and legislators to solve Maryland’s financial morass and notes the invitation to worship remains.
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Congress
Charles Bennett
D-Fla
Charles Grassley
Grassley
Scott Sleek
United States
Soviet Union
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CIA
William Donald Schaefer
Baltimore
Jesus
Schaefer
Kenneth C. Hamrick
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