Resign in the next week, and his fellow County Council members could theoretically appoint a slots supporter to get the elusive fourth vote to pass zoning for the casino. Wait until December, and Cohen's resignation will not affect the faltering proposal to approve a casino at the Arundel Mills mall.
Most observers doubt the former scenario will arise, and Cohen himself said before Tuesday's general election that he intended to stay on at...
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Learn the Facts - 2009-11-08 08:41:20
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"One Councilman" - 2009-11-08 08:37:21
Who is the unnamed "one councilman," and why would he/she not let his name be used next to the quote?
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