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Andy Ellis Demands Four-Way Governor Debate, Accidentally Invents Maryland Political Battle Royale

Maryland gubernatorial candidate Andy Ellis criticized Dan Cox for avoiding debates with all four candidates, claiming it reveals fears of a chaotic political environment. Ellis accused Cox and Wes Moore of maintaining the flawed two-party system and suggested a dramatic new debate format. Maryland voters amusingly contemplated leaving the state amid the debate chaos. Continue reading Andy Ellis Demands Four-Way Governor Debate, Accidentally Invents Maryland Political Battle Royale

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Prince George’s Schools Announce Bus Problems Will Improve As Soon As They Locate the Buses

Prince George’s County Public Schools has assured families that transportation issues will improve this year, with 95% staffing and almost 1,000 buses set to operate daily. Parents now have a bus-tracking app called Chipmunk, which aims to alleviate concerns about bus delays and missed pickups, although skepticism remains among some parents. Continue reading Prince George’s Schools Announce Bus Problems Will Improve As Soon As They Locate the Buses

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Montgomery County Announces Bold New Education Plan: Simply Hope September Gets Colder

Montgomery County Public Schools warned that old HVAC systems may struggle during the heat, raising concerns for classrooms. County Executive candidate Esther Wells criticized Councilmember Will Jawando for insufficiently addressing these issues, suggesting reallocating funds. Despite billions in school spending, officials emphasize that the heat warning won’t lead to closures. Continue reading Montgomery County Announces Bold New Education Plan: Simply Hope September Gets Colder

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Maryland Candidate Walks 186 Miles, Accidentally Becomes State’s Most Successful Transportation Project

Fitzgerald Mofor’s campaign has walked more than 186 miles and knocked nearly 10,000 doors, making one man with sneakers look suspiciously more efficient than Maryland transportation bureaucracy. Continue reading Maryland Candidate Walks 186 Miles, Accidentally Becomes State’s Most Successful Transportation Project

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Wes Moore Posts “ICYMI,” Maryland Residents Unfortunately Did Not Miss It

Wes Moore posted another “ICYMI” clip from a festival stage, so naturally Maryland residents were reminded that the governor remains undefeated in finding microphones, cameras, and inspirational nouns. Continue reading Wes Moore Posts “ICYMI,” Maryland Residents Unfortunately Did Not Miss It

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Wes Moore Takes Break From Governing Maryland to Moderate Florida Twitter Fight

Wes Moore found time to referee a Florida Twitter fight involving Laura Loomer and Angie Nixon. Maryland residents, meanwhile, are still holding for utility relief, better roads, lower costs and occasional gubernatorial attention. Continue reading Wes Moore Takes Break From Governing Maryland to Moderate Florida Twitter Fight

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Chris Van Hollen and Jamie Raskin Allegedly Discover Socialism’s Final Boss: Stealing the Poor Man’s Beer

Chris Van Hollen and Jamie Raskin head to California to teach socialists how redistribution works and, in The Canton Cat’s completely fictional account, accidentally steal 34,000 cans of the working man’s beer. The proletariat is not amused. Continue reading Chris Van Hollen and Jamie Raskin Allegedly Discover Socialism’s Final Boss: Stealing the Poor Man’s Beer

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Abdul El-Sayed Launches Senate Campaign’s First Hostage-Video Aesthetic, Staffers Asked to Blink Twice

Abdul El-Sayed wanted a heartfelt campaign moment. The internet saw a nervous supporter reading notes while politicians hovered nearby and immediately started making hostage-video jokes. Somewhere, a consultant is asking for one more take. Continue reading Abdul El-Sayed Launches Senate Campaign’s First Hostage-Video Aesthetic, Staffers Asked to Blink Twice

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