At this moment, 50% of all entries to the blog are direct visits to the story about Brian Johnson’s arrest warrant. That post will unquestionably go down as one of…
Education
Brian Johnson, President of Montgomery College, is wanted for arrest in Arizona for failure to pay $12,000 in child support.Before coming to Montgomery College in January 2007, Johnson worked at…
The Economic Engine of Maryland, Part Eight
This series has easily been the most ambitious collection of essays we have ever attempted on Maryland Politics Watch. And all of our data points to one conclusion: the economic…
The Economic Engine of Maryland, Part Seven
Montgomery County, the economic engine of Maryland, depends on its public schools to compete with Fairfax County. How much does the state contribute to Montgomery’s schools?In absolute terms, the state…
The Economic Engine of Maryland, Part Six
How important are Montgomery County’s schools to the county’s economy? We asked some of our local leaders and here is what they said.Valerie ErvinCounty Council Member, Chair of the Council’s…
The Economic Engine of Maryland, Part Five
Montgomery County and Fairfax County, the economic engines of their respective states, have much in common. One characteristic they share is excellent schools.Residents of Montgomery and Fairfax are virtually obsessed…
Sectarian Conflict, Maryland Style
We like arguing with Baltimore Sun transportation reporter Michael Dresser. He’s an honest, vigorous advocate for his city and his region. Posing as his alter-ego, “Baltimore Guy,” Dresser wrote a…
Apocalyptic Budget Memo: MoCo Edition
Following is the text of a memo on the budget written by County Executive Ike Leggett to the County Council. He estimates a $370 million budget deficit for FY 2011…
As we revealed last week, County Executive Ike Leggett is requesting county funding to augment a federal grant for the purchase of two police helicopters. The County Council is considering…
Board of Education Statement on Blair Ewing
Following is the press release from the Board of Education.Board President Issues Statement Honoring the Legacy of Blair EwingJune 30, 2009 STATEMENT OF BOARD PRESIDENT SHIRLEY BRANDMAN ON THE PASSING…