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Some examples of past stories are listed here (as of July 24, 2010 - just article titles, dates and a very short description are here, but much more is at this link):
Prince George's nonprofits tout higher profile
July 23, 2010 5:51 PM
Candidates for county executive are paying more attention to the needs of Prince George's nonprofits, which means advocacy efforts are paying off, say leaders of those groups.
What's at stake in the Prince George's County elections - Greater Greater Washington
July 20, 2010 3:50 PM
The September 14th Democratic primary could dramatically change Prince George's County's current trajectory of lagging behind the region on job growth, Metro station area development, and quality public schools.
In Prince George's exec race, liabilities abound
July 16, 2010 6:46 AM
There are five hopefuls vying for Prince George's County executive, but political observers say the concerns about each raise questions about the level of quality of those running for office.
Lone Republican candidate running in Dist. 26
July 15, 2010 6:25 PM
Branding herself with the scarlet letter "R," Holly Ellison Henderson, the lone Republican candidate in the race for District 26 House of Delegates, said she is bent on improving the community and reaching across party lines.
Maryland Politics - Paper: Nonprofit led by Baker under state investigation
July 15, 2010 3:00 AM
A nonprofit once headed by Prince George's County executive candidate Rushern L. Baker III is under state investigation for failing to disclose its finances for several consecutive years, the Washington Examiner reported Wednesday.
Prince Georgian: Conversation with Joseph L. Wright - Candidate for Prince George's County, MD State's Attorney
July 13, 2010 2:58 PM
I had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Wright and have a wide ranging conversation. I am open to similar invitations from any candidate running for any office in Prince George's County.
An overlooked success story at Piscataway Park
July 12, 2010 4:47 PM
The daily coverage by The Post and other media of the environmental disaster in the Gulf of Mexico has elbowed out local coverage of an environmental victory here at home.
Candidate Forums Co-Sponsored by Prince George's County Civic Federation, Inc.
July 12, 2010 4:10 PM
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Md. state senator has history of financial reporting lapses
July 9, 2010 1:40 AM
Maryland State Sen. David C.
Dist. 9 candidates share plans for southern Prince George's
July 1, 2010 7:46 PM
Candidates vying for the District 9 seat of the Prince George's County Council gathered Wednesday to address Marlton residents' concerns about the lack of attention paid to south county by officials in the past.
Prince George's County candidates speak at faith-based forum
July 1, 2010 7:36 PM
Four of the six declared candidates running for Prince George's County executive spoke to local clergy members and at least 500 residents at a forum Sunday about their plans to bolster the county's economy, improve public safety, address the high rate of foreclosures and improve …
Four county executive candidates talk issues, qualifications at PRISCM forum Jackson, Knotts absent
July 1, 2010 7:33 PM
Two candidates for Prince George's County Executive were noticeably absent Sunday from the candidate forum organized by the Partnership for Renewal in Southern and Central Maryland.
Jackson rivals see hand of Johnson at work in Prince George's campaign
June 29, 2010 9:53 AM
For some, the headline on a recent blog item said it all: "Prince George's County Government Endorses Michael Jackson."
Maryland Politics - Just what the Pr. Geo's election needed: A funky groove
June 29, 2010 9:42 AM
His chances of besting five opponents in this year's county executive race remain to be seen, but there is one area in which Prince George's County Council Member Samuel H. Dean (D) may have just opened up a huge lead: Best original campaign theme song.
Prince George's school board fails in bid to repeal election law
June 26, 2010 2:29 AM
A Prince George's County Circuit Court judge ruled against the school board's request to repeal a law that forces members to resign from the board when they file to run for an elected office other than the school board.
Why focus on only 2 of 6 Prince George's candidates?
June 26, 2010 2:20 AM
Paul Schwartzman provided an insightful characterization of the economy, crime, education and development in Prince George's County ["Identity crisis in Prince George's," front page, June 22].
Young county congressional candidate takes on oil king
June 23, 2010 10:50 PM
"I'm glad to see that President Obama was able to take this step forward, but I believe the amount is too small. I would like to see it doubled.
Prince George's Gall takes on 'House of Hoyer'
June 23, 2010 10:44 PM
Running for public office in Prince George's County, the geographical backbone of Washington, D.C., requires some steel in your spine.
Oxon Hill resident makes run for Dist. 8 Council seat
June 17, 2010 10:51 AM
Seeking to give a voice in Prince George's County government to concerned residents inside the Capital Beltway and young people, Oxon Hill resident Antwan Brown, 31, said he is looking to create a more inclusive county government as he runs for the District 8 County Council seat.
Maryland Politics - First Click, Maryland -- Endorsement season
June 14, 2010 2:02 PM
Between now and November, a slew of interest groups with varying degrees of influence in Annapolis will generate lists of endorsed candidates for statewide and legislative races
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District 47 Senate candidates debate
June 10, 2010 1:58 PM
The two candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for the District 47 Senate seat squared off June 3 during a forum in Cheverly, debating voting records and stances on issues such as development and taxes.
Candidates push jobs message even though it's mostly beyond power of local offices
June 9, 2010 4:47 PM
Surrounded by local labor chiefs at a campaign rally last week in Landover, Rushern L. Baker III, a candidate for Prince George's County executive, made a bold promise:
Jackson still stands by Calvo raid
June 3, 2010 12:05 AM
In case you missed it last week, Prince George's County Sheriff Michael A. Jackson, who is running for county executive, answered criticism for Berwyn Heights Mayor Cheye Calvo's dogs being shot during an infamous, botched raid by sheriff's deputies in 2008 ... sort of.
The Pledge For Prince George's County: Baker Ethics Proposal
May 21, 2010 3:00 PM
Prohibit County Credit Cards for Elected Officials
District 9 candidate says volunteers responsible for plagiarism
May 18, 2010 10:17 PM
A candidate for the Prince George's County Council District 9 seat apologized Friday for her campaign's plagiarism of another candidate's materials, blaming volunteers and claiming she had no knowledge of what they were doing.
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