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Monday, August 22, 2005

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Changes at the University of Maryland

Chancellor Brit Kirwan and David Nevins, Chairman of the Board of Regents, talk about the upcoming school year and changes in the University system including tuition changes.

William "Brit" Kirwan

Chancellor, University System of Maryland



David Nevins

Chairman, University System of Maryland, Board of Regents






Judiciary Independence

Recent actions by legislatures and politicians to affect or change judges' decisions have raised concerns among members of the bench. Maryland's top judge has begun an active effort to educate members of the public about the independence of the judiciary. Mindy Mintz recently spoke with Chief Judge Robert Bell about his concerns.

Robert M. Bell

Chief Judge, Court of Appeals, 6th Appellate Circuit





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