From Chris Ollo: Wayne approached us and offered his insights and help in our efforts to make MCAD a park (at the County Council, where else!). He was a fund…
A Tribute to Wayne Goldstein
By Cary Lamari. When I turned on my computer yesterday I was in shock. Wayne Goldstein, my dear friend and colleague, had passed away, suddenly and with no warning. He…
Ike Leggett on Wayne Goldstein
Following is the statement from the County Executive.Statement by County Executive Isiah Leggett on the Passing of Wayne Goldstein April 28, 2009 “I am deeply saddened by the untimely passing…
Just as we did last year, MPW presents our exclusive analysis of the precinct breakouts for the special election.In terms of total margin, this election was closer than last year’s….
Wanted: Darth Vader
County Executive Ike Leggett is on the verge of losing control of the volatile disability issue. But that is just one symptom of his growing problem. While Leggett is still…
The Great Civic Grand-daddy
Yesterday, Montgomery County lost a great champion of the little guy: former Civic Federation President Wayne Goldstein. Today, I pay homage to one of my heroes. The first time I…
On Political Pulse
Congressman Chris Van Hollen will be on “Political Pulse” on Channel 16 TV in Montgomery County on Tuesday, April 28th at 9:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 30th at 9:00 p.m.Topics…
Kramer Picks Up 2 Votes on Provisionals
The Montgomery County Board of Elections reviewed 86 provisional ballots today. 36 Democratic votes were ruled valid. Of those votes, 16 went to Ben Kramer, 14 went to Nancy Navarro,…
How State Budget Cuts Hit MoCo
Here’s the latest on how much Montgomery County will suffer because of state budget cuts.Total state aid is up 3.1%. Education did well (up 9.9%) because of federal funds and…
The Washington Post’s Boy King
Former CBS anchor Walter Cronkite was once called “the voice of God.” And for some people, that’s how the Washington Post editorial page appears. After all, there’s the elegant masthead…