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State Circle Guests - 2005
December 2005
December 30
Eminent Domain: A recent Supreme Court decision backing the rights of local governments to acquire property from private owners for reasons of economic development has stirred up local controversy. Opponents of Eminent Domain say the government should not have the right to seize private properties.
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December 23
The Fight Against HIV and AIDS in MD: A look at the progress that has been made in the fight against HIV and AIDS in Maryland, as well as the work that still needs to be done.
Political Roundtable: Lou, Mindy, and Charles join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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December 16
"Fair Share Health Care Act:" As the start of the next session of the General Assembly gets closer, votes are being counted for one of the first battles of the 2006 session. Tonight we look at what proponents call the "Fair Share Health Care Act" and opponents call the "Wal-Mart Bill".
Political Roundtable: The Sun's Andy Green joins Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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December 9
Death Penalty Debate in MD: The death penalty debate has again reached the headlines as opponents and proponents argue their case for and against state sponsored executions.
Maryland Politics: A look at the weeks news in Maryland politics.
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December 2
Discussion With Governor Ehrlich: MPT's Lou Davis sits down with the Governor for a one on one chat about the President's visit, the upcoming execution, and plans for upcoming session.
Political Roundtable: Richard Vatz of Towson University and Herb Smith of McDaniel College join Jeff for a look at the week in state politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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November 2005
November 18
Smoking Ban for Maryland Restaurants: A recent effort to ban smoking in Howard County and Prince George's County may be the start of a push to ban smoking in all Maryland restaurants.
Political Roundtable: Shawnta Walcott of the Democracy Group joins jeff Salkin for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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November 11
Maryland & Gay Marriage: Maryland is in the national spotlight again in the hotly debated topic of Gay Marriage. A decision in an ACLU backed case could have an effect on the national debate. At issue is the state's definition of what constitutes a legal marriage.
Political Roundtable: Political Consultant Kevin Igoe and Associate Professor Tom Schaller, Ph.D. talk about the recent polls and what they mean for the upcoming election.
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November 4
Visit with Governor Ehrlich: Lou Davis visits with Governor Ehrlich for an update on the latest in Maryland politics.
Maryland Politics: Del. McMillan and Sen. Gladden review the weeks news in Maryland politics.
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October 2005
October 28
Maryland Politics: Montgomery County Executive Doug Duncan joins us to discuss issues facing Maryland as he prepares his run for Governor.
Western Maryland Bear Hunt: Now that the Western Maryland Bear hunt has begun, animal rights advocates and other groups are protesting the State's attempts to "thin the herd."
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October 21
Upcoming Session: Senate President Mike Miller joins Jeff from Annapolis to talk about the upcoming session, slots and the jobs investigation.
Political Roundtable: Andy Green of The Baltimore Sun and Tom Dennison, Gazette Newspapers, join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
Maryland Politics: A look at the weeks news in Maryland politics.
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October 14
Eminent Domain: A recent Supreme Court decision backing the rights of local governments to acquire property from private owners for reasons of economic development has stirred up local controversy. Opponents of Eminent Domain say the government should not have the right to seize private properties.
Political Roundtable: A look at the week's news in Maryland Politics.
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October 7
Governor Robert Ehrlich, Jr.: Lou Davis for a discussion on the future of horse racing in Maryland, gas prices and next year's Gubernatorial Election.
Maryland Racing Industry: A proposal to cut back racing dates at Maryland tracks in order to save the track owners money could have disaterous effects on the Maryland Racing Industry. Tom McDonough of the Maryland Racing Commission discusses the board's decision.
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September 2005
September 30
Stem Cell Research Debate: The fight over stem cells made headlines recently when Bill Frist switched over in support of funding research. Here in Maryland, a debate was waged as well last year in the legislature.
Political Roundtable: Professors Herb Smith and Rick Vatz join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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September 23
Maryland Politics: Speaker Busch joins State Circle from Annapolis for an update in Maryland politics.
Political Talk: Del. Frank and Sen. Jones join State Circle to discuss the latest political topics.
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September 16
High Gas Prices in Maryland: With an investigation into price gouging in Maryland, the focus of Maryland drivers has been on the sky high gas prices, why they are so high and is there relief in sight.
Maryland Politics: A look at the week's news in Maryland Politics.
