We all hope that you found your toothbrush this morning before you began this historic day as our new neighbor and ally in the fight to recognize and celebrate Maryland's diversity while continuing the work started before in our efforts to save our Chesapeake Bay.
Having met you after your return from the Holy Land some years ago, I was impressed by your eloquent discussion of the history of Ft. McHenry and the participation of immigrants, slaves and free blacks during...
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