By Catherine PughSpecial to the AFRO On Dec. 16, during a one-day special session, Gov. Wes Moore gathered lawmakers to select a new House Speaker. As rumors swirled about redistricting, legislators concentrated on choosing the Speaker. Then, they overturned 19 out of 29 gubernatorial vetoes handed down earlier this year. Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D-MD-District 21) […]
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Maryland to consider slavery reparations after Gov. Wes Moore’s veto is overridden
Maryland lawmakers overrode Gov. Wes Moore’s veto to create a commission that will study potential reparations for slavery, despite his argument that the state should focus on direct action rather than further study. Supporters say a formal commission is necessary to ensure reparations efforts are credible, constitutional and effective.
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Maryland’s Small Business Outreach Summit focuses on preparing entrepreneurs for the future
Maryland brought together state leaders and more than 800 entrepreneurs for the 10th annual Governor’s Small Business Outreach Summit, focusing on future-ready strategies for growth. The event expanded its programming this year, adding new tracks for technology, emerging entrepreneurs, youth ventures and veteran-owned businesses.
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Maryland Democrats call out ‘No Moore’ PAC for racist AI content
The Maryland Democratic Party is criticizing the No Moore PAC for using racist artificial intelligence content targeting Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D). The issue raises concerns about race-based attacks on Black elected officials.
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Wes Moore, Brandon Scott reject 47th president’s National Guard plan for Baltimore
Gov. Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott denounced the Oval Office’s plan to send the National Guard to Baltimore, calling it unnecessary and “performative.” At a Sept. 5 press conference in Park Heights, they pointed instead to record crime reductions, with homicides at a 50-year low. City leaders and community advocates stressed that resources should go toward collaboration, jobs and housing — not militarization.
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Gov. Wes Moore signs executive order to expand affordable housing
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed an executive order on Sept. 3 to expand affordable housing in Maryland. The move comes amid reports showing many residents, especially Black and Latino households, struggling to afford rent and lacking financial safety nets.
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Maryland Dems condemn racist ‘ghetto governor’ remark from Freedom Caucus leader
The Maryland Democratic Party condemned a derogatory comment made by a leader of the Maryland Freedom Caucus on Aug. 21.
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Pimlico demolition underway, redevelopment to boost Park Heights
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Staff Writertmcqueen@afro.com Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) and first lady Dawn Moore attended a demolition ceremony for the old Pimlico Race Course that hosts the iconic Preakness Stakes annually in West Baltimore on Aug. 21. Demolition is expected to conclude by the end of the year, with construction for the new race […]
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Maryland governor announces hiring freeze to mitigate budget cuts
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced a statewide hiring freeze starting July 1 to address a $121 million budget cut imposed by the General Assembly, drawing criticism from citizens and Republican lawmakers. The move, seen as conflicting with Moore’s recent efforts to support unemployed federal workers, includes additional cost-saving measures like voluntary separations and eliminating vacant positions.
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Gov. Moore announces first Road to Careers funding recipients to promote high-skill workforce development
Gov. Wes Moore has announced the first $4 million in Road to Careers grants, aimed at training nearly 1,200 Marylanders for high-demand construction and transportation jobs. The initiative targets historically underserved communities, offering wraparound services to support career development and help close the racial wealth gap.
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Baltimore City Public Schools celebrates opening of new Furley Elementary School and Recreation Center
By Baltimore City Public Schools and Maryland Office of the Governor BALTIMORE – On June 4, Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) officially opened the doors to the new Furley Elementary School and Recreation Center, marking a major milestone in the district’s continued investment in sustainable, student-centered learning environments. In partnership with the Baltimore City […]
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Gov. Wes Moore tells Dems in South Carolina to become the party of ‘Yes’ and ‘Now’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore urged South Carolina Democrats to be a party of “yes” and “now,” advocating for action and urgency. He condemned the 47th president’s actions, while encouraging his fellow Dems to learn from the president to deliver alternatives quickly.