Maryland Republican legislators have been yapping up a storm about Governor O’Malley’s budget proposal, which relies almost as much on one-time transfers as it does on cuts to achieve balance…
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What does Massachusetts Mean for Maryland?
The Republicans’ win in the Massachusetts special U.S. Senate election has upended the nation’s capital. But what does it mean for Maryland? We convened a virtual roundtable of our savviest…
It is simply amazing that with all the Democrats’ problems, RNC Chairman Michael Steele has single-handedly steered media coverage towards turmoil inside the Republican Party. No wonder GOP Congressional staffers…
You gotta love it when Michael Steele returns fire against his critics. Isn’t the job of the GOP National Chairman to go after Democrats rather than Republicans? Here’s Steele’s anti-GOP…
Republicans Implode in Western Maryland
For the moment at least, Republican Central Committees in Frederick and Washington Counties have deadlocked on which nominee will replace Delegate Rick Weldon (I-3B), who is stepping down to become…
Can Ehrlich Defeat O’Malley? Part Five
How would a 2010 matchup between former Governor Bob Ehrlich and current Governor Martin O’Malley play out? Our prediction is that it will look like the 2002 and 2006 races…
Can Ehrlich Defeat O’Malley? Part Four
Bob Ehrlich became Governor in 2002 partly because of good Republican turnout, support from independent voters and a monetary advantage. But there were other reasons for his win.Unpopular Incumbent Parris…
Can Ehrlich Defeat O’Malley? Part Three
Bob Ehrlich became Governor in 2002 for a variety of factors. Let’s see if those factors are equally valid today to see if he can win again.Republican Registration and Turnout…
Can Ehrlich Defeat O’Malley? Part Two
Over the last six election cycles, Democrats have slightly grown their registration edge over Republicans. But turnout paints a more complicated story.Here are voter registrations by party on general election…
Can Ehrlich Defeat O’Malley? Part One
All of the questions over whether former Republican Governor Bob Ehrlich will seek a rematch with the man who beat him, current Democratic Governor Martin O’Malley, ultimately boil down to…