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September 9
Maryland Responds: This special brings a Maryland focus to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. Maryland Responds will provide an in-depth look at State efforts to bring relief to Gulf victims as host Jeff Salkin discusses Maryland's own emergency response plansand what local citizens can do to helpwith State officials including Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, First Lady Kendel S. Ehrlich, Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, and Nancy S. Grasmick, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools.
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September 2
Discussion with the Governor: State Circle's Lou Davis sits down with Governor Ehrlich to discuss the state politics, partisanship and the upcoming session.
Political Roundtable: Bill Vanko, David Abrams & Matt Mosk join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Roundtable.
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August 2005
August 26
Proposed Changes to Maryland Voting: A controversial set of measures was proposed in the legislature to change the way Marylanders vote. Among the proposals: Opening the polls for many days, increasing penalties for "obstructors" and new rules for absentee ballots. The opposition sees it as an attempt to change the rules in order to get the State House back in Democratic hands in an important election year.
Political Roundtable: Senator Lisa Gladden of Baltimore City and Her McMillan of Anne Arundel County join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on State Circle's Political Roundtable.
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August 19
Political Roundtable: Professor Rick Vatz of Towson and Professor Herb Smith of McDaniel College take on the week in politics on this weeks edition of the State Circle Political Roundtable.
Maryland Association of Counties Update: Lou Davis heads to Ocean City for an update from the Maryland Association of Counties' annual summer conference.
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August 12
Debate to Add Bay's Native Oyster to Endangered List: As the debate of the introduction of the Asian-Oyster into the Chesapeake Bay continues, a Maryland environmental consultant has begun the process of getting the Bay's native oyster on the federal endangered species list. State Circle examines the impact a move such as this would have on the Bay's health, the oyster population, and the people who make their living from the oysters.
Maryland Politics: Del. Dan Morhaim, MD of Baltimore County and Del. Susan McComas of Harford County join Jeff for a look at the week in politics of Maryland.
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August 05
Battle Over the Swans: There has been a battle in Maryland over the exotic Mute Swans. The Mute Swans are not native to this area and according to the DNR and other organizations including The Audubon Society and Chesapeake Bay Foundation the birds are harmful to the eco-system. The DNR plan is to control the population. Opponents say there are other options available instead of killing the birds and believe the data is flawed.
Political Roundtable: Tom Dennison of the Gazette Newspapers and Anthony McCarthy of WYPR Radio join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the Political Roundtable.
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July 2005
July 29
Planned Closing of the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School: Recently Governor Robert Ehrlich announced his plan to close the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School. Tonight we look at the plan to close the youth facility and what will happen to youth currently detained, future offenders and the impact on public safety in the state.
Political Roundtable: Political consultants Kevin Igoe and Shawnta Walcott join Jeff for this week's Political Roundtable.
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July 22
Speed Cameras in Local Jurisdictions: The Governor vetoed a bill that would have allowed local jurisdictions like Montgomery County to use (un-manned)speed cameras as a safety measure. Proponents say it will cut down on speeding and save lives while opponents say it is all about money, not safety and an abuse of privacy and government power.
Political Roundtable: Matthew Mosk of The Washington Post and Andy Green of The Baltimore Sun join Jeff for this week's Political Roundtable.
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July 15
Intercounty Connector Project: The Governor revealed the state's proposed route for the long debated Intercounty Connector (ICC) project earlier this week. The plan was welcomed by civic and business groups but drew concerns from conservation groups and Smart Growth advocates.
Political Roundtable: Delegates Tony O'Donnell and Kumar Barve join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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July 8
A Talk with Ken Mehlman: One of the most powerful Republicans in the nation is Pikesville native Ken Mehlman. Mehlman was recently elected head of the Republican National Committee.
Political Roundtable: Bill Vanko of WBAL Radio and Anthony McCarthy of WYPR Radio talk about the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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July 1
Political Roundtable: Dr. Richard Vatz of Towson University and Dr. Herb Smith of McDaniel College join Jeff for a look at the week in politics on State Circle's Political Roundtable.
Partisanship in Annapolis: Partisan tensions are high these days in Annapolis after another session without a slots bill passing, funding issues still lingering and the Special Committee on State Employee Rights and Protections set to investigate Governor Ehrlich's personnel practices. Tonight we'll discuss partisanship in Annapolis with Del. Patrick McDonough and Del. Adrienne Jones.
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June 2005
June 24
Convention Center Hotel: A plan for a city financed hotel that would tie into the convention center and convention guests has stirred up controversy over using city funds for a hotel. Jeff speaks with our guests regarding this controversy.
