Some New State Laws and Investments Offer a Step Forward for Baltimore
Today marks the third anniversary of Freddie Gray’s death in police custody. Immediately following his death and the resulting anger read more
Political Power Struggles Hurt Baltimore Communities
Freddie Gray died two years ago yesterday while in police custody. As anger, unrest, and litigation made Baltimore a fixture read more
A $15 Minimum Wage Would be Good for Maryland Workers and Boost the Economy
Many hardworking Maryland families struggle to pay bills and put food on the table because they are not paid enough read more
Minimum Wage Proposals Could Help Thousands of Families in Baltimore, Montgomery County
Many hardworking Maryland families struggle to pay bills and put food on the table because they are not paid enough read more
Baltimore One Year After the Death of Freddie Gray
Today marks one year since Freddie Gray’s death and, like many Baltimoreans, it is prompting me to reflect on the read more
First Look: Governor’s Budget Doesn’t Meet All State Needs
While Gov. Larry Hogan’s proposed budget provides some of the much-needed public investments that will help Maryland families still struggling read more
The 2016 Legislative Session Begins
Decisions made during the 2016 legislative session, which begins today, will affect the prosperity of average Marylanders for years to read more
Legislation in 2016 Session Could Provide Opportunity for Baltimore Families
Maryland state leaders seem ready to begin addressing the systemic problems in Baltimore communities that played a key role in read more
Hospital Jobs Program Provides Economic Opportunity for Baltimore Residents
An agreement by Maryland hospitals to create 375 jobs for Baltimore residents is a good example of how government and read more
Baltimore Families Can’t Make Ends Meet on Minimum Wage
Hard-working families in Baltimore and across Maryland struggle to pay their bills because they aren’t paid enough to cover their read more
