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The Trail Episode 15: Election Recap & Final Thoughts
The election is now over. Former President Donald Trump is now the president-elect. In this week's episode, Candace, Damian, & Don recap how election day unfolded for them. The gang also give their final thoughts about the election, discuss how Maryland can be an example for the rest of the country, and also where we go from here. Newsletter: https://centermaryland.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CenterMaryland/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/centermaryland?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/20357361/admin/dashboard/ Let us know how we did by leaving a review! This episode was produced by William Duffield
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The Trail Episode 14: One day left!
There is only one day left until election day. In this week's episode, Damian, Candace, Don give their final predictions for tomorrow. Also, Maryland Democratic Party Chair Ken Ulman returns to give his prediction, as well as talk about what the party is doing in the final days.
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The Trail Ep. 13: Eight Days Left
There are only eight days left until election day. In this weeks episode the gang gives their final thoughts on the presidential election as we head into the final week, as well as their insights on Maryland’s Senate race between Former Governor Larry Hogan and County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.
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Ep. 12: Apple Cider, Early Vote Trends, Baier Interview Recap
In this week’s episode of Center Maryland’s The Trail series, Damian, Candace and Don start by talking about Candace’s not so favorite fall drinks and foods. They then pivot to discuss early voting trends around the country and recap Vice President Kamala Harris’s interview on Fox with Bret Bair. Also, Don gives his thoughts on the Stevie Wonder concert in Baltimore as well as the Governor’s birthday party. Newsletter: https://centermaryland.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CenterMaryland/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/centermaryland?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/20357361/admin/dashboard/ Plus: Check your voter registration status and more at vote.org Let us know how we did by leaving a review! This episode was produced…
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The Trail Episode 11: Current Thoughts, Maryland Senate Debate, FEMA Lies & More
Stakes could not be higher as we are approaching 20 days away from the 2024 Presidential Election. In this week’s episode, the gang gives their current thoughts about the race, recap the Senate debate between County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Former Gov. Larry Hogan, as well as discuss Trump's FEMA lies. Newsletter: https://centermaryland.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CenterMaryland/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/centermaryland?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/20357361/admin/dashboard/ Plus: Check your voter registration status and more at vote.org Let us know how we did by leaving a review! This episode was produced by Bill Duffield
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What Does A Party Chair Do?
The gang interviews Maryland Democratic Party Chair Ken Ulman about the role of of a party chair, priorities for the upcoming election cycle, and more.
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Divine 9, Economic Proposals, and More!
In this week’s episode of Center Maryland’s The Trail, Damian, Candace and Don discuss The Baltimore Banner article, “How Black fraternities, sororities and professional groups build support for Black candidates.” They also discuss Vice President Harris’s economic proposals, and more. Read the article here: https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-power/local-government/divine-nine-kamala-harris-angela-alsobrooks-black-fraternities-and-sororities-EBEMWMKLKNEPBONGHSE2GFVMUI/
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Carville Doc Drops October 5th on CNN
County Executive Mohler and Damian O'Doherty dive into *Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid.* They explore the influence of Carville protégés Bradley Beychock, Susan McCue, and Lis Smith, and recount the history-making meeting held at Aspen's iconic Hotel Jerome. Mohler also delves into the Hogan-Alsobrooks U.S. Senate race.
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Center Maryland’s The Lobby Podcast Presents Mat Rice, Ande Kolp, and Laura Howell

This week Damian is joined by Mat Rice (People on the Go Maryland), Ande Kolp (The Arc Maryland), and Laura Howell (Maryland Association of Community Services) to talk about the These Are Our Lives action night that will be held at Maryland House of Delegates and State Capitol later tonight. The purpose of this action night is for people with disabilities to share their stories with state leaders and talk about what the impact of the proposed budget cuts would be.

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