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Will Wes Moore resist the siren’s song of national politics? | COMMENTARY
Maryland's charismatic new leader has the star power to command a national audience. But if he wants to be an effective governor, he needs to keep his focus local.
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Raising cancer awareness in Maryland a vital part of Larry Hogan’s legacy | COMMENTARY
The outgoing governor's public grappling with cancer, including his efforts to seek diagnosis and treatment, has been a life lesson to all Marylanders.
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We still have much to learn from the wisdom of Martin Luther King Jr. | COMMENTARY
Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the country’s great orators, writers and thinkers, and his words continue to shape American views on equity, justice and moral purpose today, nearly a quarter century after the Black civil rights leader was fatally shot on a motel balcony in Memphis, Tennessee.
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The Baltimore Sun needs nominations: Who should join our 2023 Business and Civic Hall of Fame? | COMMENTARY
We’re looking for our eighth group of extraordinary individuals to induct into The Baltimore Sun’s Business and Civic Hall of Fame, and we need your help.
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What the latest Chesapeake Bay subpar grade means | COMMENTARY
Just as a parent should intervene when their child is failing, Marylanders must not be complacent about Chesapeake Bay's poor health.
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Maryland General Assembly watch: A to-do list for 2023 | COMMENTARY
From abortion rights to transportation priorities (and balancing a budget in uncertain times) Maryland's incoming governor and state legislature have their work cut out for them.
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Put lower property tax rates on the local government agenda in Maryland | COMMENTARY
With a sharp rise in Maryland property values this past year, it's time for county and municipal government to take a serious look at lowering their tax rates.
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Cancellation of Baltimore’s MLK parade was a mistake | COMMENTARY
A city that hosts arts festivals, fireworks and St. Patrick's Day marches should be able to stage a parade in honor of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
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Eight years of more than 300 homicides in Baltimore; can new leaders prevent a ninth? | COMMENTARY
In 2021, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott promised an annual 15% reduction in gun violence for the next five years. He is nowhere near reaching that goal, and there is a sense of great frustration in the air.
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Andy Harris is working against the Maryland GOP brand | COMMENTARY
If Maryland's sole Republican member of Congress wanted to make his party seem chaotic and untethered to reason, he could scarcely have chosen a better strategy than his actions this week.
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Conowingo: Voided license is water over the dam; let’s float a better deal to cut pollution. | COMMENTARY
The federal court decision tossing out the license for Conowingo Dam offers Constellation and regulators an opportunity to devise a better blueprint for reducing pollution.
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A free bus may offer Wes Moore the fastest route to a more prosperous, more equitable Baltimore | COMMENTARY
Maryland's governor-elect promised to revive the Red Line and "leave no one behind." A new, and free, high-speed, east-west bus line is the fastest way to achieve both.
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In 2023, resolve to prevent home fires | COMMENTARY
Extend the holiday season by taking these simple safety steps to prevent potentially deadly fires in 2023.
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2022 Marylanders of the Year: Survivors of sexual abuse and their advocates seeking accountability from Catholic Church | COMMENTARY
They are the only heroes in this heartbreaking mess.
2022 Marylanders of the Year
The Baltimore Sun has chosen the survivors of sexual abuse and their supporters seeking to hold the Catholic Church accountable as the 2022 Marylanders of the Year.
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2022 Marylander of the Year Honorable Mentions | COMMENTARY
These individuals and organizations contributed significantly to making Maryland a better place this year and deserve recognition for their outstanding efforts.
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It’s time for Maryland to end open judicial elections | COMMENTARY
Maryland's system of filling circuit court vacancies is overdue for reform. For all the potential flaws in the appointment process, it's still better than forcing judges to campaign (and accept donations) for office.
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The ABCs of 2022 in Maryland and beyond: The news year remembered | COMMENTARY
Lift a glass to the good, the bad and the ugly of what happened in Maryland (and beyond) over the last 12 months, from A to Z.
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It’s time to rethink the role (and regulation) of Maryland’s marine pilots | COMMENTARY
The circumstances of last spring's grounding of the container ship Ever Forward have raised important questions about the role of marine pilots in guiding large vessels to and from the Port of Baltimore.
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Marylander of the Year: 2022 finalists chosen for bravery, breaking barriers and bringing it | COMMENTARY
Progress might be the common thread among our 2022 Marylander of the Year finalists, who were chosen from nominations submitted by members of the public and Sun staff.