Political Roundtable: Senator Lisa Gladden and Delegate William Frank join Jeff for the week in politics on the State Circle Political Roundtable.
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June 17
Early Voting: After failing in this year's General Assembly to move up the primary election date, Democrats are expected to try again next session. State Circle takes a look at the reasons for the effort.
Political Roundtable: Tom Schaller and Kevin Igoe join Jeff for the Political Roundtable to discuss the week in politics.
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June 10
Medical Marijuana: The Supreme Court ruled earlier this week in a 6-3 decision that the federal government may prosecute people who are prescribed Marijuana for medicinal purposes. This decision overrules or negates the authority of some states who would not prosecute users of Medical Marijuana. Mike Gimbel and Keith Stroup join Jeff to continue the discussion.
Political Roundtable: Mark Miller and David Nitkin join Jeff to discuss the week in politics on the Political Roundtable.
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June 3
Charter School Debate: The Charter School issue was a hot one in this year's legislative session. With Charter Schools set to open all over the state very soon the debate over how best to administer them rages on. Pat Foerster of the Maryland State Teachers Association and Richard Steinke of the Maryland State Department of Education continue the discussion with Jeff.
Maryland Politics: Del. Addie Eckardt and Del. Bobby Zirkin join Jeff for a look at the week in Maryland Politics.
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May 2005
May 27
Asian Oyster Debate: Part of MPT's Chesapeake Bay Week special programming, State Circle explores the politics surrounding the state of the Chesapeake Bay and the introduction of a non-native oyster. Oysters are essential to clean the bay and to sustain bay oysterman. There has been hot debate in Annapolis over introducing a non-native oyster (Asian Oyster) into the bay as a method to clean up the bay. Proponents, including the governor, want to proceed with the plan as a way to start the process as soon as possible, while some state officials want to study the process fearing more harm to the bay.
Political Roundtable: Matt Mosk of The Washington Post, Catherine Dolinski of The Gazette of Politics and Business, and Wiley Hall of The Associated Press join Jeff for a look at the week in Maryland Politics.
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May 20
Maryland Racing: With the Preakness right around the corner and slots out of the picture for another year, all eyes turn to the racing industry in Maryland. What is the state of the industry and can it survive without slots?
Political Roundtable: Del. Anthony O'Donnel of Calvert and St. Mary's Counties and Del. Adrienne Jones of Baltimore County discuss the week in politics on the Political Roundtable.
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May 13
Medical Decision-Making: During its last session, the Maryland General Assembly passed a Medical Decision-Making Bill. Governor Ehrlich has until May 31st to either sign or veto the bill.
Political Roundtable: Herb Smith of McDaniel College and Richard Vatz of Towson University discuss the week in politics on this week's State Circle Political Roundtable.
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May 6
Immigrant Driver's Licenses: Although there was no real movement on the attempt to keep illegal immigrants from getting driver's licences in the Maryland Legislature, legislation nationally is almost sure to pass which may give all immigrants the right to driver's licenses. Opponents to this say there's a national security concern while those for the measure say these illegal immigrants are a vital part of our economy and should be given access to drive.
Tourism in Western Maryland: State Circle visits Allegany County and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad to see how it's helping to boost tourism in the Western Maryland county.
Political Roundtable: Del. Herb McMillan of Anne Arundel County and Senator Lisa Gladden of Baltimore discuss the week in politics on this week's Political Roundtable.
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April 2005
April 29
Wal-Mart Bill: The controversial "Wal-Mart" bill caused a stir around Annapolis this session. The bill, singles out large businesses (only Wal-Mart currently qualifies) to chip in additional healthcare money. Proponents say the company should pay it's fair share while opponents including the Governor, say the bill is anti-business and bad for the state.
Maryland Politics: Host Jeff Salkin and guests deliver balanced reporting and discuss the political happenings throughout Maryland.
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April 22
Minimum Wage: The recent Minimum Wage bill passed in the 2005 session would raise Maryland's minimum wage above the national figure. What will be the effect on low wage employees, businesses and job creation? Lawmakers in Annapolis failed to override Governor Ehrlich's veto of a living-wage bill that would have required state contractors to pay workers $10.50 an hour.
Political Roundtable: Political Consultant Kevin Igoe and UMBC professor, Tom Schaller, Ph.D. square off in this week's Political Roundtable.
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