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.
Getting vaccines to Americans as quickly as possible is how we defeat this pandemic
Our military can play a decisive role in this effort. Commander in Chief Biden is doing what’s right and mobilizing all of government to tackle this challenge and complete this critical mission
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CBS News has learned that FEMA, which is about to set up as many as 100 vaccination sites nationwide, has now approached the Defense Department to ask for up to 10,000 service members’ help in administering doses of the critical vaccines.
Wonderful news for Maryland veterans: Charlotte Hall Veterans Home has received a specialized PPE sterilization “Hot Box” unit that was custom-built by Southern Maryland entrepreneurs and manufacturers and donated by @SMCHD_gov. #MarylandUnites
our Health Department will follow up with you at least a week in advance with a link and instructions on how to schedule your appointment. Our Health Department will ensure that everyone who receives a first dose at one of our County clinics is able to receive a second dose.(2/3)
COVID-19 Vaccine Update: We understand that there continue to be concerns about individuals not being able to schedule second dose vaccine appointments. If you have received your first dose and have not been able to schedule an appointment for your second dose...(1/3)
Today, I reintroduced the #KeepOurPACT Act to fulfill our promise to fund Title I and IDEA. Last year alone, the Title I program was shortchanged by over $29 billion and IDEA was underfunded by over $23 billion. We must keep our commitments to our students and schools.
57 years ago, the 24th Amendment was ratified, abolishing the poll tax & removing a barrier to the ballot for millions.
Now, it’s time for Congress to pass #HR1 & further protect the sacred right to vote. Let's strengthen our democracy by making voting even more accessible.
Blanquita, our local treasure, devoted her life mission to helping others and ensuring the safety of County residents through community trust and media relations.
Catherine and I extend our deepest condolences to her children, Jason, Lizzie, and Rachel, her grandchildren Mati and Noah, and her husband, Tony on this devastating loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time, may Blanquita rest in eternal peace.
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