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11/05/09
Jerking a thumb over his shoulder to point at the assembled Democrats on stage Tuesday night, a local political operative offered a quick and blunt assessment: "That's (expletive) scary." Find Us On Facebook
He was in a bad mood because his candidate had lost, but he was right. It is a little scary, even if you're a Democrat. Eight people stood on the stage in a downtown hotel ballroom: Mayor-elect Josh Cohen and seven of the eight members of the incoming City Council - all Democrats. Ward 2 Alderman Fred Paone, who will be the only Republican in city office, walked around looking a little shell-shocked. One-party...
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It's Called Governing - 2009-11-08 20:24:21
Mandate? Does it say anywhere that elections require majorities? The Constitution of the USA and MD describe how we elect our government officials. Josh and the Aldermen won, and should govern as best as they are able.
Do you know what they call the medical student who graduates last in his class? Answer: Doctor.
We don't -- or shouldn't -- qualify wins.
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