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Friday May 03, 2013
American Graduate
Graduation Rates

Learn about how to combat the problem of low graduation rates.

 Jane Sundius
Jane Sundius
Director Education and Youth Development Program, Open Society Institute–Baltimore
More About Jane Sundius


 
Baltimore Prison Gang Indictments
Public Safety & Corrections Services Secretary

Ten days after the prison gang indictments, Maryland prisons chief Gary Maynard tells State Circle that just three staff members have had "integrity interviews" so far. Jeff Salkin asked if the Baltimore Detention Center was fully under state control.

 Gary Maynard
Gary Maynard
Secretary, Public Safety & Correctional Services
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Friday April 26, 2013
Chesapeake Bay Week
Maryland Energy Administration

We discuss offshore wind resources, innovative projects, and legislation that has passed this year. Join us for our conversation with the Maryland Energy Administration.

Abigail Ross Hopper
Acting Director for the Maryland Energy Administration
More About Maryland Energy Administration


 
A History Lesson
Harriet Tubman

Professor Clara Small is an expert in African American history. She discusses the life and times of Harriet Tubman, as well as the creation of a Maryland park in Tubman's honor.

Clara Small
History Professor, Salisbury University
More About Clara Small


 
Friday April 19, 2013
Terror In Boston

Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger is serving his sixth term in the U.S. House of Representatives for Maryland’s 2nd District. He was the first Democratic freshman ever appointed to the House Select Committee on Intelligence. The committee oversees the collection and analysis of intelligence from around the world to ensure our national security and prevent potential crisis situations — especially terrorist activity.

 Rep. C. A. Dutch  Ruppersberger
Rep. C. A. Dutch Ruppersberger
(D) Maryland
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Terror In Boston

Former Baltimore City Police Commissioner Frederick Bealefeld offers his view on the bomb blasts in Boston and how police and authorities work to try and prevent attacks at large gatherings.

 Frederick  Bealefeld
Frederick Bealefeld
Professor, Criminal Justice, Stevenson University, Former Baltimore City Police Commissioner
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Friday March 29, 2013
Newsmaker
Medical Marijuana

The Maryland House of Delegates passed a bill to legalize medical marijuana. Maryland's Secretary of Health & Mental Hygiene discusses this.

 Dr. Joshua Sharfstein
Dr. Joshua Sharfstein
Maryland Secretary of Health & Mental Hygiene
More About Dr. Joshua Sharfstein


 
Friday March 22, 2013
Newsmaker
Goucher Poll

Learn what Marylanders really think about the economy, the government, the death penalty, gun control, and more.

 Mileah Kromer, Ph.D.
Mileah Kromer, Ph.D.
Director, Sarah T. Hughes Field Politics Center at Goucher College
More About the Sarah T. Hughes Field Politics Center at Goucher College


 
Friday March 15, 2013
Annapolis Face-Off
Minimum Wage Hike?

Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 each year until 2015, when it would reach $10. Hear from the bill's supporters and opponents.

 Sen. Robert Garagiola
Sen. Robert Garagiola
(D) Montgomery County
More About Sen. Robert Garagiola


 Sen. Barry Glassman
Sen. Barry Glassman
(R) Harford County
More About Sen. Barry Glassman


 
Friday March 08, 2013
Annapolis Face-Off
Referendum Integrity Act

Delegates Cardin and Serafini debate Referendum Integrity Act issue from the Statehouse.

 Del. Andrew Serafini
Del. Andrew Serafini
(R) Washington County
More About Del. Serafini


 Del. Jon Cardin
Del. Jon Cardin
(D) Baltimore County
More About Del. Jon Cardin


 
Friday March 01, 2013
Political Roundtable
Wind Power

Governor O'Malley put out his plan for establishing a wind farm off the coast of Ocean City. But there are some skeptics. Find out both sides of the story.

 Sen. E.J. Pipkin
Sen. E.J. Pipkin
(R) Senate Minority Leader
More About Sen. E.J. Pipkin


 Del. John Olszewski
Del. John Olszewski
(D) Baltimore County
About Delegate John Olszewski


 
Friday February 22, 2013
Budget
State Treasury

State treasurer Nancy Kopp joins us to discuss the Maryland's fiscal year.

 Nancy  Kopp
Nancy Kopp
(D) State Treasurer
More About Nancy Kopp


 
Friday February 15, 2013
Newsmaker
Record Year for Airport Passengers

2012 marks the third consecutive year that BWI Thurgood Marshall set a traffic record. There was a 1.3% increase in commercial traffic, due partially to more international passengers. The airport’s Executive Director joins us to discuss this.

Paul Wiedefeld
Executive Director of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
More About BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport


 
Friday February 08, 2013
Maryland Legislature
2013 Session

Learn about the pros and cons of fracking from lawmakers on both sides of the debate.

 Del. Heather Mizeur
Del. Heather Mizeur
Democrat, Montgomery County
More About Del. Heather Mizeur


 Sen. George Edwards
Sen. George Edwards
Republican, Allegany & Garrett Counties, & parts of Washington County
About Sen. George Edwards


 
Friday February 01, 2013
2013 Maryland Legislature
Gas Tax

Watch lawmakers from both parties discuss a proposed gas tax hike.

 Sen. James Rosapepe
Sen. James Rosapepe
(D) Prince George's County & Anne Arundel County
About Sen. James Rosapepe


 Del. Kathryn  Afzali
Del. Kathryn Afzali
(R) District 4A, Frederick County
About Del. Kathryn Afzali


 
Friday January 25, 2013
Gonzales Poll
January 2013 Public Opinions

Gonzales Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. released its latest poll. Learn about Maryland's views on President Obama, Governor O’Malley, the death penalty, gun control, and transportation.

 Patrick Gonzales
Patrick Gonzales
President, Gonzales Research and Marketing Strategies
More Info: Gonzales Research and Marketing Strategies


 
Friday January 18, 2013
Legislative Session
Senators on Issues

Republican Senator Nancy Jacobs and Democratic Senator Lisa Gladden join us from the state house to discuss the death penalty, gun control, and more.

 Sen. Nancy Jacobs
Sen. Nancy Jacobs
(R) Cecil & Harford Counties
More About Sen. Nancy Jacobs


 Sen. Lisa Gladden
Sen. Lisa Gladden
(D) Baltimore City
More About Sen. Lisa Gladden


 
Friday January 04, 2013
Maryland Legislative Session 2013

What are the top issues facing Maryland lawmakers in Annapolis as the 2013 Legislative session is set to begin?

 Sen. Thomas V. Mike  Miller
Sen. Thomas V. Mike Miller
President of Senate, (D), District 27, Calvert & Prince George's Counties
Sen. Thomas V. Mike Miller


 Del. Michael  Busch
Del. Michael Busch
Speaker of House of Delegates, (D), District 30, Anne Arundel County
Maryland General Assembly
Del. Michael Busch

 Del. Ron  George
Del. Ron George
(R) Anne Arundel County, District 30
Del. Ron George


 Sen. Edward  Reilly
Sen. Edward Reilly
(R) Anne Arundel County
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