For the next few weeks, Center Maryland's Karson Kamenetz will be hosting interviews with numerous elected officials and community leaders across the state. Today, Karson sits down with Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka from the county's second district. Together, they talk about the Councilman's legislative priorities, a bill prevented landlords from raising rent during the pandemic, and his advice to those entering the political scene.
Karson Kamenetz with Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski
For the past few months, Center Maryland's Karson Kamenetz has been sitting down with elected officials across the state to discuss current events, their policy platforms, and what sparked their interest in Maryland politics. In today's virtual conversation, Karson is joined by Baltimore County Executive John "Johnny O" Olszewski to talk about his governing priorities, the overarching goal of a transparent government, and the county's COVID-19 response. Join Karson in this conversation with the leader of Baltimore County politics.
Karson Kamenetz with Councilmember Leon F. Pinkett III
For the next few weeks, Center Maryland's Karson Kamenetz will be hosting interviews with Maryland's elected officials and community leaders. In today's virtual discussion, Karson sits down with Baltimore City Councilman Leon Pinkett from the city's 7th district. Together, they discuss the Councilman's ideas pertaining to Baltimore's education system, police reform in the city, and his advice to those seeking to serve in their communities. Join us for a meaningful conversation with one of Baltimore's most prominent legislatures.
State Officials Explore Ways to Remedy Learning Loss as Public School Enrollment Declines
Maryland’s public schools saw a 3% decline in enrollment during the first quarter this year, as exposure to the coronavirus continues to keep most students and teachers at home. Now, state education officials are grappling with how to deal with Read More
Join us for the inaugural edition of The Lobby- a recreation of the room where it all happens, suitable for today's environment. For our first episode, we invited Keiffer Jackson Mitchell Jr., Chief Legislative Officer for the Office of Governor Larry Hogan, and Delora Sanchez Ifekauche, Esq, Principal at Cornerstone Government Affairs to get their sense of the state of play in Maryland politics, a reading on the legacy of Maryland Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. Mike Miller, and the top three issues to watch this session.
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Ep. 1: The Room Where It Happened with Delora Sanchez Ifekauche and Keiffer Mitchell Jr.
A través del programa del Condado Stand Up & Deliver, el Condado de Prince George distribuirá comestibles para llevar a varios lugares 01/30 10AM. #PGCCOVID19 #ProudtoProvide #Beltsville #Adelphi #Calverton #CollegePark #Laurel #Montpelier #SouthLaurel #WestLaurel #Vansville
Through the County’s Stand Up & Deliver program, Prince George’s County will be distributing groceries to go at various locations on 01/30 at 10AM. #PGCCOVID19 #ProudtoProvide #Beltsville #Adelphi #Calverton #CollegePark #Laurel #Montpelier #SouthLaurel #WestLaurel #Vansville
The fight to revive democracy has only just begun-/ Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.), “this moment
might be our last opportunity to shore up US democracy &
prevent it from sliding further into a state of chaos, dysfunction,
and billionaire-fueled minority rule.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/01/26/fight-revive-democracy-has-only-just-begun/?tid=ss_tw
Privately owned prisons create sickening incentives for financial interests to lobby to pass and maintain unjust laws that result in mass incarceration. Glad to see Biden stopping this practice. We must reform our criminal justice system not allow corporations to profit from it.
Every winter, the Maryland Natural Resources Police officers and first responders rescue people who have fallen through the ice. If you decide to venture out, please make sure to adhere to the following tips:
I’m grateful for the members of the Maryland National Guard serving at the U.S. Capitol to help protect the home of our democracy. I had a chance to thank some of them in-person for their service during these challenging times. Their work is appreciated.
Maryland’s vaccine distribution system ranks the 6th worst in the nation, and early data shows vaccines are not being given equitably. After our call with Maryland’s Sec. of Health, we’re asking the State to implement a more transparent and robust system. https://www.vanhollen.senate.gov/news/press-releases/maryland-delegation-members-urge-state-to-ramp-up-covid-19-vaccine-distribution-efforts-ensure-equitable-access
Today, @POTUS Biden outlines plan to increase vaccine supply and distribution. More supply up to 10M a week, a 3 week forecast for states/cities/tribes. @wusa9
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